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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

Maintain attorney calendars, scheduling court appearances, depositions, client meetings, and other key events while avoiding conflicts

Track deadlines and ensure attorneys are aware of upcoming obligations

Draft, format, and manage correspondence, notices, motions, and hearing materials

Serve as liaison between attorneys, staff, clients, and courts

Create and maintain client files, case records, and related logs

Manage document preparation, formatting, and editing in Microsoft Word and other software

Coordinate case preparation and track billable hours using billing software

Handle e-filing and ensure compliance with court procedures and timelines

Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years' experience as a litigation legal assistant in a law firm, ideally in medical malpractice defense or other defense litigation

Strong knowledge of legal concepts, procedures, and court systems at the local, state, and federal levels

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), billing software, and online document management systems

Expertise with Outlook calendar scheduling and managing busy litigation schedules

Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a deadline-driven environment

Strong communication skills and attention to detail

Benefits

Competitive compensation and bonus potential

Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage

401(k) plan

Annual wellness benefits

Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

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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