Legal Assistant

Horn Williamson Collins; False Pass (AK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

PTO & holidays

401(k): employer contribution

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

Horn Williamson & Collins, LLC is seeking an organized, detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support our attorneys and paralegals in our Philadelphia office. The role focuses on drafting, filing, calendars, and client communications.

The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, excellent written and verbal communication, and proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with CLIO or iManage is a plus. A collaborative, team-oriented environment with comprehensive benefits awaits.

Qualifications

• Previous legal assistant experience preferred.
• Experience supporting litigation attorneys is strongly preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with legal practice management or document management systems is a plus (CLIO and iManage).
• Professional demeanor with a strong customer service mindset.
• Dependable, proactive, and able to work independently as well as collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, revise, and format legal documents and correspondence.
• File documents with state and federal courts, including electronic filings.
• Manage attorney calendars, scheduling, and deadlines.
• Maintain electronic client files.
• Prepare mailings, labels, certified mail, and overnight packages.
• Coordinate court filings, messenger services, and deliveries.
• Scan, save, and organize documents within the firm's document management system.
• Answer and direct client communications in a professional manner.
• Assist with trial preparation, binders, exhibits, and hearing materials.
• Maintain accurate records and provide general administrative support to attorneys and paralegals.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Time management

Independent work

Team collaboration

Tools

CLIO

iManage

Job description

Job Description

Horn Williamson & Collins, LLC is a growing litigation law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services while fostering a collaborative, professional, and team-oriented work environment. We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support our attorneys and paralegals in our busy Philadelphia office.

Position Summary

The Legal Assistant plays a vital role in supporting our litigation teams by managing administrative and case-related tasks. The ideal candidate is highly organized, able to prioritize multiple assignments, communicates effectively, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, revise, and format legal documents and correspondence.
• File documents with state and federal courts, including electronic filings.
• Manage attorney calendars, scheduling, and deadlines.
• Maintain electronic client files.
• Prepare mailings, labels, certified mail, and overnight packages.
• Coordinate court filings, messenger services, and deliveries.
• Scan, save, and organize documents within the firm's document management system.
• Answer and direct client communications in a professional manner.
• Assist with trial preparation, binders, exhibits, and hearing materials.
• Maintain accurate records and provide general administrative support to attorneys and paralegals.

Qualifications

• Previous legal assistant experience preferred.
• Experience supporting litigation attorneys is strongly preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with legal practice management or document management systems is a plus (CLIO and iManage).
• Professional demeanor with a strong customer service mindset.
• Dependable, proactive, and able to work independently as well as collaboratively.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• 401(k) with employer contribution.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.