Senior Legal Assistant

Job Title: Senior Legal Assistant

Location: Chicago, IL

Industry: Law Firm

Compensation: $60,000 – $85,000 annually

Work Schedule: Hybrid schedule – onsite 3x a week

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Addison Group is hiring for our client, a growing law firm based in downtown Chicago. The firm supports complex litigation matters and offers a professional, collaborative environment with strong benefits and long-term stability.

The Senior Legal Assistant will provide high-level administrative and litigation support to attorneys in a fast-paced legal environment. This role requires strong attention to detail, confidence in handling litigation-related tasks, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting strict deadlines.

• Draft, revise, and finalize legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence
• Coordinate federal and state e-filings, including appellate court submissions
• Manage attorney calendars, court deadlines, and scheduling logistics
• Maintain and organize electronic case files and documentation
• Assist with court filings, service of process, and coordination with outside counsel
• Support attorneys with case preparation and day-to-day administrative needs
• Ensure accuracy and consistency across legal documents and filings

• 3–5+ years of experience supporting attorneys in a law firm environment
• Prior experience supporting defense litigation matters (insurance or medical defense preferred)
• Familiarity with litigation procedures, court rules, and HIPAA-related documents
• Proficiency with legal and business tools including Perfect Law, Microsoft 365, Adobe, Dropbox, and Zoom
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously
• Professional, polished demeanor with a confident and proactive work style

• Direct hire opportunity
• Business professional dress code

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.