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United States, Philadelphia Employment contract · Job Posted June 28, 2026
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We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a litigation team handling substantial plaintiff personal injury and medical malpractice matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent position is ideal for someone who is comfortable managing case-related administrative work, maintaining consistent communication, and helping attorneys keep matters organized and moving forward. The role offers close collaboration with legal staff, including coordination with a litigation paralegal on overlapping tasks, while using tools such as NEOS and Microsoft Office to support daily operations.

Job Responsibility

  • Organize attorney calendars and arrange meetings, depositions, and other case-related appointments to keep deadlines and schedules on track
  • Prepare, submit, and track court filings, including electronic filings, while ensuring documents meet procedural and formatting requirements
  • Request, obtain, and manage medical, legal, and other case records needed to support active matters
  • Communicate with clients to provide updates, gather information, and ensure timely follow-up on outstanding items
  • Coordinate with expert witnesses and outside parties to support scheduling, documentation, and case preparation needs
  • Maintain accurate case information and supporting documentation within case management systems, including NEOS
  • Partner with attorneys and the litigation paralegal on shared tasks that support case progression before and during litigation
  • Create, revise, and format correspondence, legal documents, and internal materials using Microsoft Office applications

Requirements

  • At least 2 years of experience in a Legal Assistant role supporting civil litigation or personal injury matters
  • Hands-on experience with court filings and electronic filing procedures
  • Strong calendar management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple schedules and deadlines
  • Familiarity with client communication, record collection, and deposition scheduling in a legal environment
  • Working knowledge of case management software such as NEOS and proficiency with Microsoft Office
  • Ability to manage detailed case support work for complex matters rather than high-volume administrative processing
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow through on time-sensitive tasks

What we offer

  • medical
  • vision
  • dental
  • life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
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