A Litigation Legal Secretary provides secretarial and administrative work for a litigation attorney or litigation law firm. Uses specialized knowledge of legal terminology and procedures related to litigation. Organizes files, schedules meetings and manages communication to prepare for lawsuits and trials. Prepares and files documents for court cases. Works with supervision from an attorney or paralegal; may handle paralegal tasks.
Legal Secretary at Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC Legal Secretary at Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Posted in 11 days ago.
Job Description:
Beacon Hill was founded to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing. Beacon Hill Legal is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant for a long-term temporary opportunity with a well-established medical malpractice defense firm in Pittsburgh, PA . This position is primarily onsite, working five days per week in the office, though some flexibility may be available for the right candidate.
Responsibilities include:
Managing and organizing medical records and case files Drafting and partially drafting pleadings, motions, and other legal documents Assisting attorneys with discovery responses and document production Communicating directly with clients to gather information, coordinate meetings, and provide case updates Maintaining attorney calendars, tracking deadlines, and scheduling appointments Supporting case management activities throughout the litigation process Preparing, formatting, and managing documents using Adobe PDF and Microsoft OneDrive Utilizing CasePeer case management software to maintain case information and workflow
Qualifications:
Prior litigation legal assistant or paralegal experience required Medical malpractice, personal injury, or insurance defense experience strongly preferred Experience reviewing and managing large volumes of medical records Strong organizational skills and attention to detailProficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Experience with case management software; CasePeer experience is a plus Excellent written and verbal communication skills This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional seeking a long-term assignment with a respected medical malpractice firm and the chance to work closely with attorneys on active litigation matters. Trial experience is not required. Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
California residents:
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Company Profile:
Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement. Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs. Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com .
Benefits Information:
Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings. We look forward to working with you. Beacon Hill. Employing the Future (TM)