Legal Assistant Paralegal
CHOI LAW FIRM
Job Description
Join a Growing, High-Performance Legal Team
\n \nWe are seeking an experienced and highly organized Legal Assistant / Paralegal with 5+ years of experience to join our dynamic and expanding law firm. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with seasoned attorneys licensed in both New Jersey and New York, with a primary focus on Family Law and exposure to Trusts & Estates (Planning and Litigation), and Commercial Litigation.
\n \nThe ideal candidate is extremely detail-oriented, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where precision, discretion, and client service are paramount. You will play a key role in supporting attorneys, managing cases, and contributing to the firm’s continued growth.
\n \nKey Responsibilities
\n \nDocument Preparation & Filing
\n• Draft, review, and file legal documents for matrimonial and family law matters
\n• Ensure accuracy, proper formatting, and strict compliance with court rules and deadlines
\nCase Management
\n• Maintain and organize case files (digital and physical)
\n• Assist with discovery, document production, and evidence management
\n• Track deadlines and ensure timely progression of all matters
\nLegal Research
\n• Conduct legal and factual research to support case strategy and preparation
\nAttorney Support
\n• Provide end-to-end support from client intake through resolution
\n• Anticipate attorney needs and proactively manage workflows
\nOffice & Systems Coordination
\n• Manage calendars, scheduling, and internal processes
\n• Utilize and help optimize case management systems (e.g., Clio, LEAP)
\nClient Interaction
\n• Serve as a professional point of contact for clients
\n• Prepare and update intake forms and maintain clear, timely communication
\n \nQualifications
\n \nExperience
\n• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal
\n• Strong background in Family Law and/or Trusts & Estates preferred
\n \nCore Skills
\n• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
\n• Strong organizational and time-management skills
\n• Excellent written and verbal communication
\n• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
\n• Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
\n \nEducation & Languages
\n• Bachelor’s degree preferred
\n• Fluency in Korean or Spanish is a strong plus
\n \nWhat We Offer
\n• Competitive Compensation, commensurate with experience
\n• Benefits: 401(k), Health Insurance
\n• Collaborative Work Environment with a professional, respectful team
\n• Career Growth Opportunities in a firm that is actively expanding
\n \nPosition Details
\n• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM (1-hour lunch break)
\n• Location: Fort Lee, NJ (in-person; commute required)
\n \nIf you are a motivated legal professional who takes pride in delivering high-quality work and
\nexceptional client service, we encourage you to apply
$110k - $190k
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