Legal Assistant

Ekspert Counsel; Red Bank (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing law firm in Red Bank, New Jersey is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to provide vital administrative and legal support. This role involves maintaining attorney calendars, handling electronic court filings, and organizing legal documents while thriving in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of law firm experience and possess strong organizational skills and attention to detail, ensuring the confidentiality of sensitive information.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of law firm experience.
• Familiarity with electronic court filing systems.
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support including printing, scanning, and copying.
• Electronically file pleadings via NJ E-Courts, NYSCEF, PACER.
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and handle incoming calls.
• Draft, proofread, redact, Bates-stamp, and organize legal documents.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Electronic court filing systems

Job description

A growing law firm is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant to support attorneys in its Public and Education Law practice. This role provides administrative and legal support in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support (printing, scanning, copying)
• Electronically file pleadings via NJ E-Courts, NYSCEF, PACER, and federal systems
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and handle incoming calls
• Draft, proofread, redact, Bates-stamp, and organize legal documents
• Maintain electronic filing systems and assist with case intake and conflict checks
• Coordinate couriers, court reporters, expert witnesses, and meetings
• Prepare expense reports, check requests, and time entries

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of law firm experience
• Familiarity with electronic court filing systems
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality