Litigation Legal Assistant

A well-respected and longstanding law firm is looking to add a Litigation Legal Assistant to their team. You would be supporting multiple stakeholders and litigation attorneys through complex legal processes from start to finish.Type: 3-month Contract-to-hireLocation: Chicago (Loop)Schedule: 5x/wk OnsiteKey Responsibilities:Draft, format, proofread, and finalize pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other litigation-related materials.Manage electronic court filings, ensuring strict adherence to state and federal filing deadlines and procedures.Coordinate and maintain attorneys' calendarsServe as a professional and responsive point of contact for clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and vendors.Essential qualifications:3+ years' experience as a Legal AssistantStrong background in litigationExcellent organizational and communication skills