Litigation Legal Assistant for a Prominent Law Firm

We are a growing law firm seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant to support a team of attorneys handling complex business and commercial disputes.

About the role

The ideal candidate will possess strong litigation support experience, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys throughout all phases of commercial litigation, from case intake through trial and appeal.
• Prepare, revise, proofread, and file legal pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, and correspondence.
• Coordinate and manage electronic court filings in state and federal courts.
• Maintain case calendars, including tracking deadlines, hearings, depositions, mediations, and trial dates.
• Schedule meetings, depositions, court appearances, and client conferences.
• Organize and maintain physical and electronic case files, exhibits, and litigation documents.
• Assist with document production, discovery management, and document review.
• Coordinate collection and organization of records, exhibits, and evidence.
• Prepare trial binders, witness files, exhibit lists, and hearing materials.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, experts, and vendors.
• Enter attorney time, process billing requests, and assist with expense reporting as needed.
• Perform legal and administrative support functions to ensure efficient case management.

Requirements

• 5+ years of litigation legal assistant experience, preferably in commercial or business litigation.
• Strong knowledge of Illinois state and federal court filing procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, document management systems, and litigation support software.
• Experience managing complex case calendars and litigation deadlines.
• Excellent proofreading, organizational, and multitasking abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Paid time off and holidays
• Hybrid work flexibility

Ideal Candidate Profile

The successful candidate is a proactive, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a deadline-driven litigation environment, demonstrates excellent judgment, and enjoys supporting attorneys and clients through complex commercial disputes. They possess a strong sense of urgency, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering exceptional client service.