Legal Assistant – Litigation Support

Job Description

Legal Assistant | O’Hagan Meyer

The Tone:
This is a full-time, in-office position at O’Hagan Meyer, with the possibility of transitioning into a hybrid work week. O’Hagan Meyer is a law firm seeking an organized and professional individual to provide vital assistance. This role supports a team of attorneys by handling case-related tasks, preparing a variety of legal documentation, and managing case files. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proficient in legal terminology, and understand electronic filing procedures in State and Federal Courts.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Greater Philadelphia

• Team: Works closely with a team of attorneys
• Mission: Provides comprehensive litigation support by organizing, preparing, and managing legal documentation and case files.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Acrobat, Odyssey, Pacer, ECF Filing Systems, iManage (preferred)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Support litigation by managing complex caseloads for multiple attorneys.
• Prepare and format legal documents including pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and correspondence in accordance with court rules.
• Execute electronic and traditional court filings for state, federal, and appellate courts.
• Maintain and monitor litigation calendars, tracking all deadlines, hearings, depositions, and trial dates.
• Assist with discovery and trial support, including document production, exhibit preparation, and organizing case files and databases.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s Degree, Paralegal Certificate, or equivalent experience with familiarity in law, legal procedures, and protocols.
• Experience: 1-2 years of prior work experience as a legal assistant, legal secretary, or a related role in litigation.
• Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Acrobat, Odyssey, Pacer, and ECF Filing Systems; exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask; strong written and oral communication skills; understanding of client confidentiality rules.
• Bonus: Previous iManage experience.