Legal Assistant

Company: LHH US
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Legal Assistant Location: Chicago, Hybrid Compensation: $70,000 - $90,000 (DOE) Job Type: Full-time Job Description: A prominent law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support attorneys in business litigation matters. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in a legal environment, with a focus on managing case files, drafting legal documents, and supporting trial preparation. Key Responsibilities: Assist attorneys with case management, legal research, and drafting legal documents. Organize case files, pleadings, and discovery documents. Coordinate trial logistics and assist with exhibit preparation. Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court staff. Provide administrative support to ensure smooth operations. Qualifications: Minimum 2 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar role. Strong knowledge of legal processes and procedures. Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal software. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Additional Information & Benefits: Personal Time Off (PTO) is offered on an accrual basis up to 184 hours a year, 13 Paid Holidays, and up to 6 weeks of Paid Parental Leave. PTO and holiday hours are prorated based on hire date within the calendar year. Paid Sick Leave Benefit offerings for full-time employment include medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan Annual discretionary bonus based on individual performance Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate -privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: • The California Fair Chance Act • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $90,000.00 per year Search managed by: Anna Daugherty 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 https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate -privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: 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.

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