Legal Practice Assistant

Gainor; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm is seeking a Legal Practice Assistant for a hybrid position based in Hackensack, New Jersey. The role involves managing calendars, drafting documents, and providing administrative support to attorneys. Candidates should have 3+ years of legal administrative experience and be proficient in Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of legal administrative support experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage calendar, schedule meetings, and appointments.
• Draft and edit documents for attorneys.
• Screen phone calls and prioritize effectively.

Skills

Legal administrative support experience

Microsoft Office

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Collaboration

Job description

Our client, a prestigious law firm, is seeking a Legal Practice Assistant to join their team!

This position is hybrid with 3 days based in their wonderful Hackensack, New Jersey office.

Job Responsibilities

1. Calendar management (scheduling meetings, appointments, calls, etc.)
2. Arrange travel for attorneys including booking flights and accommodations
3. Screen phone calls and effectively prioritize
4. Draft and edit documents
5. Schedule meetings and conference calls
6. Track and submit expenses
7. Enter attorney timesheets
8. Manage and update records and files
9. Perform other duties as assigned

Skills and Qualifications

• 3+ years of legal administrative support experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Organized with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to collaborate with others as well as work independently

Salary Range: $75,000 - $115,000 based on experience

Gainor provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, national origin, immigration status, marital or familial status, citizenship status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, reproductive health decision making, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic or status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.