Litigation Support Specialist

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid vacation

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant for a litigation-focused law firm in Chicago. The role supports attorneys, manages calendars and deadlines, and ensures high-quality legal documents.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of law firm experience, strong organization, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. A comprehensive benefits package accompanies competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience supporting attorneys in a law firm environment.
• Extensive experience with Federal, State, and Appellate Court e-filing procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and work efficiently under pressure.
• Knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and court rules.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, revise, proofread, and finalize legal documents and correspondence.
• Format pleadings, briefs, motions, and other legal filings.
• Coordinate and manage attorney calendars, deadlines, and scheduling.
• Prepare and coordinate e-filings in Federal, State, and Appellate Courts.
• Manage service of process and coordinate with local counsel as needed.
• Organize and maintain electronic case files and related documentation.
• Prioritize and manage multiple assignments, cases, and projects simultaneously.
• Assist with the preparation and filing of pleadings, motions, briefs, and other court documents.
• Support attorneys with administrative and case management functions.
• Ensure accuracy and quality control across all legal documents and filings.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Deadline prioritization

Independent worker

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft 365

Adobe Acrobat

Zoom

Dropbox

Legal practice management software (PerfectLaw)

Job description

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant for a litigation-focused law firm in Chicago. The role supports attorneys, manages calendars and deadlines, and ensures high-quality legal documents.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of law firm experience, strong organization, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. A comprehensive benefits package accompanies competitive compensation.