Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Want to be an essential part of a litigation team? Paralegal wanted to work primarily for partner at small downtown Pittsburgh litigation firm ranked in Best Law Firms and Chambers. Must welcome responsibility and be comfortable in fast-paced, professional office environment. Some office management (bookkeeping, billing) possible.

Responsibilities:

• Organize and maintain case records
• File pleadings in court, usually electronically
• Arrange for service of process and other documents
• Schedule court reporters and depositions
• Maintain litigation calendar
• Perform basic legal research such as cite-checking on Westlaw
• Draft basic correspondence and motions
• Assist in written discovery requests and responses as directed
• Review discovery materials as directed
• Use ESI discovery software (which includes importing, reviewing and exporting data)
• Summarize testimony
• Develop demonstrative exhibits for trial
• Attend trial as part of litigation team
• Administrative duties such as arranging travel and submitting expenses
• Billing duties (Clio software)

Qualifications:

• Paralegal certification and/or at least 3 years’ employment at law firm, or similar education or work experience, is required
• Adept with Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Working knowledge of e-discovery tools such as Digital War Room
• Office management experience, including electronic billing, is a plus
• Available for 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. schedule, with flexibility for occasional paid overtime
• Ability to handle multiple assignments and prioritize
• Proficient in spelling and proofreading
• Positive attitude and professional appearance at all times

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• 18 days per year Paid Time Off (vacation & sick time), plus standard holidays
• Employer-funded profit-sharing plan participation
• Opportunity for overtime pay
• Competitive pay commensurate with experience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Profit sharing
• Retirement plan

Ability to Commute:

• Pittsburgh, PA 15219 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Pittsburgh, PA 15219: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person