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Northwestern Legal Services

Support Staff

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $29,120/yr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Erie, PA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/22/2026

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What they do

A Legal Secretary provides secretarial work that requires specialized knowledge of legal terminology and procedures. Prepares documents such as subpoenas or summonses and assists with legal research. Works with supervision from an attorney or paralegal.

$50,246 / year median in Pennsylvania

-31% projected decline

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Job Description

Support Staff at Northwestern Legal Services Support Staff at Northwestern Legal Services in Erie, Pennsylvania Posted in 22 days ago.

Job Description:

Northwest Legal Services is seeking qualified & diverse applicants for one (1) full-time (35 hrs/wk) Support Staff position in our Erie, PA office. We are a PA nonprofit legal aid organization providing free civil legal services to low-income people with civil legal issues in 10 northwestern counties of PA. Job duties include clerical activities such as interacting with the public, answering phones & making calls, managing appointments, maintaining a client database, making referrals, drafting & mailing letters, and providing general office & attorney support. Applicants should have basic typing & computer skills & be able to maintain professionalism & tact while dealing with a variety of different clients & staff. Knowledge of MS Word, Outlook & Excel is expected. The ability to speak Spanish is a plus.

Starting annual salary:

$29,120+. Salary increases with prior relevant experience & skills. We offer

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benefits, including health, dental & vision insurance, vacation, personal & sick time, 12.5 paid holiday per yr & employer 401(k) contributions. Employment currently qualifies for federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness. We are an EEO Employer. Applicants must submit a detailed cover letter, resume, and minimum of two (2) references to contact@nwls.org to be considered or apply online: nwls.org/legal-careers. recblid vms71t9ng31eihqdoxnn0x0z2f384b