Legal Assistant

BrainWorks; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Wellness program

Job summary

BrainWorks is seeking a Legal Assistant in Pittsburgh, PA for a hybrid role. You will prepare legal documents, coordinate filings, and manage client contacts while maintaining organized case files and procedures.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, professional, and capable of handling deadlines with strong communication to attorneys and clients. BrainWorks specializes in placing exceptional legal professionals nationwide.

Qualifications

• The candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and professional with a strong client-service attitude.
• Ability to learn and follow firm protocols, manage deadlines, and communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, courts, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal documents and correspondence.
• Schedule depositions and coordinate court filings.
• Prepare invoices, expense reports, and check requests.
• Schedule meetings, mailings, and copy/printing jobs.
• Interface regularly with clients, courts, and other outside contacts.
• Open new files and close out completed matters, including coordinating file storage and retention.
• Maintain organized and accurate case files and documentation.
• Follow firm procedures and protocols while managing multiple priorities.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organized

Client-service

Communication

Job description

Legal Assistant – Pittsburgh, PA | Hybrid

Job Duties:

• Prepare legal documents and correspondence.
• Schedule depositions and coordinate court filings.
• Prepare invoices, expense reports, and check requests.
• Schedule meetings, mailings, and copy/printing jobs.
• Interface regularly with clients, courts, and other outside contacts.
• Open new files and close out completed matters, including coordinating file storage and retention.
• Maintain organized and accurate case files and documentation.
• Follow firm procedures and protocols while managing multiple priorities.

Ideal Candidate:

The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and professional, with a strong client-service attitude. The ability to learn and follow firm protocols, manage deadlines, and communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, courts, and staff is essential.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Pittsburgh, PA 15222

BrainWorks delivers superior talent to elevate business performance. Our Legal Practice specializes in placing exceptional attorneys at top law firms and corporate legal departments nationwide. From General Counsel and Partners to mid-level associates and specialized legal roles, we identify the professionals who will drive success for your organization.

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