Litigation Assistant: Dynamic Legal Support Specialist

Morgan & Morgan; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Morgan & Morgan is seeking a qualified Litigation Assistant to join our team. The candidate will support the day-to-day operations of the law firm and assist the legal team in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, excellent problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills. The role emphasizes on-site collaboration and professional document management within a busy litigation setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree in paralegal studies, paralegal certificate, or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least 2 years of administrative assistant experience, ideally in a law firm or corporate legal dept.
• Experience in Personal Injury or related practice areas preferred.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication; proficient in calendar management for depositions, mediations, and hearings.
• Knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, and litigation procedures.
• Highly organized with attention to detail and document management.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook; typing speed ≥35 wpm.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties such as scheduling calendar hearings and deadlines, organizing case files, and managing logistics.
• Maintain pleadings and discovery indexes.
• Organize exhibits, documents, and appendices; manage paper/electronic filing systems.
• Improve administrative processes for efficient workflow.
• Collect and organize evidence for attorney review and case preparation.
• Draft and proofread correspondence and legal documents.
• Research regulations and laws to aid reports, case files, and advice.
• Manage client billing and resolve billing issues with billing attorney.

Skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Strong writing

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates degree or paralegal certification or Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Typing 35 wpm

Job description

Morgan & Morgan is seeking a qualified Litigation Assistant to join our team. The candidate will support the day-to-day operations of the law firm and assist the legal team in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, excellent problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills. The role emphasizes on-site collaboration and professional document management within a busy litigation setting.