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Legal Assistant – Personal Injury Defense

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: LHH Recruitment Solutions
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-15
Job specializations:
  • Law/Legal
    Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant, Litigation, Paralegal
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 85000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 85000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Legal Assistant – Personal Injury Defense | Chicago, IL

Are you an experienced Legal Assistant with a background in personal injury defense litigation
? Looking to join a great legal team where your organizational skills and litigation support experience make a real impact? This hybrid role in Chicago, IL could be your next move.

What You’ll Do
  • Support attorneys through all phases of personal injury defense litigation
  • Manage calendars, hearings, depositions, and case deadlines
  • Prepare and file subpoenas, correspondence, and legal documents
  • Organize discovery, medical records, investigative reports, and trial materials
  • Communicate with clients, experts, and outside vendors
  • Assist with trial prep and provide administrative support during trial
What We’re Looking For
  • 5+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Litigation Legal Secretary
  • Background in personal injury defense (or general litigation)
  • Strong understanding of litigation procedures, court rules & discovery
  • Excellent communication, writing, and multitasking abilities
  • Strong tech proficiency (Microsoft Office + legal database experience)
  • Certificate in Legal Assisting/Paralegal preferred (not required)
Schedule & Work Model

Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and 401(k)

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  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
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