Business Litigation Legal Assistant

Aspen Careers, LLC; West Mifflin (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental/vision insurance

Employer-paid life/AD&D/disability

Supplemental insurance options

401(k) with profit-sharing eligibility

Generous PTO

Paid holidays including floating days

Pre-tax parking

Job summary

Aspen Careers presents a respected Pittsburgh law firm seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support a busy business and commercial litigation team. This role rewards organization, reliability, and teamwork within a stable, professional setting.

Responsibilities include drafting pleadings, managing calendars, filing electronic court submissions, maintaining case files, and assisting with billing and administrative tasks to ensure seamless team coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years of business or commercial litigation support experience (law firm environment preferred).
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Experience with electronic court filing systems.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft, revise, and proofread legal documents including pleadings, correspondence, and memoranda
• Manage attorney calendars, coordinate meetings, and arrange travel
• Prepare and file electronic court submissions in compliance with applicable court rules
• Organize and maintain case files within the document management system
• Track deadlines and maintain familiarity with active matters
• Enter attorney time and assist with billing and expense reporting
• Format, scan, and prepare documents for internal and external distribution
• Maintain CRM data and assist with client-related administrative needs
• Provide team-based support and ensure seamless coverage with other legal assistants
• Assist with firm initiatives and special projects as needed

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Electronic court filing

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

Join a Respected Pittsburgh Law Firm with Long-Term Stability

A prominent, full-service Pittsburgh law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys within its business and commercial litigation practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned legal professional who values structure, professionalism, and a collaborative team environment.

If you thrive in a detail-driven role where organization and reliability make a meaningful impact, this firm offers the stability, culture, and support system to build a long-term career.

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out

• Established, highly regarded law firm with a strong local reputation
• Supportive, team-oriented culture with respectful attorneys
• Structured environment with clear processes and expectations
• Long-term career stability
• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package

This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys being the operational anchor of a busy litigation team while working in a professional, positive setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, revise, and proofread legal documents including pleadings, correspondence, and memoranda
• Manage attorney calendars, coordinate meetings, and arrange travel
• Prepare and file electronic court submissions in compliance with applicable court rules
• Organize and maintain case files within the document management system
• Track deadlines and maintain familiarity with active matters
• Enter attorney time and assist with billing and expense reporting
• Format, scan, and prepare documents for internal and external distribution
• Maintain CRM data and assist with client-related administrative needs
• Provide team-based support and ensure seamless coverage with other legal assistants
• Assist with firm initiatives and special projects as needed

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years of business or commercial litigation support experience (law firm environment preferred)
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Experience with electronic court filing systems
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment

The firm offers a thoughtfully designed benefits package, including:

• Dental and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability coverage
• Supplemental insurance options
• 401(k) with profit-sharing eligibility
• Generous PTO program that increases with tenure
• Paid holidays, including floating holidays
• Pre-tax parking and dependent care assistance programs

About Aspen Careers

This opportunity is being presented by Aspen Careers, a legal recruiting firm partnering exclusively with law firms to place top-tier legal talent. We prioritize confidentiality, alignment, and long-term career success for every candidate we represent.

To learn more, visit: www.aspen-careers.com