Legal Assistant - Hybrid opportunity! Jobs in Hackensack NJ Job Recruiters

We currently have an opportunity for a Trust and Estates Legal Assistant position with a law firm in Hackensack, NJ. (zip code 07601). This is a hybrid role - 50% from home and 50% in the office.

Position responsibilities are:

• Reviewing, scanning and routing correspondence, reports and legal documents, drafting correspondence and preparing and processing forms and legal documents and filings
• Analyze and collect information for legal documents and 
• Prepare final estate planning letter and document binder which includes copies of executed estate planning documents and recommendations for various asset transfers such as investment accounts, and real estate
• Full administrative responsibilities, including answering and directing calls, communicating with clients, and making copies
• Record billable time daily
• Maintain and update files and corresponding deadlines
• Organize attorney meetings and client conferences, prepare all files and documents for meetings, notarize documents and attend and participate in required meetings
• Handle special projects assigned by department attorneys as they arise

Position requirements are:

• At least  5-7 years of experience as a legal assistant with experience supporting attorneys in a law firm
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Excellent communication and client relations skills]
•  Demonstrated ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines