Legal Assistant

Willis Injury Law, LLC

Legal Assistant

Hackensack, NJ
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    We’re seeking a sharp legal assistant for our busy injury law firm who can help our attorneys and paralegals assist clients and keep the office running smoothly. You’ll work with the team to prepare a variety of legal documents, build files, and handle office correspondence like answering emails and phone calls, scheduling meetings and travel, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines. If you’re an excellent multitasker who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities: • Accept other administrative tasks as needed to assist the team and ensure the firm runs smoothly • Perform legal research, as needed, with help from attorneys and paralegals • Arrange travel, schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as depositions, and coordinate with outside vendors for events • Take care of administrative tasks and office correspondence by answering phone calls and emails, communicating with opposing attorney offices, taking dictation, and informing the team of upcoming deadlines • Assist with the creation of various litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits, contracts, and briefs for case preparation, and proofread documents a needed Qualifications: • Organizational skills and communication skills are necessary for this position • Able to meet demanding deadlines in a fast-paced environment • Associate’s degree, or some college is preferred; high school diploma or equivalent is necessary • Must speak Spanish fluently Compensation: $20 - $22 hourly