Legal Administrative Assistant

Sechler Law Firm, LLC; Warrendale (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sechler Law Firm, LLC. is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Legal Administrative Assistant to provide high-level administrative and clerical support to our attorneys in a fast-paced environment.

The assistant will prepare and proofread legal documents, manage calendars and deadlines, coordinate client communication, maintain case files, and support daily office operations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to handle multiple priorities while

Qualifications

• Draft, edit, and format legal documents with precision.
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and track deadlines.
• Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and external parties.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with legal procedures at all times.

Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and format legal documents, correspondence, and filings.
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and track deadlines.
• Organize, update, and maintain electronic and physical case files.
• Assist with court filings and document preparation.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and outside parties.
• Support billing processes, time entry, and administrative tasks.
• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with legal procedures.
• Occasional evening support for firm seminars and workshops, as needed.

Skills

Document drafting

Calendar management

Filing & records

Client communication

Confidentiality

Court procedures

Job description

Sechler Law Firm, LLC. is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Legal Administrative Assistant. The Assistant will provide high-level administrative and clerical support to our attorneys and legal staff in a fast-paced environment. This role is responsible for preparing and proofreading legal documents, managing calendars and deadlines, coordinating client communication, maintaining case files, and supporting daily office operations.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities, and experienced in handling sensitive and confidential information. If you are looking for a rewarding career supporting families in your community, we'd love to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Experience in drafting, editing, and formatting legal documents with precision and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and track deadlines efficiently.
• Proven track record of organizing and maintaining both electronic and physical case files.
• Strong communication skills to interact professionally with clients, courts, and external parties.
• Familiarity with court filing procedures and document preparation requirements.
• Proficiency in supporting billing processes and administrative tasks, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and compliance with legal procedures at all times.
• Ability to work evening shifts, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and format legal documents, correspondence, and filings.
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and track deadlines.
• Organize, update, and maintain electronic and physical case files.
• Assist with court filings and document preparation.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and outside parties.
• Support billing processes, time entry, and administrative tasks.
• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with legal procedures.
• Occasional evening support for firm seminars and workshops, as needed.