Job Title: Legal Assistant
Location: Chicago, IL
Industry: Legal Services
Pay: $25–$28/hour
About Our Client:
Addison Group is partnering with a well-respected legal firm in downtown Chicago that is expanding its litigation support team. With a collaborative environment and opportunities for professional growth, this firm is seeking a dedicated individual to support its team of attorneys through a contract-to-permanent opportunity.
Job Description:
We are hiring a Legal Assistant or Paralegal to join our client’s dynamic legal team. This role is 100% onsite and will support three attorneys with a mix of administrative legal tasks and litigation assistance. The right candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft and format legal correspondence, subpoenas, and client letters
- Organize and maintain case files and documentation
- Assist with docketing, calendaring, and court filings using CompFile
- Support attorneys with medical records summaries and litigation prep
- Monitor mail, scan/upload documents, and manage digital filing systems
- Prepare and distribute HIPAA authorizations, subpoenas, and related materials
- Coordinate time entry and billing support for attorneys
- Compile documents for Independent Medical Exams (IMEs)
- Perform other duties and special projects as needed
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required
- 2–3 years of legal assistant or paralegal experience, preferably in litigation
- Proficiency with CompFile and familiarity with IWCC procedures
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Excellent communication and follow-up abilities
- Self-starter with a willingness to learn and adapt quickly
Additional Details:
- Contract-to-perm opportunity
- Business casual dress code
- Team includes supportive attorneys, law clerks, and administrative staff
Perks:
- Long-term growth potential with opportunity for direct hire
- Exposure to high-profile litigation and a variety of legal specialties
- Collaborative and supportive team culture
- Professional development in an expanding legal environment