Junior Paralegal

WhiteCap Search; Haddonfield (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitecap Search is seeking a motivated individual to join its Healthcare Practice Group in Princeton, NJ. This role provides foundational experience in a professional legal setting, working alongside attorneys and senior paralegals to support a wide range of matters.

Responsibilities include assisting with state and federal appeals, reviewing documents, drafting correspondence, and managing case files. A Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate is required, with 1–3 years in a law firm or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Paralegal Certificate; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in a law firm or professional services environment preferred.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook (Microsoft Office).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and discretion with confidential information.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all aspects of state and federal appeals related to healthcare matters, as well as estates matters, including preparation for hearings, court filings, and depositions.
• Review, organize, and analyze documents, expert reports, and case materials.
• Draft correspondence, memoranda, and other legal documents under attorney supervision.
• Perform data entry and data analysis in support of active matters.
• Manage and maintain case files, ensuring documents are organized, accurate, and readily accessible.
• Coordinate logistics for hearings, depositions, and client meetings as needed.
• Handle administrative tasks in support of the practice group, including managing deadlines and tracking case status.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Discretion with confidential info

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Whitecap Search is seeking a motivated individual to join a Healthcare Practice Group in Princeton, NJ. The working hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Team members are valued contributors, working alongside attorneys and senior paralegals to support clients across a wide range of matters. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional looking to build foundational skills in a collegial, professional environment with the support of an experienced legal team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all aspects of state and federal appeals related to healthcare matters, as well as assistance with estates matters, including preparation for hearings, court filings, and depositions.
• Review, organize, and analyze documents, expert reports, and case materials.
• Draft correspondence, memoranda, and other legal documents under attorney supervision.
• Perform data entry and data analysis in support of active matters.
• Manage and maintain case files, ensuring documents are organized, accurate, and readily accessible.
• Coordinate logistics for hearings, depositions, and client meetings as needed.
• Handle administrative tasks in support of the practice group, including managing deadlines and tracking case status.

Requirements

• Bachelor\'s degree or Paralegal Certificate required, Bachelor\'s degree preferred.
• One to three years of experience in a law firm or professional services environment preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

ITSLS

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.