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We are looking for a Legal Secretary to support a fast-paced commercial litigation practice in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a detail-oriented candidate who can manage competing priorities, produce high-quality legal documents, and provide dependable administrative support from day one. The right candidate will be comfortable working in a high-volume law firm environment and confident handling scheduling, document preparation, and court-related filings.
Job Responsibility:
Coordinate attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and track court dates, deadlines, and other case-related commitments
Prepare, revise, proofread, and format legal correspondence, pleadings, briefs, and other litigation documents with a high level of accuracy
Assist with electronic filing activities in various courts and help maintain organized case records and supporting documentation
Manage administrative workflows for active matters, including document routing, dictation support, and general file maintenance
Use Microsoft Word extensively to create and edit complex legal documents that meet firm and court standards
Support legal staff in a demanding practice by prioritizing urgent requests and maintaining steady productivity under pressure
Work with legal research and document management tools, including LexisNexis and other firm systems, to support matter organization and information access
Contribute to billing-related and office support tasks as needed to help keep daily operations running smoothly
Requirements:
At least 3-5 years of experience as a Legal Secretary, with a strong background in civil litigation
Prior success in a busy law firm setting with the ability to adapt quickly and manage a substantial workload
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook and Excel
Experience handling calendaring and coordinating deadlines in a legal environment
Familiarity with document editing, proofreading, and preparing court-related filings
Ability to work accurately, stay organized, and communicate effectively with attorneys and internal staff
Nice to have:
Experience with iManage and SharePoint is highly preferred
Knowledge of billing functions, briefing support, and legal documentation processes is a plus
What we offer:
Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance