Legal Word Processor/Receptionist

The available sources do not contain information about the verified current official company name.; Red Bank (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Axel Group in Monmouth County, NJ is seeking a Legal Word Processor to join our client’s team. This role produces polished legal documents, formats according to firm standards, and supports attorneys with deadline-driven document production in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has advanced Microsoft Word skills, meticulous attention to detail, and strong proofreading abilities. Prior legal document formatting experience is preferred, with excellent organizational and

Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, including styles, templates, pagination, headers/footers and document formatting.
• Excellent proofreading and editing skills with strong attention to detail.
• Experience with legal document formatting and production support.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, edit, and proofread a wide variety of legal documents and attorney materials.
• Format documents according to firm standards and practice group requirements.
• Utilize advanced Word functions such as styles, templates, and track changes.
• Review documents for accuracy, grammar, punctuation, and presentation.
• Assist attorneys with revisions, redlining, and version control.
• Convert and format documents from different sources while maintaining consistent layouts.

Skills

Legal document formatting

Word processing

Legal admin support

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Word

Track Changes

Job description

The Axel Group is seeking a Legal Word Processor to join our client’s team in Monmouth County. This position will provide critical administrative and document production support to attorneys and staff in a fast-paced legal environment. The ideal candidate will have strong Microsoft Word skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to produce polished, accurate legal documents while managing multiple priorities. This is an excellent opportunity for an organized and detail-oriented professional looking to build or continue their career within a professional legal environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, format, edit, and proofread a wide variety of legal documents and other attorney materials.
• Format documents according to established firm standards, attorney preferences, and individual practice group requirements.
• Utilize advanced Microsoft Word functions, including styles, templates, pagination, tables, tables of contents, numbering, headers/footers, track changes, and document formatting.
• Review completed documents for accuracy, consistency, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and overall presentation.
• Assist attorneys and legal staff with document revisions, redlining, track changes, and maintaining accurate document versions.
• Convert and format documents from various sources while maintaining consistent layouts and professional presentation.
• Handle time-sensitive document requests and prioritize multiple assignments while meeting strict deadlines.
• Work closely with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff to ensure documents are completed accurately and delivered within requested timeframes.
• Maintain and update document templates and ensure appropriate formatting standards are consistently followed.
• Assist with printing, scanning, copying, electronic filing, and organization of legal documents and correspondence.
• Manage incoming telephone calls and direct inquiries to the appropriate attorney or staff member in a professional and courteous manner.
• Welcome clients, visitors, and other guests while maintaining a professional and organized office environment.
• Assist with conference room scheduling and meeting coordination as needed.
• Provide general administrative and clerical support to attorneys and staff to help ensure efficient day-to-day office operations.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical files and handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Coordinate with internal team members to address document requests, administrative needs, and other time-sensitive priorities.
• Support additional administrative, document production, and office-related projects as needed.

Requirements

• Previous experience with legal document formatting, word processing, or legal administrative support required.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, including styles, track changes, tables, tables of contents, pagination, and document formatting.
• Exceptional attention to detail with strong proofreading and editing skills.
• Ability to identify and correct spelling, grammar, punctuation, formatting, and consistency issues.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven professional environment.
• Professional demeanor with strong interpersonal and client-service skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Prior law firm experience preferred.

Compensation

• Salary: $50,000–$55,000, based on experience