O'Hagan Meyer

Defends businesses in lawsuits and workplace disputes

Legal Assistant 3

Legal Counsel & Legal SupportConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timePhiladelphia, PA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree, Paralegal Certificate, or equivalent experience is required.
At least 3 years of prior experience as a legal assistant, legal secretary, or in a related litigation role is required.
Knowledge of the listed court and filing venues is required, including the U.S. District Courts for the District of New Jersey and the Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania Superior Court and Supreme Court; and the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas and surrounding counties.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Odyssey, PACER, and ECF filing systems is required.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask are required.
Strong written and oral communication skills are required.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team is required.
Understanding of client confidentiality rules is required.

Responsibilities

Provide administrative support to lawyers in preparing, reviewing, and filing legal documents such as briefs, appeals, complaints, and answers.
Communicate with clients about case proceedings.
Locate, develop, and manage case-related information.
Draft legal documents, including pleadings, discovery, motions, and briefs.
Coordinate with legal experts and serve as a liaison for involved parties.
Schedule and prepare materials for court appearances.
Create and maintain organizational systems for each case to assist attorneys with case preparation.
Assist attorneys with trial preparation, develop trial exhibits, and review and organize documents for trial discovery.
Maintain attorney schedules and calendars.

Desired Qualifications

Previous iManage experience is preferred but not required.

Legal Assistant (3+)

O'Hagan Meyer · Philadelphia, United States (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-28

Workplace: hybrid

Department: Support Staff - Midwest

Description

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

Responsibilities

· Provide administrative support to lawyers in the preparation, review and filing of legal documents such as briefs, appeals, complaints, answers, etc.

· Communicate with clients on various aspects of case proceedings.

· Locate, develop, and manage all case relevant information.

· Draft legal documents including pleadings, discovery, motions, and briefs.

· Coordinate with legal experts and serve as a liaison for all involved parties.

· Schedule and prepare materials for court appearances.

· Assist attorneys in case preparation by creating and maintaining organizational systems for each case.

· Assist attorneys with trial preparation, develop trial exhibits, and review/organize documents for trial discovery.

· Maintain attorney schedules and calendars.

Requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree, Paralegal Certificate or equivalent experience
3+ years of prior work experience as a legal assistant, legal secretary, or related role in litigation.
United States District Court for the District of New Jersey,
United States District Court for the Eastern District of PA,
United States District Court for the Middle District of PA
United States District Court for the Western District of PA
Superior court of PA
Supreme court of PA
Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas as well as all surrounding counties
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Acrobat, Odyssey, Pacer and ECF Filing Systems.
Previous iManage experience preferred but not required
Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work independently but also as part of a team.
Strong understanding of client confidentiality rules.

O’Hagan Meyer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. O'Hagan Meyer participates in E-Verify.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Work From Home
Free Food & Snacks
Wellness Resources

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About the Company

O'Hagan Meyer

Defends businesses in lawsuits and workplace disputes

O'Hagan Meyer defends businesses, nonprofit organizations and their leaders in lawsuits, with labor and employment law at the center of its practice. Its lawyers handle commercial disputes and professional liability claims as well as workplace cases, advising clients before disputes reach court and representing them through trial and appeal. The firm also advises on corporate transactions, intellectual property and insurance coverage, so clients use it for ongoing business advice as well as contested matters. Its work spans both individual claims and class actions, where one lawsuit addresses the claims of a wider group. Founded in 2006, O'Hagan Meyer is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Chicago, IL
Founded: 2006

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