Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant
Location: Chicago, IL
Position Type: Full-Time Hybrid (2 days hybrid a week/excluding Mondays)

Lindsay, Pickett & Postel, LLC is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support our attorneys and ensure smooth and efficient litigation workflows. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent organizational and communication skills, a keen attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy and dynamic legal environment. This position will support multiple attorneys across various practice areas.

Learn more about us at: https://www.lpplawfirm.com

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide daily administrative and clerical support to assigned attorneys
• Open and close case files
• Prepare, proofread, and file legal documents
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate court appearances and depositions
• Handle e-filing in multi-state and federal courts
• Maintain case files and case management systems
• Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, and other external parties
• Receive and docket incoming materials; monitor deadlines and ensure timely task completion
• Post time entries daily in the firm’s billing system
• Perform additional duties as needed to support litigation matters

Qualifications:

• 3–5+ years of legal experience preferred, ideally in insurance defense and/or coverage
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and legal case management software
• Strong experience with e-filing procedures in various state and federal court systems
• Familiarity with appellate processes and procedures
• Exceptional organizational, time management, and multitasking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Professional demeanor and discretion in handling confidential information

Why Join the LPP Team?

• Competitive salary starting at $55,000.00, commensurate with experience
• 401(k) plan with company contribution after one (1) year of full-time employment
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) and paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance

To Apply:
Please email your cover letter and resume to Shari Lovelle at slovelle@lpplawfirm.com. Be sure to include “Legal Assistant” in the subject line.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• legal: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60606