Legal: Legal Secretary - Chicago, Illinois - (Chicago, IL)

Job DescriptionLegal Secretary/Assistant in a personal injury law firm that represents plaintiffs. Must know the basics of litigation to prepare discovery, issue subpoenaes, and pleadings. Must be able to use the Federal Court electronic filing system. Must be able to type dictation, preferably 70+ words per minute. Must be proficient in Ms word and Ms word Perfect (we use both).The firm handles many complex construction, medical negligence and product liability cases that often involve many documents. Therefore, applicant must have skills in document management. Spanish as a 2nd language is a plus. Prior background in preparing documents for trials such as motions in limine and jury instructions also a plus. The firm tries cases frequently so the expertise to work under time pressures (and with humor), is mandatory. (01/09/2018)