Job Description
Law Firm Seeking Experienced Litigation Legal Assistant in Bridgewater, NJ
H1: Join Our Team as a Litigation Legal Assistant in Bridgewater, NJ H2: Experienced Legal Assistant Opportunity at Norris McLaughlin Law Firm
Are you an experienced legal administrative assistant with a background in litigation? Are you looking to join a dynamic and inclusive team at a well-respected law firm? Look no further than our Litigation Legal Assistant position at Norris McLaughlin in Bridgewater, NJ.
As a Litigation Legal Assistant, you will provide essential support to our attorneys in the Litigation Practice Group by drafting, formatting, and e-filing various legal documents. Your attention to detail and strong organizational skills will be crucial in managing calendars and meeting deadlines. You will also have the opportunity to communicate with clients, courts, and attorneys on a regular basis.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft, revise, and format pleadings, motions, correspondence, and other legal documents - E-file court documents in state, federal, and appellate courts - Maintain pleading and discovery binders and handle incoming mail - Manage calendars and assist in meeting deadlines - Communicate with clients, courts, and attorneys - Open new files and prepare conflicts checks and engagement letters - Process monthly billing and time entry
Qualifications:
- Minimum 3-5 years of litigation legal administrative assistant experience - Experience with state and federal e-filings - Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially advanced use of MS Word - Familiarity with document management systems (iManage preferred) - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Detail-oriented and highly organized - Associate degree a plus
At Norris McLaughlin, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive workplace that embraces the unique backgrounds and strengths of all our employees. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Join our team and be a part of a culture that celebrates and respects individual differences. Apply now for our Litigation Legal Assistant position in Bridgewater, NJ.
