Legal Secretary — Litigation

Job overview

Legal Secretary — Litigation is an onsite, full-time role in Chicago, IL. Compensation is not specified. Tucker Ellis LLP’s Chicago office is seeking litigation secretarial support for multiple attorneys in a fast-paced law firm environment. The secretary supports attorneys by preparing and filing court documents, coordinating calendars and proceedings, maintaining client files, and handling billing and administrative tasks. Accurate, timely support helps attorneys manage litigation matters and meet court and client requirements.

What you'll do

• Prepare electronic and traditional filings for county, state, federal, and appellate courts
• proofread and edit legal documents
• create tables of authorities and contents
• schedule depositions, court appearances, and attorney meetings
• maintain calendars and travel arrangements
• open files, conduct conflict checks, and maintain client files
• process bills and expenses
• assist with special projects and firm-wide team objectives.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

legal secretary

litigation

chicago il

tucker ellis llp

court filings

legal documents

attorney calendars

depositions

client files

microsoft word

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires at least three years of defense-side litigation legal secretary or assistant experience in a law firm, proficiency in court filing procedures, high school diploma or GED, and advanced Microsoft Word skills.

About the employer

Tucker Ellis LLP is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.