Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Lamb McErlane PC, a well-respected, full-service law firm headquartered in West Chester, PA, is currently seeking a Legal Secretary/Assistant for our Newtown Square, PA office. This position will provide administrative support to the attorneys located in this office and is not a remote or hybrid position. 5 years of previous experience as a legal secretary/assistant/paralegal is required.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Typing, editing, and compiling legal documents, correspondence, etc.
• Reviewing documents for formatting, grammar, etc.
• Transcribing handwritten documents.
• Preparing documents and filing with various courts, including multiple county e-filing systems.
• Setting up new matters according to the Firm's procedures.
• Organizing and maintaining paper and electronic files.
• Entering attorneys’ time in our billing software program, following up, and assisting with the review and approval of draft bills.
• Managing and maintaining attorneys’ calendars as required, including scheduling meetings, reserving conference rooms, etc.
• Receptionist duties such as greeting clients and vendors, answering phones, transferring calls, and following up as required. Receptionist duties are shared among the support staff in the office.
• Dealing with clients in person, by phone, and through correspondence in a professional, friendly manner.
• Collaborating with and supporting the other Newtown Square office team members and interacting with attorneys and support staff in the Firm’s headquarters and other satellite offices.

Required skills and qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in a legal office.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of programs.
• Experience entering attorney time in a billing system is required; experience with Tabs3 is a plus.
• Familiarity with standard office equipment – scanning, copying, faxing, etc.
• Effective communication skills with attorneys, co-workers, and clients – both verbal and written.
• Vested in building strong client relations, including maintaining strict confidentiality regarding all firm business.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and communicate progress to attorneys involved.
• Dependable – with a good work ethic and “can do” attitude.
• Located within a 30-minute commute distance of Newtown Square, PA.

Lamb McErlane PC will celebrate its 55th anniversary in 2026 and has been recognized as a Top Places to Work by the Philadelphia Inquirer for several years. In addition to a positive workplace culture and competitive salary based on experience and skill level, we offer the following benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401K plan with Employer Match
• Life Insurance
• And more!

Work schedule is Monday thru Friday, 9 am to 5 pm with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break (35 hours per week). This is not a hybrid or remote position. Full-time presence in the office is required.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you located within a 30-minute commute of our office in Newtown Square? This is a requirement.
• What range of hourly or annual compensation are you seeking?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• legal support: 6 years (Required)

Work Location: In person