Job Description
Job DescriptionWe are looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will provide essential support to attorneys specializing in insurance defense and personal injury cases. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in litigation and be highly organized, detail-oriented, and proficient in legal procedures.
Responsibilities:
• Prepare and organize discovery documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
• Manage e-filing processes for court submissions, including saving and formatting PDF documents.
• Transcribe dictation accurately to produce precise legal correspondence and documents.
• Schedule meetings and appointments to maintain a seamless workflow for attorneys.
• Save and manage legal documents in compliance with court filing requirements.
• Assist attorneys in drafting answers and other litigation-related materials.
• Provide administrative support for case preparation and document review.
• Collaborate with attorneys on insurance defense and plaintiff personal injury cases to ensure all tasks are completed efficiently.• 3-5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant, preferably in litigation.
• Proficiency in civil litigation processes, including discovery and court filings.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to accurately transcribe dictation and format legal documents.
• Familiarity with e-filing systems and document management practices.
• Excellent communication and scheduling abilities.
• Knowledge of insurance defense and personal injury legal procedures.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.