Robert Half · 2 weeks ago
Litigation Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$65K/yr - $95K/yrRobert Half is a firm operating in a fast-paced environment, seeking an adaptable Litigation Legal Assistant/Paralegal. The role involves supporting attorneys in state and federal court litigation through various administrative and paralegal tasks, including drafting legal documents and managing court filings.
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Hiring Manager
Alison Schmidt Small
Responsibilities
Draft and finalize summonses, motions, orders, discovery requests, demand letters, affidavits, and subpoenas
File pleadings in state, federal, and appellate courts, as well as regulatory agencies (e.g., Illinois Department of Labor, EEOC)
Communicate with judges’ chambers, clerks, sheriffs’ offices, and process servers regarding filings and service of legal documents
Coordinate depositions, court reporters, and conference room bookings
Proofread legal documents, including cite-checking using Bluebook Uniform Citation
Prepare and organize court exhibits and assist with document productions
Track and docket incoming and outgoing pleadings
Maintain service lists for litigation matters
Facilitate client communication related to case matters
Enrolling attorneys in conferences and seminars
Manage various administrative tasks, such as lunch reservations, conference room scheduling, and event coordination
Prepare expense reports and billing letters
Assist with holiday gifts for clients, if needed
Qualification
Required
Strong knowledge of litigation procedures
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other legal software
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and reliable
Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Capable of working both independently and as part of a collaborative team
Preferred
A certificate from an ABA-approved Paralegal training program is preferred but not mandatory, as it demonstrates a commitment to the profession
Strong word processing and communication skills are essential
Ideal candidates are proactive, client-focused, and willing to suggest improvements to existing processes
Company
Robert Half
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Founded in 1948
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Keith Waddell
President and CEO
Paul Gentzkow
President and Chief Executive Officer, Talent Solutions
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