Litigation Legal Assistant - Civil DefenseÂ
Chicago, IL
Direct Hire | Hybrid
Ready to take your litigation career to the next level
Join a nationally respected law firm where your experience in civil defense litigation truly makes an impact. This isn’t just another support role—you’ll be a key player working alongside high-performing attorneys on complex cases, including trial preparation, in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
If you’re someone who thrives under pressure, stays two steps ahead, and takes pride in being the person attorneys rely on—this role was built for you.
What You’ll Be Doing
• Own the preparation and formatting of pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal correspondence.
• Handle State and Federal e-filing with confidence and accuracy.
• Manage busy attorney calendars—depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Keep cases moving by tracking deadlines and maintaining organized files from start to finish.
• Transcribe dictation and turn it into polished, client-ready documents.
• Communicate with clients, courts, and internal teams with professionalism and ease.
• Coordinate travel and logistics like a pro.
• Jump in on trial prep and be part of the action when it matters most.
What Makes You a Great Fit
• 5+ years of litigation support experience (Legal Assistant or Secretary).
• Strong background in civil defense litigation.
• Trial experience or solid trial prep exposure.
• You know your way around State & Federal court procedures and e-filing.
• Tech-savvy with tools like Outlook, Word, Adobe, and legal systems (iManage, etc.).
• Fast, accurate typing (70+ WPM) and strong transcription skills.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to juggle multiple priorities.
• Dependable, proactive, and confident working both independently and with a team.
Why You’ll Love This Role
• Hybrid flexibility (with in-office collaboration midweek).
• Work with a sharp, supportive legal team.
• Exposure to high-level litigation and trial work.
• A role where your expertise is valued—not micromanaged.
About TempExperts, LLC
TempExperts connects top talent with leading employers and provides a streamlined, supportive hiring experience. This is a direct hire opportunity with our client law firm.
TempExperts is an Equal Opportunity Employer
