McCready Law · 14 hours ago
Sr. Legal Assistant
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expMcCready Law is seeking a Senior Legal Assistant to provide advanced litigation support for complex personal injury cases. The role involves managing legal documentation, coordinating with clients and medical providers, and assisting attorneys with trial preparation.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
Draft, proofread, and format sophisticated legal documents, including motions, discovery responses, deposition notices, subpoenas, affidavits, and correspondence
Prepare complex medical chronologies, fact summaries, and litigation timelines
Coordinate discovery production, track deadlines, and maintain detailed litigation calendars
Manage and update case management systems with a high degree of accuracy
Serve as a primary point of contact for clients regarding scheduling, case updates, and document needs
Obtain and track medical records, bills, liens, affidavits, HIPAA authorizations, and expert documentation
Communicate effectively with medical providers, insurance adjusters, outside vendors, and opposing counsel
Handle all e-filing for state and federal courts, ensuring compliance with procedural rules and deadlines
Prepare and submit motions, notices, and supporting documents with minimal attorney revision
Assist attorneys and paralegals with trial preparation, including exhibit lists, witness lists, trial binders, demonstratives, and evidentiary materials
Organize and prepare deposition materials and summaries
Mentor junior legal assistants by providing guidance on drafting, case organization, and best practices
Identify workflow gaps and recommend process improvements to enhance litigation efficiency
Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and a high level of discretion always
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5 years of experience as a legal litigation assistant, preferably in personal injury
Thorough understanding of PI litigation phases, discovery, medical records, liens, and court procedures
Proficiency with legal case management software, Microsoft Office Suite, and e-filing platforms
Strong working knowledge of Illinois court rules; familiarity with federal practice is a plus
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Strong initiative, ability to anticipate next steps, and comfort working with minimal supervision
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage high-volume caseloads and strict deadlines
High attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through
Ability to maintain professionalism and client service standards in a fast-paced environment
Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively across litigation teams
Company
McCready Law
Over 75 team members and growing, 13 attorneys, 5 locations, and over $350 Million recovered for our clients.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Brian Jacob
Chief Marketing Officer
Jess Jordan
Partner
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