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Beacon Hill Legal is partnering with a well-respected national defense law firm in Chicago to hire a Litigation Legal Assistant. This is a full-time, hybrid role supporting attorneys in complex litigation matters.
About the Role
The Litigation Legal Assistant will provide comprehensive administrative support to three attorneys, focusing on managing litigation calendars, scheduling, preparing legal documents, and coordinating with courts and clients. This role requires a proactive, organized professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and values accuracy and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
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Maintain attorney calendars, scheduling court appearances, depositions, client meetings, and other key events while avoiding conflicts
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Track deadlines and ensure attorneys are aware of upcoming obligations
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Draft, format, and manage correspondence, notices, motions, and hearing materials
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Serve as liaison between attorneys, staff, clients, and courts
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Create and maintain client files, case records, and related logs
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Manage document preparation, formatting, and editing in Microsoft Word and other software
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Coordinate case preparation and track billable hours using billing software
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Handle e-filing and ensure compliance with court procedures and timelines
Qualifications
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Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a litigation legal assistant in a law firm, ideally in medical malpractice defense or other defense litigation
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Strong knowledge of legal concepts, procedures, and court systems at the local, state, and federal levels
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), billing software, and online document management systems
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Expertise with Outlook calendar scheduling and managing busy litigation schedules
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Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a deadline-driven environment
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Strong communication skills and attention to detail
Benefits
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Competitive compensation and bonus potential
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Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage
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401(k) plan
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Annual wellness benefits
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Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
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Referral bonus program
If you are an experienced litigation legal assistant seeking a professional, team-oriented environment with a firm that values long-term staff retention, apply today!
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