Legal Project Assistant - Hybrid, Entry-Level

Vedder Opportunities; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Discretionary annual bonus

401(k) matching

Health, dental, vision plans

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Vedder Praise Program

Hybrid work model

Employee discount program

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Back up child & elder care

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness center discounts

Job summary

Vedder's Chicago office is seeking a Project Assistant. This entry-level role offers a foundation to learn across practice areas under paralegal supervision, supporting attorneys and deal teams with case lifecycles.

No prior experience required; must be able to learn quickly, stay organized, and communicate effectively. The role is hybrid, with at least three days in the office in Chicago.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Experience with PACER, Westlaw, Lexis, Relativity is a plus.
• Experience with DocuSign or SharePoint is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with initial case setup, data analytics and organization.
• Assist paralegals with eDiscovery tasks.
• Assist with organization, filing and management of case-related documents.
• Prepare case and trial binders of relevant information and documents.
• Track, log and input information into various platforms.
• Assist with deposition arrangements and the preparation of witness files; Load, search and pull deposition transcripts and assist with designations.
• Assist with online research including fact-checking, cite checking, expert research, etc.; Pull electronic cases and docket information.
• Assist with trial logistics and pre-trial planning; Provide support at trial, arbitration or mediations.
• Assist paralegals with post-trial briefing and tasks; Review and organize due diligence materials.
• Routinely organize and maintain files related to various transactions.
• Assist with obtaining and completing forms and filing documents.
• Prepare and distribute closing sets (electronic and/or hard copy).
• Follow up, track and organize post-closing items.
• Update and maintain client files and documents (including minute books and client records).
• Update client entity information in client management database.
• Interface with various departments to accomplish tasks Work with various internal departments and outside vendors.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

PACER

Westlaw

Lexis

Relativity

DocuSign

SharePoint

Job description

Vedder's Chicago office is seeking a Project Assistant. This entry-level role offers a foundation to learn across practice areas under paralegal supervision, supporting attorneys and deal teams with case lifecycles.

No prior experience required; must be able to learn quickly, stay organized, and communicate effectively. The role is hybrid, with at least three days in the office in Chicago.