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Keystone Collections Group

Legal Assistant

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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

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Job Description

Legal Assistant will perform administrative functions for Law Department, focusing on tax collection litigation preparation and judgment enforcement. Responsibilities will include providing administrative support to attorneys, maintain organized legal workflows, ensure timely court filings, and streamline day-to-day law firm operations. The successful candidate will be organized and motivated and able to operate under minimal supervision.
Primary Responsibilities:
Draft relevant legal pleadings including complaints, motions and writs Prepare and manage case files Answer phone calls and respond to email correspondence within a timely manner Develop and maintain a basic understanding of relevant law and internal processes Maintain attorney calendars File pleadings electronically as needed
Education:
High school diploma required; Associate degree or Paralegal/Legal Secretarial Certificate preferred
Experience:
1 - 5 years of administrative experience in a law firm or corporate legal department.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel) and e-filing portals.
Key Competencies:
Deep familiarity with legal terminology, high attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and strict confidentiality practices. •Opportunity to work a hybrid schedule following successful training.