Legal Assistant

SR Staffing; Hackensack (NJ); Hybrid; USD 103,500 - 126,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work flexibility

Long-term growth opportunities

Job summary

A midsize law firm in Hackensack, NJ is seeking a proactive Legal Assistant with 5+ years of experience in corporate and bankruptcy law. This hybrid role involves preparing legal documents, managing case dockets, and supporting attorneys with daily administrative tasks. The firm offers competitive compensation up to $115,000 and an opportunity for growth within a collaborative culture that handles high-level transactional matters.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of legal assistant experience in a law firm environment.
• Background supporting corporate, bankruptcy, and transactional practices.
• Strong experience with legal document preparation, proofreading, and formatting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, edit, and proofread legal documents including agreements and contracts.
• Assist with preparation and filing of bankruptcy pleadings across federal and state systems.
• Maintain attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements.

Skills

Legal document preparation

Proficiency with ECF filings

Excellent organizational skills

Strong communication abilities

Tools

MS Office

PDF software

Document management systems

Job description

Legal Assistant – Corporate, Bankruptcy & Transactional Practice

Midsize Law Firm – Hackensack, NJ

Hybrid Schedule

Compensation: Up to $115,000

Overview

Our client, a respected midsize law firm, is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support its growing Corporate, Bankruptcy, and Transactional practice groups. This hybrid position, based in Hackensack, NJ, is ideal for a proactive, detail‑oriented professional who thrives in a fast‑moving legal environment and enjoys working closely with attorneys on sophisticated matters.

The firm offers competitive compensation, a collaborative culture, and the opportunity to support high‑level transactional and bankruptcy matters within a dynamic practice.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate & Transactional Support

• Prepare, edit, and proofread legal documents including agreements, contracts, corporate governance materials, and closing binders.
• Assist with entity formation, corporate filings, and document organization.
• Manage signature packets, track deadlines, and coordinate closing checklists.
• Conduct basic corporate research and retrieve records as needed.

Bankruptcy Support

• Assist with preparation and filing of bankruptcy pleadings across federal and state systems.
• Manage case dockets, track deadlines, and maintain case calendars.
• Coordinate communications with courts, trustees, and clients.
• Handle e‑filing (ECF) and maintain organized digital and physical case files.

Administrative & Attorney Support

• Maintain attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements.
• Handle time entry, expense reports, billing support, and file management.
• Maintain organized client files and ensure timely updates to internal systems.
• Serve as a key point of contact for clients, providing exceptional professionalism and responsiveness.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of legal assistant experience in a law firm environment required.
• Background supporting corporate, bankruptcy, and transactional practices is essential.
• Strong experience with legal document preparation, proofreading, and formatting.
• Proficiency with ECF filings and familiarity with court procedures.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking abilities.
• Strong technical skills (MS Office, PDF software, document management systems).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Reliable, proactive, and able to thrive in a hybrid environment.

Why This Opportunity Is Attractive

• Competitive compensation up to $115,000.
• Hybrid flexibility with a stable, supportive firm culture.
• Exposure to complex corporate and bankruptcy matters.
• Strong collaboration with highly skilled attorneys.
• Opportunity for long‑term growth within a respected midsize firm.