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Legal Assistant (Remote 5+)

O'Hagan MeyerWorkableChicago, Illinois, United States
Posted 19 OctFound 20 OctSeen 5 hours ago

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The Posting

O’Hagan Meyer is looking for an organized and professional litigation Legal Assistant to join our law firm office. This individual will provide vital assistance to a team of attorneys by handling case-related tasks, preparing a variety of legal documentation, and managing case files. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proficient in legal terminology, and understands the electronic filing procedures in California & Texas State and Federal Courts. Candidates should have experience in Employment Defense, Insurance Coverage and Hospitality law. This will be full-time, remote position.

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive litigation support to multiple attorneys, managing heavy and complex caseloads
  • Prepare, revise, proofread, and format pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and correspondence in compliance with applicable court rules
  • Prepare court filings for state, federal and appellate courts, including electronic and traditional filings
  • Coordinate travel arrangements. Prepare, submit, and track travel and expense reimbursements
  • Assist with discovery and trial support, including document production, exhibit preparation, and court filings. Support scanning, photocopying, and binder preparation as needed
  • Create and maintain filing systems and databases in compliance with office policies to ensure accurate and efficient data retrieval
  • Maintain and monitor litigation calendars, including deadlines, hearings, depositions, and trial dates
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree, Paralegal Certificate or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of prior work experience as a legal assistant, legal secretary, or related role in litigation.
  • Must have California courts filing experience
  • Familiarity with law, legal procedures, and protocols
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Acrobat, Pacer and ECF Filing Systems
  • Previous iManage experience preferred but not required
  • Prior remote work
  • Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work independently but also as part of a team
  • Strong understanding of client confidentiality rules

O’Hagan Meyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.O'Hagan Meyer participates in E-Verify.

Salary: $85,000 - $100,000

Benefits

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, & Company Holidays)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Free Food & Snacks in Office
  • Wellness Resources
  • Commuter Benefits

Facts

Source
Workable
External id
15D55D3D12
Location
Chicago, IL, United States
Remote
Remote, from the posting
Employment
Full time
Pay
$85,000 to $100,000, read from the text
Posted
19 Oct 2026
First seen
20 Oct 2026, 16:08
Last seen
1 Nov 2026, 23:17
Status
Not yet added
Posting id
75cc3ee4-c5c3-552f-8c34-98b318f85e16