Legal Assistant

A well established NJ law firm is currently seeking a Legal Assistant for an opportunity with a dynamic legal team. This role offers the chance to support attorneys and paralegals in a fast-paced environment, handling case management, legal documentation, and administrative responsibilities while ensuring accuracy and efficiency in daily operations.


Job Description:

Compensation : $ 20


Job ID : 44306


Job Function:

• Assist attorneys and paralegals with day-to-day legal and administrative duties.
• Provide backup and overflow support to paralegals as needed.
• Prepare and electronically file legal documents, including pleadings and motions, in state and federal courts (e.g., eCourts and PACER).
• Track filings, confirmations, and court notifications, and review ECF notices.
• Support case management activities, including maintaining attorney calendars and tracking deadlines, hearings, and depositions.
• Organize and maintain case files, both electronic and physical.
• Proofread and format legal documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with court requirements.

Job Requirements:

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience as a legal assistant, preferably in litigation.
• Demonstrated experience with New Jersey e-filing systems (NJ eCourts) and federal systems (PACER/ECF).
• Strong knowledge of New Jersey Court Rules and litigation procedures.

Disclosure: The hourly rates and/or salaries listed may or may not reflect total compensation packages including bonus and fringe benefits, etc., nor are the advertisement(s) posted a guarantee of a certain compensation package for a position or bona fide offer of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.


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