Clyde & Co · 3 days ago
Legal Assistant - Trial & Defense
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$41.21/hr - $46.70/hr
5+ years expClyde & Co is a global law firm seeking a legal assistant with 5+ years of experience to support their trial and litigation team. The role involves providing administrative support, preparing legal documents, filing pleadings, and assisting attorneys in trial preparation.
Law EnforcementReal Estate
Responsibilities
Provide legal and administrative support to a team of attorneys
Create, prepare, proofread, and amend high volume complex legal documents, pleadings, including table of contents and table of authorities, letters and emails
File pleadings with state and federal courts using various means, including electronic court filing systems
Calendar maintenance, such as scheduling hearings, briefing schedules, discovery deadlines, depositions, meetings, and knowledge of civil and federal court deadline filing dates, court rules, and procedures
Prepare for and assist in trials
Assist Paralegals in organizing case files and records maintenance
Assist with travel arrangements upon request including car, hotel and airfare reservations, and complete attorney monthly expenses to accounting
Administrative work, including billing, correspondence, invoices and reporting to clients
Qualification
Required
5+ years of previous experience as a litigation/trial legal assistant or secretary
Must have legal experience, including filing with state and federal courts
Knowledge in e-filing in the collar counties
Strong work ethic, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills are essential
Ability to think ahead; to follow written and verbal instructions, strong skills in writing, researching, and organization/flexibility and Teamwork
Intermediate proficiency of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Previous experience with File site or iManage filing systems
Creative problem solver who takes initiative to accomplish tasks with a minimal level of supervision
Exceptional attention to detail and high proficiency in proofreading
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and work with professionals inside and outside the firm
Benefits
Hybrid Work Flexibility – Enjoy a perfect balance between remote and in-office work.
Flexible Paid Time Off – Accrue 20 days of paid time off and 11 firm paid holidays.
Referral Rewards – Earn generous bonuses for introducing talented colleagues to our team.
Mentorship & Career Growth – Access strong mentorship, global training programs, and career development support.
Engaging Culture – Participate in exciting social events, volunteer and community service initiatives, and professional development opportunities.
Inclusive Parental Leave – Six months fully paid, for all parents regardless of gender or path to parenthood.
Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
Robust Disability Coverage – Comprehensive short-term and enhanced long-term disability plans.
Company
Clyde & Co
Clyde & Co is a global law firm specializing in sectors that drive global commerce and trade.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Thomas Gentile
Chief Financial Officer (North America)
Truda Chow
Chief Operating Officer (North America)
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