Legal Assistant - General Liability - Chartwell Law
Chicago, IL
About the Job
Chartwell Law, a rapidly growing civil litigation law firm, with more than 200 attorneys across 32 offices from coast to coast, is currently recruiting motivated professionals with exceptional talent and promise to join our nationally ranked firm. With a culture built on collaboration and teamwork, we reward skill and initiative with new opportunities and dynamic challenges. Chartwell Law fosters a supportive and inclusive work environment that provides our attorneys and staff with the resources they need to succeed.
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes healthcare and retirement benefits, an engaging employee wellness program, mentoring program, and a charitable matching program. We are proud to provide a professional and welcoming firm community where everyone can openly contribute unique experiences and celebrate the differences that make us Chartwell Law. If you are ready to work at a firm that values your contributions and encourages your growth and success, submit your resume and cover letter today to be considered for this exciting opportunity!
Chartwell Law does not accept candidate submissions from outside agencies without prior approval and a signed agreement. In addition, we do not accept unsolicited candidates from outside agencies via our internal email system. If an outside agency fails to adhere to these procedures and/or the terms under a signed contract, Chartwell Law will not consider any submissions constituting a formal submission nor will any such submission bind Chartwell Law in any way. Outside agencies that would like to discuss a potential candidate and/or enter into an agreement with Chartwell Law, must first contact us at Recruiting@ChartwellLaw.com.Chartwell Law office is currently seeking a full time Legal Assistant for the General Liability team in our Chicago, IL office. The ideal candidate must have at least three years' experience preparing discovery responses/pleadings and motions and legal assistant responsibilities. Must have excellent organizational, communication, writing, research skills, and the ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
Experience:- Odyssey efiling;
- Pacer/Pacer efiling;
- Independently docket dates, deadlines & reminders;
- Knowledge of court procedures – Cook County & outlying counties;
- Able to work from Chicago office on designated days;
- Prioritize work independently;
- Finalize documents & correspondence;
- Serve subpoenas & track progress;
- Issue discovery & manage incoming discovery disclosures & requests;
- Place summonses for service w/ Sheriff & SPS & track progress;
- Independently draft appropriate notices – Certificates of Service, Notices of Motion, Notices of Deposition, etc;
- Able to work independently & handle many moving parts;
- Able to take direction & learn our systems/practices.
- Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years' legal experience
- Candidates must have experience in preparing and serving documents
- Candidates will be required to enter and bill their time
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook as well as other Microsoft Office applications including Word, Adobe PDF creation and searches
- Familiarity with and prior use of Aderant Total Office (ATO), knowledge of Aderant Expert is a plus
- Nitro PDF
Benefits include:
- 401(k)
- Health, Dental and Vision insurance
- Paid time off
