We’re partnering with a well-established Chicago-based law firm known for handling sophisticated, high-exposure matters across medical malpractice, professional liability, product liability, and other complex civil matters. The firm is looking to add an experienced Legal Assistant to its team to provide day-to-day support to attorneys across legal document preparation, court filings, scheduling, and case management.
This is a great opportunity for someone a legal support professional who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents and correspondence
- Reformat pleadings and other legal documents
- Handle e-filing in Federal and State courts and Courts of Appeals
- Manage attorney scheduling, calendaring, and deadlines
- Coordinate the preparation and filing of pleadings and briefs
- Manage service of process and coordinate with local counsel
- Organize and maintain electronic case files
- Prioritize multiple cases, projects, and competing deadlines
Requirements:
- 3-8 years of experience supporting attorneys in a law firm setting
- Experience with Federal and State court e-filing
- Strong knowledge of legal terminology and principles
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Excellent organizational, writing, and communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to ensure document accuracy
- Ability to work independently with limited guidance
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365, Adobe, Zoom, and Dropbox
- Experience with PerfectLaw or similar legal applications is beneficial
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k)
- Annual profit sharing, historically averaging approximately 3% of salary
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
- Transportation benefits
- Free 24-hour gym membership
Legal Assistant in Chicago at Ikon Search
This position is listed as full time and onsite. It was posted 3 days ago.