Title: Litigation Legal Assistant

Salary: $70,000 – $90,000

Schedule: Hybrid (4 days onsite, remote Fridays)

Our client, a Chicago-based law firm, seeks a Litigation Legal Assistant with 3+ years of experience in a law firm environment. The ideal candidate will assist attorneys and provide day-to-day support in the Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice group, supporting 4–6 attorneys.

The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers an excellent total compensation package, including medical and dental coverage (PPO/HD), vision care, life insurance, short- and long-term disability plans, a 401(k), paid vacation, holidays, sick days, wellness programs, and more.

Responsibilities include:

Handle e-filings in Illinois courts (State and Federal), with prior experience filing in Cook, McHenry, and Lake Counties
Draft, redline, edit, and proofread a wide range of litigation documents, including Tables of Contents, Tables of Authorities, subpoenas, summonses, notices, and courtesy copies
Support all phases of litigation matters, with a strong focus on pre-trial preparation
Assist with discovery and document production processes
Prepare, manage, and track subpoenas
Manage client files and workflow in the firm’s document management system
Maintain attorney calendars, organize meetings, and coordinate travel
Track billable hours, review proformas, and assist with billing processes
Conduct conflict checks, prepare engagement letters, and assist with opening and closing matters
Provide team support during peak periods to ensure smooth workflow

Requirements:

Minimum of 3+ years of litigation legal assistant experience in a law firm setting
Prior hands-on experience filing in Illinois courts, particularly Cook, McHenry, and Lake Counties
Strong experience with pre-trial support, discovery, production, and subpoenas
Ability to effectively support 4–6 attorneys in a fast-paced practice
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office and PDF editing tools
Experience with legal technology platforms such as NetDocuments, LexisNexis, SurePoint, and AI-based tools is a strong advantage
Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
Calm, professional demeanor and a client-first mindset
Strong attention to detail and ability to self-review work for accuracy
Absolute discretion and the ability to handle confidential information
Domestic relations experience is a plus, but not required

This is a Legal Assistant position and not a Paralegal role. There should be no expectation of receiving a Paralegal title.

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