Legal Assistant

We are looking for a dependable Legal Assistant to join a busy legal office in Butler, Pennsylvania. This role supports an attorney with a large and active caseload, helping keep daily operations organized, deadlines on track, and client communication handled professionally. The ideal candidate brings solid office experience, strong administrative skills, and the ability to stay composed while managing competing priorities in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities:

Support one attorney by coordinating daily administrative needs for a high-volume client practice. Organize calendars, appointments, and follow-up tasks to help maintain an efficient workflow. Prepare, format, and manage legal and administrative documents with accuracy and attention to detail. Assist with court-related paperwork, including electronic submissions and filing processes as needed. Monitor deadlines and prioritize urgent matters to ensure time-sensitive work is completed promptly. Communicate professionally with clients and internal contacts to help maintain clear and timely information flow. Keep files, records, and case-related materials orderly and accessible in a fast-paced office setting. At least 1 year of office experience is required; prior legal experience is helpful but not necessary. Entry-level candidates with administrative or office-based experience are encouraged to apply. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Fast and accurate typing skills with confidence using a keyboard efficiently. Ability to perform well under pressure and meet frequent deadlines. Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail. Comfortable balancing multiple responsibilities while supporting a busy attorney. Experience with electronic filing is a plus, and training will be available. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .