Legal Assistant

Weber Gallagher

. Provide administrative and litigation support to assigned attorneys .

Posted 10/31/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in providing administrative and litigation support, including proficiency in legal document preparation, electronic filing, and docket management. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for effectively managing multiple attorneys and meeting critical deadlines.

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Legal Assistant ExperienceLitigation ProceduresCourt FilingsMicrosoft Office Suite ProficiencyDocket Management

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Hard Skills

Document PreparationProofreadingDocument FormattingElectronic FilingCalendar ManagementDeadline MonitoringExhibit PreparationTrial Binder OrganizationScheduling DepositionsAdministrative Support

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAttention to DetailTime ManagementWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Industry Keywords

Defense LitigationLaw Firm ExperiencePennsylvania Court ProceduresNew Jersey Litigation ExperienceClient CommunicationCourt Personnel InteractionOpposing Counsel CoordinationCase-Related MattersLegal Document ManagementCase Files Organization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide administrative and litigation support to assigned attorneys
Prepare, revise, format, and proofread correspondence, pleadings, motions, and other legal documents
Assist with electronic filing of documents with state and federal courts
Maintain attorney calendars and docket deadlines, including court appearances, depositions, and other case-related dates
Organize and maintain electronic case files and documents
Assist with scheduling depositions, meetings, conferences, and other case-related matters
Prepare and organize materials for depositions, hearings, and trials, including exhibits and trial binders
Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, experts, and other parties as needed
Monitor deadlines and provide reminders to attorneys as appropriate
Provide additional administrative support and perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of Legal Assistant experience, preferably supporting attorneys in a defense litigation environment
Prior law firm experience strongly preferred
Experience with litigation procedures, court filings, and docket management
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently while effectively supporting multiple attorneys
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
Strong proofreading, document formatting, and administrative skills
Prior experience handling Pennsylvania state and federal court filings and procedures
New Jersey litigation experience is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salaries
Bonuses
Generous benefits
401K
Medical
Remote work flexibility