Paralegal - Litigation

Tucker Arensberg, P.C.; West Fairview (PA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Dental Vision plans

Life Insurance

Disability plans

Flexible Spending Account

Profit Sharing 401k

Paid Time Off

Lateral Attorney Referral Program

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Tucker Arensberg, P.C. seeks a Paralegal to join the Business Litigation group in our Harrisburg office. The role supports shareholders and other paralegals across Family Law and General Law with drafting, filing, and client communications.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of paralegal experience, PACER proficiency, and strong writing skills. The firm offers competitive compensation, robust benefits, and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of Paralegal experience.
• Experience using PACER to search dockets and download pleadings.
• Experience with state filings and county/prothonotary websites.
• Excellent communication and strong writing/editing skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Familiarity with Lackner and Pro Series is a plus.
• Experience with ECF for federal court filings is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Draft legal documents and file them in state and federal systems (PACER/CM/ECF).
• Manage multiple assignments and deadlines daily/weekly/long-term.
• Direct client contact and relationship management.
• Interact with courts, opposing counsel, and third parties.
• Draft, review, and oversee correspondence, research, and emails.
• Coordinate hearing schedules and maintain calendars.
• Collaborate with Chief Compliance Officer on data security and policy.

Skills

Paralegal experience 2+ years

Excellent communication skills

Strong writing and editing skills

Fast-paced work environment

Organizational, time management, andPM

PACER familiarity

State filings familiarity

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word

Lackner Pro Series experience

ECF for federal filings

Education

Paralegal certificate

Notary license

Tools

PACER system

iManage

ECF filings

Job description

ABOUT OUR FIRM

Tucker Arensberg, P.C., is a mid-sized, full-service law firm that has been ranked among the Best Law Firms in the country, according to the Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms" 2026 rankings. With attorneys and affiliates in Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, and Beaver, Pennsylvania, New York City, Cleveland, Ohio, Charleston, West Virginia, and the San Francisco Bay area*, the firm has served the needs of businesses and individuals since 1900. In every engagement we undertake, we are driven as advocates, counselors, and partners to help our clients through whatever legal issues they may face. We are ranked as the 10th largest law firm in Pittsburgh according to the 2025-2026 Pittsburgh Business Times Book of Lists.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a Paralegal to join the Business Litigation practice group in our Harrisburg office. The associate will work closely with shareholders and Paralegals in Family Law and General Law practice areas on the full spectrum of clients. Some of the key anticipated responsibilities are listed below:

• Assignments as directed by attorneys within the Firm involving the drafting of legal documents, the filing of documents within both the state's filing system and the federal and PACER (CM/ECF) system.
• Managing multiple assignments and deadlines on a daily/weekly/long-term basis.
• Handle direct client contact and relationship management.
• Direct interaction with the Court, and, at times, opposing counsel and other third parties.
• Draft, review and oversee the execution of correspondence, research, reports, and email communication.
• Coordinate the scheduling of hearings and other matters, as well as the maintenance of group and attorney calendars.
• Work with Chief Compliance Officer on data security, privacy, policy making, and client-facing audits.

Please note that we champion the development of all roles. This job description is not designed to contain comprehensive listing of all responsibilities, as they may change to meet the ongoing needs of clients and the firm.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school or equivalent
• Two (2) or more years of experience as a Paralegal or related experience
• Experience using PACER to search dockets, party information, and download pleadings.
• Experience with state filings and familiarity with various county and prothonotary websites.
• Excellent communication skills
• Solid writing and editing skills with a focus on developing thoughtful and persuasive messaging
• Ability to work in and adapt to a fast-paced work environment
• Strong organizational, time management, and project management mindset
• Experience with Lackner, and Pro Series a plus.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Outlook, Excel, Word, and other software
• Driven self-starter with a proactive approach to supporting counsel
• Commitment to professionalism, cooperation, and teamwork

BENEFICIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with iManage document management system
• Experience filing court documents, electronically preferred
• Experience with ECF for federal court filings a plus
• Paralegal certificate
• Active Notary license

WHAT TUCKER ARENSBERG WILL DO FOR YOU

Tucker Arensberg continually strives to develop its talent internally. The firm fosters the growth of its team and encourages ongoing professional development opportunities.

In addition to a rewarding career and competitive compensation and bonus opportunities, Tucker will provide access to company benefit plans including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for individual and family
• Company paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability plans
• Flexible Spending Account
• Profit Sharing 401k Plan
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Lateral Attorney Referral Program
• Tuition Assistance

Tucker Arensberg, P.C. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tucker Arensberg, P.C., is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic predisposition, or carrier status, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable, federal, state, and local law.