Legal Assistant 2:30pm-10:00pm EST (Mon-Fri)

Overview

A well-established full-service law firm with over 150 attorneys and 300 professionals is seeking a Legal Assistant to provide essential administrative and litigation support. The firm has a long history dating back to 1935 and serves a broad range of industries and practice areas.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, proofread, and process legal documents including summons, subpoenas, complaints, appeals, and motions.
• Manage correspondence by mailing, faxing, and coordinating deliveries to clients, witnesses, and court officials.
• Organize and maintain case files, law libraries, and legal documents.
• Assist attorneys with research and gathering records such as employment and medical documents.
• Track deadlines, maintain calendars, and attend legal meetings to take notes.
• Handle billing binders, enter daily time for timekeepers, and support other assistants as needed.
• Manage projects and balance workloads within the practice group while maintaining confidentiality.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Previous administrative experience in a legal setting preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and self-motivation with the ability to manage multiple tasks independently and prioritize effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a customer-service orientation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with the ability to quickly learn new software tools.
• Professional demeanor with a strong work ethic and commitment to confidentiality.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $28 to $35 per hour.
• Competitive salary with bonus opportunities based on firm and individual performance.
• Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance, including accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and parental leave.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Location

The firm is headquartered in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, with offices across Pennsylvania, Maryland, Ohio, and Washington, D.C., providing a broad regional footprint and opportunities for collaboration.

Additional Information

The firm is recognized nationally for excellence in various practice areas including construction litigation and energy law. It serves clients across industries such as real estate, energy, healthcare, banking and finance, insurance, construction, and technology, as well as public sector law. The firm values integrity, collaboration, and professional growth, offering mentorship and continuous learning opportunities.

This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions without regard to any protected traits under the law.