Paralegal / Legal Assistant

3 days ago

New Providence, New Jersey, United States Lindabury, McCormick, Estabrook & Cooper, P.C. Full time

The Paralegal will assist family law attorneys by providing clerical and research support services including document preparation and review; interviewing clients and witnesses; research, investigations, and fact checking; and trial preparation.

Daily Responsibilities

  • Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
  • Anticipates the needs of the department and oversees case progress proactively.
  • Performs billable work as directed by the attorney(s).
  • Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
  • Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
  • Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
  • Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
  • Assures paper files are immediately uploaded into the electronic system.
  • Assists attorneys with trial preparation.
  • Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
  • Performs administrative support tasks including but not limited to entering, auditing, and managing billable hours for attorney(s).
  • Assures that all records, correspondence, and supporting materials are stored, catalogued, and accessible in the electronic system.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams etc), online case filing and management tools, billing software, iManage, and other applicable legal applications. Prior experience with family law is required.

  • Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.

Education and Experience

Associates Degree in Paralegal Studies and / or Paralegal Certification is required. An abundance of recent experience and demonstrated expertise in this specific area might be considered in lieu of certification and / or degree. Bachelor's Degree is preferred. Two years of matrimonial experience required.

This role is 100% on site in our New Providence, NJ office.

(We are NOT open to hearing from staffing agencies, please do not reach out. )

Work Location: In person

Compensation Range: $31 - $40 per hour

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $ $41.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 35 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • AD&D insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Free parking
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Profit sharing
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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