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

Marshall Dennehey•Scranton, PA

4d•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, including assistance with document preparation, case management, client communication, and related legal and administrative work. The position requires strong organization and attention to detail, along with 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, for accuracy and compliance with formatting guidelines.
Assist with case files and legal databases, including medical record subpoena charts; organize documents, maintain electronic and physical files, and track 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 assistance, 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 tools 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 within the legal department.