Competitive salary and benefits package available. Salary range: $55,000 - $70,000 depending on experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off.
Experience Information:
At least 5 years recent experience in a legal administrative assistant role within a law firm supporting litigation attorneys, experience with labor and employment law a plus.
Job Title: Legal Secretary - Labor and Employment Litigation
H1: Join Our Team as a Legal Secretary at a Leading Law Firm in US - NJ - Berkeley Heights
H2: Responsibilities, Qualifications, and Benefits of the Legal Secretary Position at Jackson Lewis
The law firm of **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented legal secretary to join our team in the US - NJ - Berkeley Heights location. With over 950 attorneys in major cities nationwide, our firm has been focused on labor and employment law since 1958. We work with employers to develop proactive strategies and policies that cultivate diverse and engaged workforces, while also emphasizing inclusivity and respect for every employee's contribution.
As a top-ranked firm in Labor and Employment Litigation, Employment Law, and Labor Law on behalf of Management by U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”, we are dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to our clients. Our legal secretaries play a crucial role in supporting our attorneys and ensuring the success of our firm.
Responsibilities:
- Provide support for four attorneys in employment law matters and backup support as needed - Prepare/revise correspondence, pleadings, documents, and other clerical assignments as directed - Handle a wide variety of complex and confidential time-sensitive material - Communicate with clients on a regular basis - Maintain calendars, CLE, reports, and time records - Transcribe electronic dictation and schedule depositions - Various office and client filing - Proofreading documents - Other office administrative functions as needed
Qualifications:
- At least 5 years recent experience in a legal administrative assistant role within a law firm supporting litigation attorneys, experience with labor and employment law a plus - Familiarity with state and federal rules and procedures, as well as procedures with state and federal agencies - Must have a solid understanding of technical legal terminology as well as court filings - Experienced with trial preparation and briefs - Punctual with excellent attendance - Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as excellent proofreading skills - Ability to timely respond to deadlines, balance workload, and take initiative - Proficient with Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience with law firm software including billing, expense, document management, etc. is a plus - Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in cooperative, small office environment and communicate with attorneys and support staff on every level
Education Requirements:
- High School diploma or equivalent required - 4-year college degree preferred
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package available - Salary range: $55,000 - $70,000 depending on experience - Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off
At Jackson Lewis, we understand the importance of diversity and inclusivity in creating a strong and successful workforce. We strive to create an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and supported. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.
If you are a highly organized and detail-oriented legal secretary with at least 5 years of experience in a law firm setting, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** Our firm offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment, competitive salary and benefits, and the opportunity to work with a team of experienced and dedicated attorneys. Apply today and join our team at one of the leading labor and employment law firms in the nation.
