Jr. Paralegal

RecruitHook; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

RecruitHook in Hackensack, NJ, seeks a Jr. Paralegal to support a small team of attorneys in a fast-paced, in-office environment.

You will manage attorney calendars and court deadlines, format legal documents, and handle client intake with professionalism and discretion.

Ideal candidates have at least two years of internship paralegal experience in a small firm, strong writing and proofreading skills, and familiarity with NJ courts and eCourts.

Qualifications

• Two years of internship paralegal experience, ideally in a small firm.
• Strong writing and proofreading skills are important.
• Comfort with case management software and Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with New Jersey court procedures and e-filing (eCourts) is a plus.
• Organized, discreet with sensitive information, able to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage attorney calendars and court deadlines.
• Format legal documents.
• Handle client intake and communications with professionalism and discretion.

Skills

Calendar management

Court deadlines

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Case management software

Written communication

Proofreading

Discretion

NJ court procedures

Education

Paralegal internship experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management software

eCourts

Job description

A well established boutique law firm in Hackensack is looking for a Jr. Paralegal to support a small, busy team of attorneys. This is an in office position for someone who thrives in a fast paced legal environment and wants real exposure to case work rather than just administrative tasks.

What You'll Do

The Jr. Paralegal will manage attorney calendars and court deadlines, format legal documents, and handle client intake and communication with professionalism and discretion.

• Candidates should have at least two years of experience as an intern paralegal ideally within a small firm setting where wearing multiple hats is the norm. Strong writing and proofreading skills matter here, along with comfort using case management software and Microsoft Office. Familiarity with New Jersey court procedures and e filing systems (eCourts) is a plus. The right person is organized, discreet with sensitive information, and able to manage competing deadlines without dropping the ball.