Legal Assistant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a litigation team handling substantial plaintiff personal injury and medical malpractice matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent position is ideal for someone who is comfortable managing case-related administrative work, maintaining consistent communication, and helping attorneys keep matters organized and moving forward. The role offers close collaboration with legal staff, including coordination with a litigation paralegal on overlapping tasks, while using tools such as NEOS and Microsoft Office to support daily operations.

Responsibilities:

• Organize attorney calendars and arrange meetings, depositions, and other case-related appointments to keep deadlines and schedules on track.

• Prepare, submit, and track court filings, including electronic filings, while ensuring documents meet procedural and formatting requirements.

• Request, obtain, and manage medical, legal, and other case records needed to support active matters.

• Communicate with clients to provide updates, gather information, and ensure timely follow-up on outstanding items.

• Coordinate with expert witnesses and outside parties to support scheduling, documentation, and case preparation needs.

• Maintain accurate case information and supporting documentation within case management systems, including NEOS.

• Partner with attorneys and the litigation paralegal on shared tasks that support case progression before and during litigation.

• Create, revise, and format correspondence, legal documents, and internal materials using Microsoft Office applications.

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