Description

Position Summary

A reputable plaintiff personal injury law firm located in Chicago is seeking a skilled and motivated Legal Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in personal injury law, with a demonstrated ability to draft legal documents such as complaints, motions, discovery requests, and responses to discovery. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to further their career in a fast-paced, client-focused legal environment.

Key Responsibilities

The selected candidate will be responsible for a wide variety of duties, including but not limited to:

Document Preparation:

• Draft, revise, and finalize litigation documents such as complaints, motions, interrogatories, and responses to discovery requests (Source: SG25 US Legal.docx context: Litigation leads law firm needs).

• File pleadings and other legal documents with applicable courts or through e-filing systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court rules.

Case File Management:

• Maintain and organize case files, including physical and electronic documentation.

• Monitor case deadlines and coordinate with attorneys to ensure timely submission of necessary documents.

Client Communication:

• Serve as a liaison between attorneys, clients, and other legal firms.

• Provide exceptional customer service by addressing client inquiries and ensuring they are informed about case progress.

Legal Research and Administrative Support:

• Conduct basic legal research to assist with case preparation.

• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, pre-litigation tasks, and correspondence drafting.

Discovery Coordination:

• Collaborate with attorneys to compile, review, and prepare responses to discovery requests, including interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission

  Requirements

Qualifications

To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience working in personal injury law, with knowledge of Illinois state and federal rules of civil procedure (Source: SG25 US Legal.docx context: Litigation leads law firm needs).

• Technical Skills: Proficiency with legal document management systems and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Experience with e-filing systems is a plus.

• Legal Knowledge: Demonstrated experience drafting complaints, motions, discovery requests, and discovery responses is required.

• Organizational Skills: Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a time-sensitive manner.

• Communication Skills: Outstanding verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with clients, attorneys, and co-workers.

Work Environment and Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on your experience and skillset (Source: SG25-SALARY CALCULATOR).

• Flexible work options may be available, recognizing the importance of work-life balance (Source: SG25-SALARY CALCULATOR context: Legal candidates weigh salary and flexibility).

• A collaborative and supportive team environment focused on delivering outstanding client service.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume detailing their relevant experience and career goals. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and priority will be given to candidates who meet or exceed the job qualifications.

Join our team and make a tangible impact by advocating for justice on behalf of our clients!

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