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We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a busy legal team in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys and paralegals on federal court matters in a collaborative office environment. The ideal candidate brings prior experience in a legal setting, strong organizational skills, and confidence handling electronic court filings and daily administrative support.
Job Responsibility:
Prepare, review, and submit electronic filings for matters in federal court with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness
Maintain attorney calendars by coordinating hearings, deadlines, meetings, and other case-related schedules
Provide day-to-day administrative support to attorneys and paralegals, helping keep case files organized and work moving efficiently
Draft, format, and revise legal correspondence, court documents, and other materials using Microsoft Office applications
Track case activity and manage legal documents to ensure records are current, accessible, and properly filed
Assist with matters related to white collar criminal defense when needed, while supporting a broader range of legal work across the office
Work closely with the team during onboarding and training to ensure a smooth transition of responsibilities into the role
Requirements:
At least 1 year of experience in a legal assistant or legal office support role
Hands-on experience with electronic court filing, including e-filing in a federal court environment
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and maintain accurate calendars in a fast-paced legal setting
Excellent organizational skills with careful attention to detail and document accuracy
Prior exposure to white collar criminal defense is preferred, but not required
A paralegal certificate is not required for this position
Nice to have:
Prior exposure to white collar criminal defense is preferred, but not required