Litigation Legal Assistant - Fast-Paced E-Filing Pro

McCarter & English, LLP

Newark (NJ)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 95,000

Full time

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Benefits offered by this job

Firm-Paid life insurance and AD&D

Short-term and long-term disability

401(k) plan with contributions

Paid time off and holidays

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

McCarter & English, LLP is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant in Newark, NJ. The role supports attorneys with confidential secretarial duties, calendar management, drafting and proofreading legal documents, and e-filing.

Strong multitasking, superior typing (70 wpm), and handling client interactions are essential. Candidates should have extensive litigation support experience and be proficient with MS Word, Outlook, Excel, iManage, and e-filing, with a commitment to accuracy and deadlines in a

Qualifications

15–25 years of litigation legal assistant experience.
Must type a minimum of 70 words per minute.
Proficient with MS Word, Outlook and Excel; familiarity with iManage and e-filing.
Strong proofreading and confidentiality in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Transcribe correspondence, letters and confidential memos.
Sort and route emails; ensure timely filing in iManage and proper mail handling.
Prepare and manage daily calendars and coordinate meetings and depositions.
Assist with travel arrangements and attorney reimbursements.
Meet weekly/monthly time-entry and client-billing deadlines; process vendor invoices.