Lasalle Network is pleased to be partnered with a prestigious Chicago law firm offering client?focused, interdisciplinary, high?value counsel. They are We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Corporate Legal Assistant to join their litigation and administrative team. This role supports attorneys with document management, court filings, docketing, and foundational legal processes. The ideal candidate combines strong technical savvy with exceptional communication and collaboration skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Utilize Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe to draft, format, proofread, and manage legal documents (pleadings, memoranda, correspondence, and presentations)
- Administer document management systems, including Bates labeling, redactions, and filing preparation
- Process and track critical litigation documents such as subpoenas, summonses, and discovery requests
- Expertly navigate electronic signature software and e-filing platforms like PACER for federal and state court filings
- Maintain a centralized docketing system to track deadlines for case events, filings, and hearings
- Demonstrate working knowledge of courtroom procedures and research local court rules and standing orders
- Schedule court depositions, hearings, and other attorney events as needed
- Collaborate on special projects and support attorneys with communications, billing support, and clerical tasks
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Communications, Business, or a related field
- Deep understanding of litigation administrative practices and court systems (district, circuit, federal, appellate)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Creative Suite
- Experience with document management systems and electronic signature platforms
- Familiarity with PACER and experience e-filing in state and federal courts
- Exceptional attention to detail, strong proofreading skills, and professional writing ability
- Capacity to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Ability to take direction, work independently, and collaborate effectively with attorneys and staff
- High level of confidentiality, strong work ethic, and adaptability
Compensation & Benefits
- Opportunity for performance-based bonuses
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical (PPO and HDHP), dental, and vision; life and disability insurance; FSAs/HSAs; 401(k); paid leave; and wellness resources
- $70k-$85k
Allison Sachnoff
Senior Recruiter
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LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.
LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries. LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets.
