Litigation Support Specialist I - 3+ Yrs Experience - Scranton, PA

Marshall Dennehey•Scranton, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Marshall Dennehey is seeking a full-time Litigation Support Specialist I with at least three years of experience for its Scranton, Pennsylvania office. The role provides administrative and operational support to legal teams, assisting lawyers and legal professionals with document preparation, case management, client communication, and other case-related and administrative work. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of legal terminology and procedures.

Requirements

At least 3 years of administrative law firm experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple deadlines, and work effectively under pressure.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Discretion and respect for the confidentiality of sensitive information.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal software applications.
Strong knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and documentation.

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings and correspondence, ensuring accuracy and adherence to formatting guidelines.
Assist with case management, including maintaining legal files and databases such as medical record subpoena charts, organizing documents, maintaining electronic and physical files, and tracking deadlines and court appearances.
Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and experts to schedule appointments, relay messages, and provide case-status updates as directed by attorneys.
Conduct case-related fact investigation at the direction of an attorney and/or paralegal.
Provide administrative support, including managing calendars, scheduling meetings, preparing expense reports, and handling incoming calls and correspondence; reassign these tasks to the administrative assistant and/or project assistant on the team when appropriate.
Record billable hours and assist with processing vendor invoices.
Prepare and file legal documents with courts at the direction of attorneys.
Assist in ensuring compliance with client guidelines.
Use legal software and technology for document management, e-discovery, and case tracking, and provide technical support to legal staff as needed.
Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and other legal support staff to facilitate efficient workflow and communication.