Position Overview
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: β’ Partner closely with trial counsel to keep case materials organized and accessible throughout all phases of courtroom preparation and proceedings. β’ Provide direct support during jury selection in state court, helping coordinate documents, schedules, and attorney needs in real time. β’ Attend jury instruction conferences and assist with the preparation, tracking, and management of instruction-related materials. β’ Manage court filing activities, inc...