Legal Assistant

Job Title: Legal Assistant – Litigation

Location: West Chester, PA

Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Compensation: $55,000 – $65,000

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k

Our client is a well-established, full-service law firm individuals and businesses across Pennsylvania and Delaware. Recognized repeatedly as a Top Workplace and home to numerous Super Lawyers honorees.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and wants to work alongside experienced litigators on a wide variety of matters.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide overflow administrative and litigation support to all attorneys within the litigation department
• Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents including correspondence, pleadings, motions, and discovery materials
• Manage and organize case files, both physical and electronic, ensuring accuracy and accessibility
• Calendar and track deadlines, court dates, hearings, and filing requirements
• Coordinate e-filing in Pennsylvania courts and assist with court submissions
• Handle attorney scheduling, communications, and correspondence
• Process and track legal billing using TABS; manage documents through iManage
• Assist with document review, copying, scanning, and distribution
• Liaise with clients, courts, and opposing counsel in a professional manner
• Support attorneys with trial preparation and related tasks as needed

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a law firm setting — required
• Litigation experience strongly preferred
• Strong familiarity with legal document preparation, court procedures, and e-filing
• Proficiency with TABS and/or iManage a plus — not required
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professional, team-oriented demeanor with a proactive attitude
• High school diploma required; additional legal education a plus