Legal Practice Coordination Case Assistant

Pittsburgh, PA | Hybrid | Temporary / Temp-to-Hire
Schedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 8:30 a.m.–5:00
Compensation: $50,000–$65,000 annually, depending on experience

We are seeking an entry-level Legal Practice Coordination Case Assistant to join a highly regarded law firm in Pittsburgh. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent college graduate or early-career professional who is interested in breaking into the legal field, gaining hands-on law firm experience, or potentially pursuing law school in the future.

Prior legal experience is not required. We are looking for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, proactive, curious, and eager to learn.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $50,000–$65,000 annually, depending on experience.

LHH Associate benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP, commuter benefits, and a 401(k) plan. The program provides employees flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs.

Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; other paid leave required by federal, state, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out

• Entry-level friendly with no prior legal experience required

• Excellent opportunity to gain exposure to a sophisticated law firm environment

• Unique combination of case assistance, practice coordination, and project management

• Work directly with attorneys on active legal matters and transactions

• Support a team of seven associates and one partner, with primary day-to-day support focused on two to three attorneys

• Gain hands-on experience with document management, deadlines, closings, and matter coordination

• Collaborate with attorneys and professional staff across Pittsburgh and other East Coast offices

• Strong opportunity for professional development and growth

• Temporary position with potential to convert to a full-time role

Responsibilities

• Maintain matter and team task lists and track deadlines, assignments, deliverables, and outstanding items

• Assist with due diligence, document requests, virtual data rooms, closing checklists, and signature coordination

• Help coordinate transaction and matter logistics

• Prepare, format, proofread, and organize legal documents

• Prepare document redlines and comparisons

• Maintain electronic matter files and document management systems

• Assist with filings, document productions, and supporting materials

• Coordinate assignments and follow up on outstanding items

• Anticipate next steps and help keep attorneys and matters organized

• Collaborate with attorneys and professional staff in Pittsburgh and other East Coast offices

• Assist with additional projects and responsibilities as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required

• Strong organizational and time-management skills

• Excellent attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple assignments and competing deadlines

• Proactive, resourceful, and comfortable taking initiative

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Curious, eager to learn, and willing to ask questions

• Strong sense of ownership and follow-through

• Ability to work independently while also being a collaborative team player

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

• Comfortable learning new technology and legal software

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment

• Process-oriented mindset with an interest in creating and maintaining efficient workflows

Nice to Have

Prior law firm experience is not required. Candidates with backgrounds in any of the following may be especially successful:

• Administrative or executive assistant support

• Project coordination or project management

• Account management

• Political or government internships

• Legal internships

• Research or document management

• Professional services environments

• Experience with iManage or Harvey is helpful but not required

Who Would Be a Great Fit?

This role would be ideal for someone who is highly organized, process-oriented, detail-focused, and naturally proactive. You do not need to already know how a law firm works. What matters most is your ability to learn quickly, stay on top of details, communicate professionally, and take ownership of your work.

If you are a recent graduate or early-career professional looking for a strong entry point into the legal industry, this is an excellent opportunity to build meaningful experience while working closely with attorneys and legal professionals.

Pay Details: $50,000.00 to $65,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Katie Soderberg

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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