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Legal Assistant

Cb

  • Little Falls, New Jersey
  • 8 days ago

    Highlights

    The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality. We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Legal Assistant to support attorneys with administrative and legal tasks in a fast-paced law firm environment.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationLittle Falls, New Jersey

    Description

    Benefits:
    • 401(k)
    • Competitive salary
    • Dental insurance
    • Health insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Vision insurance
    Location: Little Falls, New Jersey (On-site) Job Type: Full-Time Salary: $60,000 - $69,000 per year (commensurate with experience)

    Position Overview

    We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Legal Assistant to support attorneys with administrative and legal tasks in a fast-paced law firm environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality.

    Responsibilities

    • Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, and contracts.
    • Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, depositions, hearings, and court appearances.
    • File legal documents electronically with state and federal courts.
    • Maintain and organize case files, client records, and legal databases.
    • Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and vendors.
    • Coordinate document collection, discovery materials, and case-related records.
    • Conduct basic legal and factual research as directed by attorneys.
    • Track deadlines and ensure timely completion of filings and legal documentation.
    • Assist with billing, time entry, expense reports, and other administrative functions.
    Qualifications

    • Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
    • 2+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant, Litigation Assistant, or related legal support role.
    • Experience supporting attorneys in a law firm or corporate legal department.
    • Knowledge of New Jersey court procedures and e-filing systems preferred.
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
    • Experience with legal practice management and document management software.
    • Strong organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills.
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
    Preferred Qualifications

    • Experience supporting litigation, employment law, public law, real estate, corporate, or trust and estates practices.
    • Familiarity with court rules, legal terminology, and document preparation.
    • A paralegal certificate is a plus but not required.
    Compensation: $60,000.00 - $69,000.00 per year




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