Legal Assistant- Commercial Litigation

Our Client in Atlantic City, New Jersey is seeking a highly professional and experienced Legal Assistant to join our team with a background in commercial litigation. Must be well versed in preparing all types of legal documents and exhibits, and with e-filing with the courts.. This is a DIRECT HIRE position, offering $25-$30 per hour, based on experience. This is a full-time role, Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities:

• Provides confidential administrative support to attorneys.
• Receives, sorts and distributes incoming mail, faxes and deliveries.
• Performs typing assignments, transcribes dictation involving legal terminology.
• Establishes, maintains, processes and oversees files, correspondence, databases, records, certificates and/or other documents.
• Schedules appointments and performs other duties related to maintaining attorney schedules. May schedule and coordinate meetings and conferences, arranges for conferences and teleconferences.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 

• Knowledge of standard office procedures, computers and related software applications
• Knowledge of legal terminology and procedures
• Ability to create, compose and edit written communications and materials
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a broad range of clients in a diverse community
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Experience with NetDocs, a plus
• Organized and task-oriented to ensure deadlines are met
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information
• Professional in appearance and manner
• Prior Legal Administration experience, preferred.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Insurance
• Employee Discount
• Flexible Spending Account
• Holidays & Floating Holidays
• Paid Time-Off
• Paid Sick Time
• Wellness Programs
• Free parking