Job Description
SEO Friendly Job Title: Experienced Litigation Legal Assistant for Philadelphia Law Firm
H1 Heading: Join Our Team as a Litigation Legal Assistant in Philadelphia
H2 Heading: Responsibilities and Requirements for Our Litigation Legal Assistant Position
Law Firm Seeking Experienced Litigation Legal Assistant in Philadelphia
Eckert Seamans, a Full-Service National Law Firm in Philadelphia, is Hiring a Litigation Legal Assistant
Join a Dynamic Team as a Litigation Legal Assistant in Philadelphia
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- Full-Service National Law Firm Seeking Litigation Legal Assistant in Philadelphia - Competitive Salary and Benefits Package Offered - Opportunity for Growth and Advancement in a Reputable Law Firm - Proactive and Solution-Oriented Work Environment - Strong Reputation and History of Success for Over 65 Years - Work with a Network of 300 Lawyers Across 15 Offices - Utilize Your Legal Knowledge and Organizational Skills in a Fast-Paced Environment
Responsibilities:
- Preparation of legal documents, including letters, correspondence, briefs, and pleadings - Submission of clerical and administrative forms, such as check requests and expense reports - Coordination of communication, including conference calls and video conferences - Preparation of mailings and coordination of document jobs with Office Services - Daily monitoring of deadlines, calendars, voicemails, and phone answering for attorneys - Trial preparation and support as requested by attorneys - Maintenance of client files and assistance with opening and closing client matters - General assistance to the legal support team as needed
Requirements:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills - Organizational skills and attention to detail - Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask effectively - Understanding of legal terminology and state and federal procedures - Proficiency with Microsoft Office365, Adobe, and document management systems - Aptitude for learning new applications and processes - Minimum two years of experience as an assistant, preferably in a law firm environment - High school degree or equivalent required; college degree preferred
Benefits:
- Generous PTO and holiday schedule - Medical, vision, and dental insurance - Hybrid work schedule options - Commuter benefits - Paid parental leave - 401k plan
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer - Ability to stand, walk, carry, push, pull, reach, stoop, bend, twist, crouch, grasp, and kneel
Travel Expectation:
- None
Eckert Seamans is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in our workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, or any protected military or veteran status.
Please note that we do not accept resumes from external agencies or recruiters unless specifically requested and approved by an HR/Recruiting representative for this position. Prior approval is required even if the agency or recruiter has an agreement in place with Eckert Seamans. Any submissions without prior approval will not be considered and will not be compensated in any way.
