Legal Assistant, Civil Litigation 3+

O'Hagan Meyer

Legal Assistant supporting civil litigation attorneys at O’Hagan Meyer law firm. Preparing filings, managing case files, and assisting with depositions and trial preparation in Chicago.

Posted 9/3/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 - $80,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal document preparation, case management, and trial support while maintaining high standards of client confidentiality and communication. Proficient in utilizing legal software and Microsoft Office to enhance organizational efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Legal Document PreparationCase ManagementMicrosoft Office ProficiencyOrganizational SkillsClient Confidentiality

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Hard Skills

Legal ProceduresDocument ReviewTrial PreparationFiling SystemsCorrespondence Drafting

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailMultitaskingWritten CommunicationOral CommunicationTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteOdysseyPacerECF Filing SystemsIManage

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeParalegal Certificate

Industry Keywords

LitigationLegal AssistantLegal SecretaryClient CommunicationCourt Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide administrative support to lawyers in the preparation, review and filing of legal documents such as briefs, appeals, complaints, answers, etc.
Draft, format, and edit correspondence to clients, courts and attorneys
Locate, develop, and manage all case relevant information
Communicate effectively with clients, court personnel, and other legal professionals with a high degree of professionalism
Schedule and prepare materials for court appearances and depositions
Assist attorneys in case preparation by creating and maintaining organizational systems for each case
Assist attorneys with trial preparation, develop trial exhibits, and review/organize documents for trial discovery
Maintain attorney schedules and calendars

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree, Paralegal Certificate or equivalent experience
3+ years of prior work experience as a legal assistant, legal secretary, or related role in litigation
Familiarity with law, legal procedures, and protocols
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, Odyssey, Pacer and ECF Filing Systems
Previous iManage experience preferred but not required
Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to work independently but also as part of a team
Strong understanding of client confidentiality rules

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Work From Home
Free Food & Snacks
Wellness Resources