Litigation Legal Assistant

Percy Towers; Roseland (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Percy Towers in Roseland, NJ, seeks a Litigation Legal Assistant for a full-time, in-person role. You will support attorneys in a dynamic litigation practice, handling complex commercial matters from inception to resolution.

The position requires meticulous organization, proactive communication, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines. The role offers a robust benefits package and a salary range of $75,000–$90,000, with discretionary bonuses based on performance.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience supporting litigation attorneys.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office and legal document management.
• Familiarity with state and federal filing procedures.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and finalize pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests.
• Maintain attorney calendars and coordinate court appearances.
• File documents electronically in NJ E-Courts, NYSCEF, and PACER.
• Assist with discovery, trial prep, and exhibit management.
• Manage case files and billing/time entry.
• Provide professional client and vendor communication.
• Coordinate travel and other support as needed.
• Support multiple attorneys and meet deadlines.

Skills

Legal support

Time management

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

NetDocuments

SurePoint

Job description

Litigation Legal Assistant

Roseland, NJ

++Salary Range++:

$75,000.00 To $90,000.00 Annually

++Purpose of Role:++

We are seeking a detail-oriented, highly organized, and proactive Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys within the firm’s litigation practice in Roseland, NJ. This position will support a dynamic team handling complex commercial litigation matters. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate exceptional organizational skills, and play a critical role in ensuring the efficient management of matters from inception through resolution. This is a full-time, in-person role.

++Key Responsibilities:++

• Perform daily administrative and litigation support tasks, including document preparation, file organization, data management, and calendaring of critical deadlines.
• Prepare, revise, proofread, and finalize legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, and correspondence.
• Coordinate and maintain attorney calendars, including court appearances, depositions, mediations, hearings, client meetings, and filing deadlines.
• Electronically file legal documents in state and federal courts, including NJ E-Courts, NYSCEF, and PACER.
• Assist attorneys with discovery management, document productions, exhibit preparation, and trial preparation.
• Maintain case files and organize litigation materials in both physical and electronic formats.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and outside vendors while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
• Enter attorney time, assist with billing coordination, expense processing, and matter management using firm billing systems.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, meeting logistics, and other administrative support as needed.
• Support multiple attorneys simultaneously while managing competing priorities and deadlines.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed to meet litigation deadlines and business needs.

++Qualifications:++

• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a legal assistant supporting litigation attorneys in a law firm environment.
• Experience supporting commercial litigation matters is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with document management systems such as NetDocuments, SurePoint, or similar platforms preferred.
• Familiarity with state and federal court filing procedures and litigation deadlines.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively in a deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a polished and professional demeanor.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in drafting and proofreading legal documents.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team-oriented environment.

++Compensation & Benefits:++

This position offers a salary range of $75,000 – $90,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. Support staff may also be eligible for discretionary year-end bonuses and a merit-based increase. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, and access to additional voluntary programs. The posted salary range reflects the base pay range for this position.