Defense Litigation Legal Assistant

Our Client in Atlantic City, New Jersey is seeking a Legal Assistant with Defense Litigation experience for an exciting DIRECT HIRE (not contract to hire) position. This is a Full Time position offering $25.00-$29.00 per hour based on experience. 

The ideal candidate will be well versed in preparing all types of legal documents and exhibits, and e-filing with the NJ courts.

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:

• A minimum of 1 year prior experience, preferred.
• 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 professionally and 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.