Legal Assistant

National law firm has an immediate opening for a skilled legal assistant in civil litigation in its Chicago office. Our office is located just outside of the downtown area, with free parking and spacious, recently remodeled offices. Qualified candidates must have 2+ years of experience in a law firm setting. Insurance defense is highly preferred. Currently, the position is a hybrid model requiring to work in the office 2 days a week and work 3 days a week remotely from home, therefore must live in the greater Chicago area - no exceptions.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:E-filing experience in Illinois, both State and Federal courtFamiliarity with civil, arbitration procedures/filingsMaintain attorneys calendar by planning and scheduling meetings, depositions, mediations, teleconferences, and travelHave the ability to communicate with outside law firms to schedule depositions and other meetings as neededProof and finalize correspondence, pleadings, discovery, motions, and prepare routine shell macrosAbility to prepare and file pleading documents and discovery documents while consulting with the attorneyBe able to open and close legal filesHandle general correspondence between outside law firms, clients, and insurance carriersHeavy document management organizational skillsRecord and track deadlines through docketing and calendar systemAssist multiple attorneysTrial preparationRequirements:Excellent organizational skills including ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple projectsAbility to multi-task independentlyProfessional and pleasant demeanorTime management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently and accuratelyKnowledge of e-filing systems and eDocketsHigh level of computer competency, in the complete Microsoft Office Suite; proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, iManage document file systemRequires the ability to work 40 Hours a week M-F 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Benefits include:A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonusesInsurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account401(k) retirement planPTO, sick time and paid holidaysA flexible work from home policyReferral programRecruiters - Please do not contact us as we are not using external recruiters to fill this position at this time.