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Litigation Legal Assistant

Litigation Legal Assistant

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Jackie Cepicka
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Jackie Cepicka
emailjackie@proxylegalsearch.com
phone412-701-9035
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SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Proxy Legal Staffing & Search Group has partnered with a reputable Pittsburgh law firm to identify a Litigation Legal Assistant! this is an in-person position.

Overview

This position provides comprehensive administrative and legal support throughout all stages of civil litigation, from case intake through resolution. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Draft, format, and file pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence in state and federal courts
  • Manage attorney calendars, including hearings, depositions, mediations, and trial dates
  • Track litigation deadlines and court requirements
  • Assist with discovery, including document management, review, and production
  • Prepare and file bankruptcy-related documents and monitor dockets (if applicable)
  • Maintain electronic and physical case files
  • E-file and serve legal documents
  • Communicate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and vendors
  • Enter attorney time
  • Prepare forms, check requests, and intake documentation
  • Other duties as needed.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of legal assistant or administrative experience required
  • Litigation experience required; bankruptcy experience preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Experience with e-filing systems and document management tools (NetDocuments a plus)
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage multiple deadlines
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13th May 2026
Proxy Legal
Litigation Legal Assistant

Proxy Legal Staffing & Search Group has partnered with a reputable Pittsburgh law firm to identify a Litigation Legal Assistant! this is an in-person position.

Overview

This position provides comprehensive administrative and legal support throughout all stages of civil litigation, from case intake through resolution. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Draft, format, and file pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence in state and federal courts
  • Manage attorney calendars, including hearings, depositions, mediations, and trial dates
  • Track litigation deadlines and court requirements
  • Assist with discovery, including document management, review, and production
  • Prepare and file bankruptcy-related documents and monitor dockets (if applicable)
  • Maintain electronic and physical case files
  • E-file and serve legal documents
  • Communicate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and vendors
  • Enter attorney time
  • Prepare forms, check requests, and intake documentation
  • Other duties as needed.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of legal assistant or administrative experience required
  • Litigation experience required; bankruptcy experience preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Experience with e-filing systems and document management tools (NetDocuments a plus)
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage multiple deadlines
/ year
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
1th May 2026
Proxy Legal
Legal Assistant

Proxy Legal Staffing & Search is partnering with a reputable law firm in the Pittsburgh market seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to support a busy litigation practice. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their legal career who is looking to gain hands-on experience and grow within a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide day-to-day administrative and legal support to litigation attorneys
  • Draft, format, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and correspondence
  • Manage and maintain case files (electronic and physical)
  • Coordinate filings in state and federal courts (including e-filing)
  • Track deadlines and maintain attorney calendars
  • Assist with discovery, including organizing documents and preparing responses
  • Schedule depositions, hearings, and client meetings
  • Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel as needed

Qualifications:

  • 1–3 years of prior law firm experience, with a focus on litigation
  • Familiarity with court rules and filing procedures (state and/or federal)
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with legal software is a plus
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

What’s Offered:

  • Competitive compensation based on experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunity for growth and development within the firm
  • Supportive, team-oriented work environment
/ year
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
1th May 2026
Paralegal
Proxy Legal
Litigation Paralegal

Proxy Legal Staffing & Search Group has partnered with a growing firm to find a litigation paralegal!

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage all litigation support functions including electronic filing, docketing, case management, and deadline tracking.

  • Maintain organized case files and materials using litigation support platforms and relevant legal technologies.

  • Support e-Discovery workflows from collection to production, including document review management and data analytics.

  • Review case documents and transcripts to identify key facts, create issue outlines, and prepare for hearings or trial.

  • Draft and edit legal documents including subpoenas, correspondence, memoranda, and assist with motions, pleadings, and discovery.

  • Conduct advanced online research and apply investigative strategies to aid case development.

  • Assist with client and third-party communications as needed.

  • Provide logistical and substantive support during mediations, arbitrations, and trials.

  • Other tasks and projects as required.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree and paralegal certification strongly preferred.

  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in litigation support.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

  • Experience with litigation support software.

  • Strong working knowledge of federal and state court rules and e-filing platforms (e.g., PACER, CM/ECF, state-level e-filing systems).

  • Familiarity with trial preparation and courtroom presentation tools is a plus.

/ year
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
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