Legal (Litigation) Secretary ($65,000-70,000 per year)

Downtown Pittsburgh litigation law firm is in need of a Legal Secretary/Assistant.

Duties to include:

• Provide comprehensive executive administrative support to attorneys, including calendar management, scheduling meetings, and coordinating appointments.
• Prepare, review, and proofread legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, briefs, and correspondence with precision and attention to detail.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, iManage, and other legal research tools to support case development and strategy.
• Manage legal case files and document review processes utilizing document management systems like PCLaw and other electronic filing platforms.
• Maintain accurate data entry and filing systems while ensuring confidentiality and compliance with legal standards.
• Support litigation processes by organizing case materials, preparing discovery documents, and coordinating with external counsel as needed.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of like litigation support expereince within a law firm setting
• Proficient MSOffice skills and accurate typing speed of 60 wpm.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Strong dictaphone skills for transcription
• Experience with state and federal court filings
• Team player willing to assist where needed