Litigation Legal Assistant

Trueline's client, a growing Pittsburgh litigation boutique focused on complex consumer and class action matters, is seeking a Legal Practice Assistant to join its team in Pittsburgh, PA. This is a full-time, in-office opportunity for an experienced litigation support professional who knows court filings, takes ownership of their work, and wants to become a key part of a close-knit firm handling sophisticated cases.The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.**This is an onsite role; not flexible on thatWhat You'll Do as the Legal Practice Assistant:Support attorneys across active litigation matters, with a primary focus on consumer and class action casesPrepare, organize, proofread, format, and finalize legal documents and correspondenceComplete electronic court filings accurately and on deadlineAssist with state and federal court filings, including matters outside Pennsylvania as neededMaintain case files, calendars, deadlines, and litigation-related documentationCoordinate with attorneys to keep matters moving and ensure important deadlines and follow-ups do not fall through the cracksProvide day-to-day administrative and litigation support in a small-firm environment where initiative and reliability matterLearn firm-specific procedures and jurisdictional requirements, including California-related mattersMust-Haves as the Legal Practice Assistant:At least 2 years of litigation legal assistant, legal secretary, or comparable litigation support experienceHands-on experience completing electronic court filingsStrong computer skills and confidence learning new systems and filing proceduresExcellent grammar, proofreading, formatting, and written communication skillsStrong attention to detail and the ability to manage deadlines accuratelyA dependable work history and demonstrated commitment to previous employersA self-directed working style with the willingness to ask questions, learn, and take ownershipInterest in working in a smaller law firm where teamwork, professionalism, and individual contributions are highly visibleAbility to work in the Pittsburgh office Monday through FridayNice-to-Haves as the Legal Practice Assistant:Federal court filing experienceExperience supporting class action, consumer protection, complex civil litigation, or plaintiff-side litigationFamiliarity with federal PACER/ECF filing proceduresExperience supporting cases across multiple jurisdictionsExposure to New York court matters or filingsExperience in a boutique or small-firm environmentOur Client Offers:$60,000-$75,000 base salary, depending on experienceMonday-Friday schedule, generally 9:00 am-5:30 pm with a one-hour lunchEmployer-paid employee medical coverage through a high-deductible health plan with an HSADental coverage with the firm paying 75% of the premiumVision xhyhwjd coverage with the firm paying 75% of the premiumFirm-paid life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance401(k) plan eligibility after one year of service, including a mandatory 3% employer safe harbor contribution following eligibilityA private office in an attractive professional office environmentA quiet, respectful, team-oriented culture where people work well togetherThe resources to work remotely when occasional circumstances require it, such as medical appointments or severe weatherExposure to sophisticated litigation and the opportunity to grow alongside an expanding firmTrueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.