What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Legal Assistant position at LHH?
LHH Recruitment Solutions seeking a legal assistant for a well regarded mid-sized law firm in the Pittsburgh area. This firm offers sophisticated litigation defense focused case work.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare legal files and e-filing with various courts.
- Drafting, proofreading, and transcription of various documents.
- Open and close new matters and conduct legal research.
- Assist with and edit prebills and invoices.
- Schedule depositions, meetings, etc. and manage attorney calendars.
- Assist attorneys with trial preparation
- Enter attorney time, submit and prepare expense reports, and travel arrangements.
- Assist with other various administrative duties for attorneys to help support their practice growth.
Qualifications:
- Prior law firm experience is preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Maintains confidentiality on all legal matters.
- Ability to type at least 60 WPM
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Full-time employment benefits include medical, dental, vision, term life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and reimbursement and retirement programs. Available paid leave may include paid time off, parental and holiday pay.
Salary : $50,000 - $70,000