Duane Morris LLP · 6 hours ago
Legal Assistant
Pittsburgh, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expDuane Morris LLP is a global law firm with over 900 attorneys, offering solutions to legal and business challenges. The Trial Legal Assistant will provide support in litigation and trial preparation, managing documents, court filings, and client communications while anticipating attorney needs throughout case management.
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Responsibilities
Draft, edit, and proofread pleadings, discovery, motions, and correspondence, ensuring compliance with court rules and deadlines
Electronically file documents in State and Federal Courts, including last-minute and complex filings
Manage and monitor attorney calendars, court deadlines, and schedules, ensuring reminders and updates are communicated proactively
Handle client communications and serve as a liaison between clients, courts, and internal teams with professionalism
Organize and maintain case files (both electronic and physical), including discovery and trial binders
Assist in trial preparation: prepare exhibit lists, witness files, coordinate logistics, and provide on-site trial when needed
Process incoming and outgoing mail; coordinate with couriers and overnight delivery services to meet filing and service deadlines
Arrange attorney travel and prepare detailed, accurate expense reports
Accurately record billable time and assist with timekeeping and billing processes
Greet clients and visitors, maintaining the highest level of discretion and confidentiality
Familiarity with Big Hand or other digital dictation technology software
Collaborate closely with other legal assistants, paralegals, and administrative staff to support case teams and balance workloads. Provide overflow administrative assistance as needed. Perform other duties as requested by attorneys or the Office Manager
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5 years of legal assistant experience, with at least 3 years focused on litigation and trial support in a large law firm environment
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and legal technology tools (iManage/FileSite, e-filing platforms, time entry systems)
Ability to type and transcribe at a minimum of 70 w.p.m. with accuracy
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft and edit legal documents and correspondence with precision
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple high-priority tasks and meet strict deadlines
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions
Flexibility to work overtime as needed for trial schedules and case deadlines
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare, dental, vision, and prescription plans.
Commuter, HSA and FSA spending accounts.
Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance coverage
401k and Pension Plan
22 PTO days, 11 paid holidays
Employee Referral Bonus ($3,000)
Company
Duane Morris LLP
Duane Morris LLP, a law firm with more than 900 attorneys in offices across the United States and internationally, is asked by a broad array of clients to provide innovative solutions to today's legal and business challenges.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$13.6M2018-06-05Series Unknown· $13.6M
Leadership Team
Alex Karasik
Partner
Damon Vocke
Partner, Head of Corporate & Regulatory Insurance Litigation
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