Litigation Paralegal

Our law firm client is seeking a temp to perm legal assistant for their growing New Jersey office.

Responsibilities

• Assist Attorneys and Paralegals with day-to-day duties.
• Provide backup and overflow support for Paralegals.
• Prepare and electronically file pleadings, motions, and other legal documents in state and federal courts, including New Jersey eCourts and PACER systems.
• Track filings, confirmations, and court notifications.
• Review ECF notices.
• Assist attorneys with case management.
• Manage Attorneys' calendars.
• Maintain case calendars, including deadlines, hearings, and depositions.
• Organize and manage case files (electronic and physical).
• Proofread and format legal documents, including pleadings, motions, certifications, and correspondence.
• Ensure all documents are accurate, properly formatted, and filed in a timely manner.
• Prepare legal binders.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.
• Schedule meetings, depositions, and court appearances.
• Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence (email, mail).
• Copy and mail documents.
• Answer phones.

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.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Experience with document management systems.

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.