Legal Assistant

**Robert Half** is seeking a Legal Assistant for a well\-established law firm in downtown Chicago. This position will support attorneys in a busy litigation and workers' compensation practice and is ideal for a professional with strong law firm experience who thrives in a fast\-paced, team\-oriented environment. **Responsibilities:** * Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys in litigation and workers' compensation matters. * Draft, edit, and format legal correspondence. * Maintain electronic and physical case files. * Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, and court dates. * Coordinate filings and service of legal documents. * Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and vendors. * Assist with trial preparation and case management support. **Qualifications:** * Minimum of 3 years of legal assistant experience within a law firm environment. * Prior experience supporting litigation matters required. * Workers' compensation, insurance defense, or tort litigation experience preferred. * Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills. * Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and legal document management systems. * Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and staff. **Benefits:** * Medical, dental, and vision insurance. * Life insurance and short\-term/long\-term disability coverage. * 401(k) plan. * Generous paid time off. * Hybrid work schedule. *Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster* Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity \- whenever you choose \- even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1\-tap apply, notifications of AI\-matched jobs, and much more. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.