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Trueline, representing a nationally recognized Am Law firm with a strong commercial litigation practice, is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to join its litigation team in Chicago, IL. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal support professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys supporting busy litigators, and takes pride in delivering exceptional client service while managing complex administrative responsibilities. What You'll Do as the Legal Administrative Assistant: • Provide day-to-day administrative support to a team of commercial litigation attorneys • Draft, edit, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, and court filings • Prepare and electronically file documents in state and federal courts • Maintain and organize electronic case files using document management software • Review court orders and pleadings and coordinate docketing requests • Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, conference calls, and travel arrangements • Process time entries, assist with billing, expense reports, and accounts receivable activities • Open and close client matters, prepare engagement documents, and assist with conflict checks • Coordinate incoming mail, correspondence, and other administrative workflows • Serve as a dependable resource to attorneys and team members while meeting critical litigation deadlines Must-Haves as the Legal Administrative Assistant: • 3-5 years of experience supporting attorneys in a law firm environment • At least 3 years of civil litigation experience involving state and federal courts • Experience with electronic court filing systems • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint • Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment • Professional demeanor and commitment to outstanding client service Nice-to-Haves as the Legal Administrative Assistant: • Experience with NetDocuments, NetDocs, or similar document management systems • Familiarity with legal docketing software • Experience supporting commercial litigation attorneys • Knowledge of legal billing and time entry processes • Experience preparing engagement letters and handling new matter intake Our Client Offers: • Competitive salary of $70,000-$100,000 based on experience • Merit-based compensation growth opportunities • Comprehensive healthcare benefits • Retirement savings program • Paid time off • Opportunity to work with a highly respected national litigation team • Collaborative, team-oriented culture • Opportunities to participate in pro bono and community service initiatives • Long-term career growth within a stable, nationally recognized law firm