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Overview
A well-established law firm in Chicago seeks a Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys and legal professionals in a fast-paced litigation practice. This role requires strong administrative skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Primary Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive administrative support to litigation attorneys and paralegals; assist other practice groups as needed

Serve as a professional point of contact for clients, court personnel, and internal staff via phone, email, and in person

Coordinate meetings, conferences, and scheduling arrangements

Prepare, format, edit, and proofread correspondence, memoranda, and legal documents

Draft routine litigation-related documents and filings under attorney direction

Electronically file documents with courts and maintain awareness of filing requirements and deadlines

Monitor and track key dates and deadlines to ensure timely completion of tasks

Manage case files, including opening, maintaining, organizing, and closing physical and electronic records

Process invoices, expense reimbursements, and other administrative requests

Handle incoming and outgoing mail, emails, and document distribution

Transcribe dictated material when required

Maintain strict confidentiality of all client and firm information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively

Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy

Knowledge of litigation procedures, court systems, and legal terminology

Ability to review and identify pleadings and other litigation-related documents

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, and Excel

Experience with document management, billing, and transcription software preferred

Clear, concise, and professional written and verbal communication skills

Ability to exercise sound judgment, apply common sense, and follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a deadline-driven environment

Flexibility to work additional hours as needed to meet business demands

Education and Experience

Five or more years of litigation legal assistant experience in a law firm or comparable legal environment

Education beyond high school or coursework related to the legal field preferred

Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and work with complex legal documents, including pleadings and court filings

***Only qualified candidates will be contacted.