Legal Secretary - Plaintiff Litigation

Legal Secretary - Plaintiff Litigation

Location: Chicago, IL (or insert location)

Compensation: $50,000-$72,000 annually, depending on experience

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, Paid Holidays, Life & Disability Insurance

About the Opportunity

Our client, a well-established plaintiff litigation law firm, is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their team. This role is ideal for a highly organized professional who thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment and enjoys keeping cases moving efficiently from intake through resolution.

Responsibilities

• Manage service of process and ensure timely filing and serving of complaints
• Coordinate with attorneys and docketing staff regarding court deadlines and case milestones
• Track and manage discovery requests, responses, and documentation
• Order and organize medical records and supporting case documents
• Maintain attorney calendars using both manual and electronic calendaring systems
• Monitor court orders, deadlines, hearings, and follow-up tasks
• Support overall case workflow and maintain accurate electronic and physical files
• Prepare, revise, proofread, and format legal correspondence, pleadings, reports, and other legal documents
• Transcribe and draft documents from attorney dictation

Qualifications

• 3+ years of legal secretary experience supporting litigation attorneys
• Plaintiff litigation experience is required
• Strong understanding of litigation procedures, court filings, and service requirements
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
• Strong written communication and proofreading abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management software
• Experience with dictation and transcription strongly preferred

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Interested? Apply today or contact me directly to learn more about this opportunity.

Pay Details: $50,000.00 to $72,000.00 per year

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