Legal Assistant

Bressler, Amery & Ross, P.C.; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with firm contribution

Generous paid time off

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

A dynamic law firm in Florham Park, NJ seeks a Legal Assistant for its Tax, Trusts & Estates Practice Group. Responsibilities include organizing client files, managing attorney calendars, and preparing legal documents. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and familiarity with estate planning processes. The role offers competitive compensation and a collaborative work environment, emphasizing work-life balance and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of legal assistant experience in Tax, Trusts & Estates required.
• Experience in preparing estate planning documents strongly preferred.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain client files and estate planning documents.
• Manage attorney calendars and schedule meetings.
• Assist with preparation of estate planning documents.
• Communicate professionally with clients and courts.

Skills

Legal assistant experience

E-filing experience

Microsoft Office proficiency

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Document management systems (iManage)

Job description

Tax, Trusts & Estates Legal Assistant – Florham Park, NJ

Bressler, Amery & Ross, P.C., a dynamic and rapidly growing law firm with a national practice, is seeking a Legal Assistant to join our Tax, Trusts & Estates Practice Group in our Florham Park, New Jersey office.

This position will provide administrative and legal support to principals and associates within the practice group. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced professional environment.

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (1-hour lunch break)

Key Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain client files and estate planning documents.
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments.
• Assist with the preparation, formatting, and revision of estate planning and probate documents including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, petitions, and related filings.
• Draft and type correspondence, memoranda, and other legal documents.
• Enter and manage attorney time entries.
• Assist with electronic court filings and related administrative filings.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and external contacts.
• Serve as a witness during will executions and estate document signings.
• Perform Notary Public duties as required.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum of 2 years of current legal assistant or legal secretarial experience in Tax, Trusts & Estates is required.
• Experience preparing or assisting with estate planning documents and probate-related materials strongly preferred.
• E-filing experience required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities with attention to detail.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and document management systems such as iManage.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Why Bressler Amery & Ross?

• Meaningful Work: Engage in challenging and impactful work at the forefront of insurance law.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a supportive team of dedicated professionals.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with firm contribution, and generous paid time off.
• Work-Life Balance: We believe in fostering a healthy work-life balance for our employees.

Compensation: Salary range: $70,000 – $75,000. The salary range provided is for informational purposes only and does not guarantee a specific salary upon hire. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and skill set.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veteran.