Defense Base Act Legal Assistant

Goldberg Segalla LLP
Raleigh, NC

Goldberg Segalla is a national civil litigation law firm that represents major national and regional companies and insurance carriers in all aspects of business counseling, risk assessment and dispute resolution including representation in various types of claims, controversies and litigation involving personal and other injuries, property damage, contract disputes and business torts. While our Am Law 200 and Chambers ranked firm employs more than 1,000 people, we operate as one tight-knit and highly collaborative team.

Goldberg Segalla seeks a highly motivated and organized individual to join its team as a Legal Assistant for our Defense Base Act (DBA) group. The Legal Assistant will provide administrative and secretarial support to assigned attorneys and provide backup to other attorneys as requested. The position requires the ability to multitask effectively and balance working on multiple requests and projects on a daily basis. Strong analytical and organizational skills and attention to detail are required.

This is a remote position.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Programs including Word, Outlook, TEAMS, Calendar, and Excel.
  • Assist in managing case files, track deadlines, and ensure compliance with court requirements.
  • Electronically saves media mail (CD’s, USBs, etc.), processes and files documents under their respective client and matter numbers
  • Assumes responsibility for maintaining the highest level of confidentiality of all firm records and files
  • Perform administrative duties, including proofreading and editing legal documents for accuracy and clarity
  • E-filing of discovery requests, responses to opposing counsel, and motions
  • Exercise knowledge of legal documents and terminology
  • Conduct expense reporting, billing and dictation
  • Assist with calendaring and deposition scheduling, as needed
  • Updating client reports as needed
  • File opening and conflicts check
  • Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES & EXPERIENCE:
  • Associate’s degree or equivalent legal support experience of 2-3 years working in a law firm
  • Ability to handle pressure, interruptions and multiple projects with frequently changing priorities and deadlines in a fast paced environment
  • Must have the ability to work as part of a team, as well as to work independently, with minimal supervision
  • Exhibits outstanding professionalism, judgement and discretion
  • Exceptional organization skills
  • Positive attitude
  • Excellent writing and communication skills
  • Ability to multitask and prioritize workload
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
  • The ideal candidate is motivated to become a long-term asset within the organization.
  • Regularly required to clearly communicate and exchange information in English
  • Strong organization and time management skills
  • Regularly required to observe and assess data and documents, in printed form and on computer screens
  • May be requested to work beyond normal work hours and weekends for special projects
  • Works well in a team environment
  • Ability to work independently within general guidelines and minimal supervision
  • Ability to recognize the need for confidentiality of information and to maintain such confidences
  • Ability to respond to internal or external inquiries, including those of a sensitive, confidential, or adversarial nature
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Work is generally performed within an office environment with standard office equipment.
  • Regularly required to physically operate routine office equipment such as telephones, computers, copiers, printers, fax machines, etc.
  • Regularly required to sit for extended periods of time.

BENEFITS :
The hourly salary range for this position is $17.00 to $42.00. Actual pay may be adjusted based on location, experience, and other job related factors permitted by law. This position also offers a full benefits package. Our benefits package includes, but is not limited to, health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance a 401(k) plan, flexible spending and more.

Goldberg Segalla is committed to building a workplace where talented people from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can succeed, grow, and lead – together. With a broad national footprint and strong market presence, Goldberg Segalla offers the scale of a growing national firm with a small firm’s connective culture. Join #TeamGS today.
Posted 2026-06-13

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