Legal Secretary

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to provide hands-on trial support for a contract assignment based in Chicago, Illinois. This Contract position will work closely with an organized attorney on a wrongful death matter involving multiple parties, helping maintain momentum throughout jury-related proceedings and trial preparation. The assignment is expected to support state court jury selection, jury instruction conferences, and a trial anticipated to last approximately three to four weeks.

Responsibilities:

• Partner closely with trial counsel to keep case materials organized and accessible throughout all phases of courtroom preparation and proceedings.
• Provide direct support during jury selection in state court, helping coordinate documents, schedules, and attorney needs in real time.
• Attend jury instruction conferences and assist with the preparation, tracking, and management of instruction-related materials.
• Manage court filing activities, including electronic submissions, to ensure documents are filed accurately and on time.
• Maintain calendars for hearings, trial events, and key deadlines so the legal team stays aligned on priorities.
• Prepare dictated correspondence, notes, and legal documents with a high level of accuracy and professionalism.
• Support daily trial logistics for a wrongful death case involving multiple parties, helping the attorney stay focused on courtroom strategy.
• Monitor case activity and keep materials current so proceedings continue efficiently without unnecessary delays or document issues.

The pay range for this position is 25 to 30. Benefits available to contract/contract professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/contract professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster. Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in a Legal Secretary role or a closely related legal support position.
• Demonstrated background providing trial support in a litigation environment.
• Working knowledge of jury selection processes and jury instruction support.
• Experience with e-filing and court filing procedures.
• Strong calendar management skills with the ability to track multiple deadlines and events.
• Proficiency in handling dictation and preparing high-quality legal documents.
• Ability to work on-site in Chicago, Illinois for the duration of the contract assignment.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work effectively alongside attorneys in a fast-paced trial setting.

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