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A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
$68,904 / year median in Pennsylvania
-1% projected decline
Job Description
Legal Assistant - 108496
State College, PA
1 DAYS AGO
22897200
Summary
State College, PA
In-Person
$47000.00 per Year
2 Years Experience
Bachelor's degree
No Commission
40.00 hours per week / Day Shift / Full-Time / Hours May Vary
Description Legal Assistant - 108496 Are you an organized, detail-oriented professional who enjoys supporting attorneys and working in a fast-paced legal environment? The HR Office is seeking a Legal Assistant for our client, a local law firm in State College. This position will provide administrative and legal support, with a primary focus on family law matters including divorce, custody, and support. The ideal candidate will be professional, organized, and comfortable communicating with clients, attorneys, and other professionals while handling confidential information with discretion.
Schedule:
Full-time (in-office)
Pay:
$47,000+/year (based on experience)
•This is a direct hire position with benefits. Responsibilities Prepare pleadings and other legal documents, primarily for family law matters
Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, and other professionals by phone and email
Draft correspondence, cover letters, memoranda, and other documents
Organize, file, scan, and electronically save legal documents and work product
Witness and notarize legal documents
Conduct basic legal research relating to Pennsylvania rules of procedure and statutes
Provide general administrative and legal support to attorneys and the office as needed Qualifications Previous legal office or legal assistant experience preferred
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational and attention-to-detail skills
Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer applications
Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently
Familiarity with Pennsylvania legal procedures or family law is a plus
Notary Public commission or willingness to obtain one is a plus Interested? If you're organized, detail-oriented, and enjoy supporting both attorneys and clients in a professional legal environment, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your resume or contact The HR Office at 814-238-3750 to be considered for the Legal Assistant opportunity. Additional Details How To Identify Potential Job Scams