Legal Assistant
Legal
HarrisburgPA Direct Hire May 6, 2025

Job Title: Legal Assistant
 
Job Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our client and play a vital role in supporting their legal operations. This onsite, direct-hire position based in Harrisburg, PA, focuses on providing administrative and case-related support to attorneys in a fast-paced commercial litigation environment.

Compensation:

  • $57,000 to $62,000 annually, depending on experience and paralegal certification

Work Schedule:

  • Standard business hours, Monday through Friday

Key Responsibilities of the Legal Assistant:

  • Draft, proofread, and format legal documents including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and discovery responses
  • Manage electronic court filings across federal, state, and appellate courts, ensuring compliance with all deadlines and procedural rules
  • Organize and maintain case files, exhibits, correspondence, and research materials throughout the case lifecycle
  • Support trial preparation by compiling exhibits, creating trial binders, and preparing witness lists
  • Coordinate logistics for depositions, hearings, and trials
  • Conduct legal research using platforms such as Westlaw or LexisNexis to assist in case development
  • Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and third-party experts
  • Manage attorney calendars, schedule appointments, and arrange travel as needed
  • Assist with billing, time entry, and expense tracking for legal team

Qualifications and Skills for the Legal Assistant:

  • 3–5 years of experience in a legal assistant or paralegal role, with a focus on commercial litigation
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools (Westlaw, LexisNexis)
  • Strong knowledge of litigation procedures and court rules
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft professional documents and correspondence
  • Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Associate or bachelor’s degree required; paralegal certification preferred

Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a highly regarded legal team and gain hands-on experience in complex litigation support. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals in a structured, team-oriented environment where your organizational strengths and legal acumen will be valued. If you are detail-driven and ready to grow in your legal career, we encourage you to apply.

About Us:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we’ve grown from a staffing agency to a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology.

Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.

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