Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and highly organized Secretary/Legal Assistant to join our legal team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support attorneys across a broad spectrum of legal practice areas, including civil litigation and education law. You will play a vital role in answering client calls, maintaining the firm calendar, managing legal documentation, and providing exceptional administrative support to ensure smooth legal operations. This paid position is perfect for someone eager to develop their legal career while contributing to impactful legal work.
Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date firm calendar at all times
- Answer phones, communicate with clients and engage in client intake
- Manage and organize legal documents
- Draft, proofread, and review legal documents such as contracts, pleadings, memos, and correspondence with precision and clarity
- Coordinate meetings, appointments, and court filings while maintaining meticulous calendars and deadlines
- Conduct interviews with clients or witnesses as part of case preparation; document findings thoroughly
- Support case management activities by entering data accurately into PCLaw and other case management software
- Perform general clerical duties including filing, data entry, phone etiquette, proofreading, transcription, and maintaining organized files
- Provide executive administrative support by managing correspondence and facilitating communication between team members
Experience
- Proven experience in a legal environment or law office setting with familiarity in legal administrative tasks
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently under tight deadlines
- Excellent writing skills for drafting legal documents and correspondence; keen proofreading abilities
- Experience in conducting interviews or client interactions is a plus
- Familiarity with litigation and NJ eCourts and filing processes preferred
- Technical skills including data entry accuracy and proficiency in document management systems are essential
Join us to be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional legal support. We value proactive professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments and are eager to grow their expertise in diverse areas of the law. This paid position offers an enriching environment where your organizational talents will directly contribute to impactful legal work while advancing your career aspirations.
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
