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Litigation Legal Assistant

United States, Canonsburg · Job Posted June 28, 2026
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Our client is currently seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support a busy team of 3 attorneys in Pennsylvania. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented candidate who thrives in a fast-paced law firm environment and enjoys keeping case activity organized and moving forward. The role offers the chance to work closely with attorneys on defense litigation matters while contributing to a collaborative and organized office setting.

Job Responsibility

  • Prepare, review, and submit PA court filings through electronic filing systems while ensuring compliance with court rules and deadlines
  • Maintain attorney calendars by coordinating hearings, depositions, meetings, and other case-related commitments
  • Provide day-to-day administrative and case support to attorneys handling litigation matters
  • Organize pleadings, correspondence, discovery materials, and other legal documents to keep files accurate and current
  • Track key case dates and follow up on upcoming deadlines to help the litigation team stay on schedule
  • Communicate with courts, clients, opposing counsel, and outside parties in a timely and organized manner
  • Assist with the preparation of materials for trials, mediations, depositions, and other litigation events

Requirements

  • At least 5 years of experience in a legal assistant or legal secretary role supporting litigation matters
  • Hands-on experience with electronic court filing processes and related documentation requirements
  • Strong calendar management skills with the ability to handle multiple competing deadlines
  • Prior experience providing direct support to attorneys in a defense litigation environment

What we offer

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