Legal Assistant Workers' Compensation

The Workers’ Compensation defense legal assistant enhances attorneys’ effectiveness by developing case information, evidence, and settlement options; tracking cases; supporting attorney's trial proceedings. This position will support multiple attorneys with the preparation of documents for Workers’ Compensation cases in our Chicago office.

Job Functions:

• Provide support for attorneys and back-up assistants as needed.
• Prepare pleadings and electronically file via CompFile to include Appearances, Request for Hearing, Settlement Contract, Motion to Consolidate and other pleadings.
• Prepare merge templates and forms, transcribe dictation from digital dictation software, and proofread documents.
• 90% of the job is typing and transcribing dictation, coordinating depositions and IME’s and preparing any necessary letters and notices, maintenance of files, including filing, and coordination of court appearances.
• Profile and maintain documents in a document management software program to ensure case materials are electronically saved and current.
• Keep cases organized by establishing and organizing files; monitoring calendars; meeting deadlines; documenting actions; inputting information into file database and case management software.
• Enhance trial proceedings by organizing evidence; preparing exhibits; scheduling witnesses; ensuring that witnesses are ready when needed.
• Fast paced and accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED (or equivalent) required.
• Typing speed of 60-70 WPM
• 3+ years of legal support experience in a law firm required.
• Dictation experience required.
• Working knowledge of court rules and procedures.
• Microsoft Word experience required; Excel and PowerPoint experience preferred.
• Outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and administrative skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to multi-task and prioritize a high-volume caseload.
• Must be self-motivated and able to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Firm and Client Confidentiality required.
• Ability to work independently and reliably.
• Ability to work with the team.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.

Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Accident, Group Term life, Voluntary term life, STD, LTD, 401(k)/Roth retirement plan with company match and paid time off.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.