Job Description
Job DescriptionWe are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join our team on a contract basis in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This role requires a focused individual with expertise in litigation support and administrative tasks, ensuring smooth operations within a legal environment. If you have experience handling e-filings, managing calendars, and supporting attorneys in complex litigation cases, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities:
• Prepare and manage legal documents, including court filings and e-filings, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Coordinate and maintain attorneys’ schedules, including calendar management and meeting arrangements.
• Transcribe dictation and draft correspondence for legal cases and other communications.
• Provide administrative support for complex business, employment, and defense litigation matters.
• Organize case files and maintain detailed records to support ongoing legal processes.
• Communicate with court personnel and clients to facilitate case progression and resolve inquiries.
• Assist in preparing materials for hearings, trials, and depositions.
• Implement labor law and litigation procedures as required.
• Utilize Filevine software to manage and update case information effectively.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Legal Secretary, preferably in litigation.
• Proficiency in e-filing and court filing procedures.
• Strong skills in calendar management and scheduling.
• At least 2 years with Filevine
• Ability to transcribe dictation and draft precise legal correspondence.
• Experience in supporting complex litigation, including business, employment, and defense cases.
• Familiarity with labor law processes and terminology.
• Proficiency in using Filevine or similar case management software.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.