Legal Secretary - Plaintiff Litigation

Legal Secretary - Plaintiff Litigation Location: Chicago, IL (or insert location) Compensation: $50,000-$72,000 annually, depending on experience Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, Paid Holidays, Life & Disability Insurance About the Opportunity Our client, a well-established plaintiff litigation law firm, is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their team. This role is ideal for a highly organized professional who thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment and enjoys keeping cases moving efficiently from intake through resolution. Responsibilities Manage service of process and ensure timely filing and serving of complaints Coordinate with attorneys and docketing staff regarding court deadlines and case milestones Track and manage discovery requests, responses, and documentation Order and organize medical records and supporting case documents Maintain attorney calendars using both manual and electronic calendaring systems Monitor court orders, deadlines, hearings, and follow-up tasks Support overall case workflow and maintain accurate electronic and physical files Prepare, revise, proofread, and format legal correspondence, pleadings, reports, and other legal documents Transcribe and draft documents from attorney dictation Qualifications 3+ years of legal secretary experience supporting litigation attorneys Plaintiff litigation experience is required Strong understanding of litigation procedures, court filings, and service requirements Excellent organizational and time-management skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneouslyStrong written communication and proofreading abilities Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management software Experience with dictation and transcription strongly preferred Benefits Competitive salary based on experience Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with employer contribution Paid time off and paid holidays Life and disability insurance Supportive and collaborative team environment Opportunities for professional growth and development Pay Details $50,000.00 to $72,000.00 per year Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance Policies The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Chapter 13 Trustee Middle District of Alabama