Legal Secretary - Part-time/temporary
Job ID: MA728718924
Job Category: Legal
Job Location: Harrisburg, PA
Pay Range: $25.00 - $30.00/HOUR
Job Type: Contract
Part-Time Legal Secretary – Family & Criminal Law
Location: Harrisburg, PA (Onsite – Free Parking Available)
Are you an experienced Legal Secretary looking for a part-time role with flexibility? Abel Personnel is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Part-Time Legal Secretary to support a local law practice in Harrisburg, PA. This temporary role (+6 months) offers the opportunity to work in a professional, client-focused environment while contributing to meaningful cases in family law and criminal law.
Why Apply?
- Competitive pay: $25–$30/hour
- Convenient Harrisburg location with free parking
- Gain valuable experience in both family law and criminal defense
- Join a respected firm with a supportive team environment
- Professional office setting with client-facing responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, proofread, and file legal documents (pleadings, motions, subpoenas, orders, discovery)
- Manage attorney calendar and scheduling, including court dates and client appointments
- Conduct client intake, answer calls, and maintain confidential case files
- Prepare exhibits, discovery packets, and trial binders
- File documents through Pennsylvania e-filing systems and at the courthouse as needed
- Provide administrative support including mail handling, scanning, and billing assistance
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a law office (family law or criminal law experience preferred)
- Knowledge of Pennsylvania court rules and e-filing procedures
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and case management software (Clio, MyCase, or similar)
- Strong typing, grammar, and proofreading skills
- Ability to manage deadlines, maintain confidentiality, and communicate with professionalism
- Organized, dependable, and comfortable working onsite in a fast-paced law practice
About Abel Personnel
For over 55 years, Abel Personnel has connected talented professionals with outstanding employers throughout Central PA. Our recruiting team provides a strong vetting process—including skills assessments, reference checks, and in-person interviews—to ensure candidates are matched with the right opportunities.
Ready to Apply?
If you are a qualified Legal Secretary seeking a part-time opportunity in Harrisburg, PA, apply today through Abel Personnel. Don’t miss this chance to join a respected law office while enjoying free parking and a competitive pay rate!
If you are a qualified Legal Secretary seeking a part-time opportunity in Harrisburg, PA, apply today through Abel Personnel. Don’t miss this chance to join a respected law office while enjoying free parking and a competitive pay rate!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Abel Personnel is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Abel Personnel is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.