Legal Assistant - Civil Litigation

Tucker Arensberg, P.C•Camp Hill, PA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Tucker Arensberg, P.C., a mid-sized, full-service law firm, is seeking a Legal Assistant to join the Litigation practice group in its Harrisburg office. The Legal Assistant will collaborate with shareholders and Paralegals in Civil Litigation, Family Law, and General Law practice areas, supporting a diverse client base. This role involves a range of administrative and support tasks crucial to the effective functioning of the litigation team. The firm emphasizes the development of all roles and acknowledges that responsibilities may evolve to meet client and firm needs.

Requirements

High school or equivalent
Three (3) or more years of experience as a Legal Assistant or related experience
Experience using PACER to search dockets, party information, and download pleadings.
Experience with state filings and familiarity with various county and prothonotary websites.
Excellent communication skills
Solid writing and editing skills with a focus on developing thoughtful and persuasive messaging
Ability to work in and adapt to a fast-paced work environment
Strong organizational, time management, and project management mindset
Experience with Microsoft Office Outlook, Excel, Word, and other software
Driven self-starter with a proactive approach to supporting counsel
Commitment to professionalism, cooperation, and teamwork

Nice To Haves

Experience with Lackner, and Pro Series a plus.
Experience with iManage document management system
Experience filing court documents, electronically preferred
Experience with ECF for federal court filings a plus
Paralegal certificate
Active Notary license

Responsibilities

Support attorneys and paralegals on administrative items including receiving and opening mail.
Distribute mail to the appropriate attorney.
Transcription of dictation for attorneys for correspondence, including letters to clients and engagement letters.
Complete monthly expense reports and credit card statements.
Scan and print documents.
Maintain electronic and physical client files.
Maintain attorney's calendars by setting appointments, coordinating schedules, and setting up meetings, pleadings, and electronic filing.
Answer phones and communicate with courts and prothonotaries.
Enter attorney's billable time.
Assist the support team with coverage for receptionist or other assistants.