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Litigation Legal AssistantTrueline • Chicago, Illinois, United States
Litigation Legal Assistant

Litigation Legal Assistant

Trueline • Chicago, Illinois, United States
30+ days ago
Salary
$70,000.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Trueline, representing a nationally recognized Am Law firm with a strong commercial litigation practice, is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to join its litigation team in Chicago, IL. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal support professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys supporting busy litigators, and takes pride in delivering exceptional client service while managing complex administrative responsibilities.

What You'll Do as the Legal Administrative Assistant:

  • Provide day-to-day administrative support to a team of commercial litigation attorneys
  • Draft, edit, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, and court filings
  • Prepare and electronically file documents in state and federal courts
  • Maintain and organize electronic case files using document management software
  • Review court orders and pleadings and coordinate docketing requests
  • Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, conference calls, and travel arrangements
  • Process time entries, assist with billing, expense reports, and accounts receivable activities
  • Open and close client matters, prepare engagement documents, and assist with conflict checks
  • Coordinate incoming mail, correspondence, and other administrative workflows
  • Serve as a dependable resource to attorneys and team members while meeting critical litigation deadlines

Must-Haves as the Legal Administrative Assistant:

  • 3-5 years of experience supporting attorneys in a law firm environment
  • At least 3 years of civil litigation experience involving state and federal courts
  • Experience with electronic court filing systems
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
  • Professional demeanor and commitment to outstanding client service

Nice-to-Haves as the Legal Administrative Assistant:

  • Experience with NetDocuments, NetDocs, or similar document management systems
  • Familiarity with legal docketing software
  • Experience supporting commercial litigation attorneys
  • Knowledge of legal billing and time entry processes
  • Experience preparing engagement letters and handling new matter intake

Our Client Offers:

  • Competitive salary of $70,000-$100,000 based on experience
  • Merit-based compensation growth opportunities
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits
  • Retirement savings program
  • Paid time off
  • Opportunity to work with a highly respected national litigation team
  • Collaborative, team-oriented culture
  • Opportunities to participate in pro bono and community service initiatives
  • Long-term career growth within a stable, nationally recognized law firm
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