Legal Assistant

Job Overview Northwest Indiana law firm seeking a full-time, legal assistant to provide administrative support for two to three attorneys in an established and busy litigation firm. Candidate must have and possess a strong work ethic in addition to excellent legal secretarial skills. Must be proficient in MS Word, with good typing, grammar, proofreading and organizational skills. Must have knowledge of electronic filing of pleadings in State Court, US District Court, and Appellate Courts. Responsibilities include but not limited to preparation, revision and formatting of legal pleadings, trial documents, correspondence, discovery, deposition notices and subpoenas, as well as maintaining files (both physical and electronic), and scheduling and calendaring Duties Assist attorneys with legal revisions and case management systems to support litigation, transactional work, and regulatory compliance. Manage legal case files through document review, organization, and filing. Draft, proofread, and edit documents including, pleadings, memos, and correspondence with precision and clarity. Coordinating deadlines, tracking case progress, and maintaining detailed records. Perform data entry and administrative tasks such as filing, scheduling, managing calendars, and handling phone inquiries with professionalism. Support attorneys in preparing for hearings or meetings by transcribing notes or organizing relevant documentation. Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Pay:

$18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Work Location:

In person