Legal Assistant/Secretary

Leoforce; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Job summary

Leoforce in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a dynamic Legal Assistant/Secretary to support our legal team. You will manage administrative tasks, prepare legal documents, and provide litigation support in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants should have 5+ years of experience in legal support, strong calendar management, research, and drafting skills, plus proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal research tools. This contract-to-hire role offers growth and exposure to high-stakes cases.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a legal secretary, paralegal, or similar role in the legal industry.
• Proficient in litigation support, legal procedures, protocols, and court systems.
• Excellent calendaring skills managing multiple schedules and deadlines.
• Strong ability to draft and proof legal documents.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with stakeholders.
• High professionalism and discretion with sensitive information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research software.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive litigation support, including preparing and filing court documents and managing case files.
• Manage the legal team's calendar, schedule meetings, court dates, and deadlines with smooth execution.
• Draft and proofread legal documents and correspondence for accuracy and professionalism.
• Conduct legal research and summarize laws, court decisions, and authorities for proceedings.
• Liaise with clients, court officials, and other legal professionals professionally.
• Maintain an organized filing system for important case documents.
• Assist in preparing billing and budget reports and track billable hours.

Skills

Litigation support

Calendar management

Legal research

Legal document drafting

Communication

Confidentiality

MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Legal research software

Westlaw/Legal databases

Job description

Legal Assistant/Secretary

Philadelphia, PA, US

Job Description

Experience: Mid Level
Salary: $35 - $40 per hour

Job Details

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Legal Secretary to join our high-performing team. As a Legal Secretary, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our legal team by managing administrative tasks, preparing legal documents, and providing expert litigation support. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional who is passionate about the legal industry and is looking to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

1. Providing comprehensive litigation support, including preparing and filing court documents, managing case files, and assisting with trial preparation.
2. Managing the legal team's calendar, scheduling meetings, court dates, and deadlines, ensuring that all appointments are executed smoothly and efficiently.
3. Drafting and proofreading legal documents and correspondence, ensuring all materials are accurate and professionally presented.
4. Conducting legal research, summarizing laws, court decisions, and other legal authorities for use in legal proceedings.
5. Liaising with clients, court officials, and other legal professionals in a professional and courteous manner.
6. Maintaining an organized filing system of all important case documents and related information.
7. Assisting in the preparation of billing and budget reports, tracking billable hours, and ensuring timely submission of invoices.

Qualifications

1. A minimum of 5+ years of experience as a legal secretary, paralegal, or in a similar role within the legal industry.
2. Profound knowledge of litigation support, legal procedures, protocols, and court systems.
3. Exceptional calendaring skills, with the ability to manage multiple schedules and deadlines.
4. Strong proficiency in legal research and drafting legal documents.
5. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders.
6. High level of professionalism and confidentiality, with the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
7. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and legal research software.

A bit about us

We are a prominent firm based out of PA

Why join us?

Contract to hire

Benefits offered

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k

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