Legal Administrative Assistant in Pittsburgh

Job Description

gpac (The #1 Recruiting Firm in the Nation) is partnering with a fast-growing, award-winning law firm in the Pittsburgh metro area to identify a sharp and experienced Legal Administrative Assistant for its Litigation and Estate Planning team.

This is a full-time, in-office role offering a long-term growth opportunity and the chance to work with some of the most respected attorneys in the region. The firm boasts a culture of professionalism, collaboration, and work-life balance.

Position Overview:

You’ll provide key administrative support to a small team of litigators and a trusts & estates attorney. Ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in precision and client service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support 2 litigation attorneys and 1 estate/trust attorney
• Calendar management, court deadline tracking, and NetDocuments usage
• Filing pleadings/discovery, assembling trial binders, summarizing depositions
• Legal research and document drafting
• Interfacing with courts, clients, and opposing counsel
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and LexisNexis
• Ability to multitask and manage time-sensitive tasks

Ideal Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience as a litigation legal assistant or legal secretary
• Background in litigation required; estate/trust experience a bonus
• Organized, detail-oriented, and confident communicator
• Comfortable working independently or in a collaborative team setting

Compensation & Benefits:

• 15 PTO days/year (plus 3 carryover days allowed) and paid holidays
• 401(k) with firm participation
• Group medical, dental, and vision plans

Interested?

If you're ready to join a dynamic firm known for its growth and team environment, reach out to Chad Calcaterra at gpac or send your resume directly for confidential consideration.

📩 Email: chad.calcaterra@gogpac.com
📞 Phone: (605) 401-6992

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.