Legal Assistant - Litigation Support, On-Site NJ

LEGACY LEGAL RECRUITING LLC; Little Falls (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

LEGACY LEGAL RECRUITING LLC is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support attorneys with administrative and legal tasks in a fast-paced law firm environment in Little Falls, NJ. This on-site role requires strong communication, organization, and confidentiality.

The successful candidate will manage calendars, prepare documents, file electronically, and coordinate with clients, courts, and vendors while handling sensitive information with discretion. 60k-69k salary; benefits included.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Legal Assistant or related legal support role.
• Experience supporting attorneys in a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Knowledge of New Jersey court procedures and e-filing systems preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, and contracts.
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, depositions, hearings, and court appearances.
• File legal documents electronically with state and federal courts.
• Maintain and organize case files, client records, and legal databases.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and vendors.
• Coordinate document collection, discovery materials, and case-related records.
• Conduct basic legal and factual research as directed by attorneys.
• Track deadlines and ensure timely completion of filings and legal documentation.
• Assist with billing, time entry, expense reports, and other administrative functions.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Time management

Discretion

NJ court procedures

Legal document experience

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

e-filing systems

Job description

LEGACY LEGAL RECRUITING LLC is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support attorneys with administrative and legal tasks in a fast-paced law firm environment in Little Falls, NJ. This on-site role requires strong communication, organization, and confidentiality.

The successful candidate will manage calendars, prepare documents, file electronically, and coordinate with clients, courts, and vendors while handling sensitive information with discretion. 60k-69k salary; benefits included.