Overview
Legal Assistant Jobs in Eatontown, NJ at The Axel Group
Litigation Legal Assistant
Our client, a well established, multi specialty law firm based in the Eatontown, NJ area, is seeking a Litigation Legal Assistant to join their rapidly growing team. This mid to large size firm is known for little to no turnover and a strong internal growth culture. This is an opportunity to support a busy litigation practice with a clear path to Paralegal over time.
Litigation Legal Assistant Responsibilities:
- Prepare, edit, and proofread legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court rules and deadlines
- File documents electronically with state and federal courts
- Maintain attorney calendars and schedule depositions, hearings, mediations, and meetings
- Monitor litigation deadlines and maintain case calendars
- Organize and manage case files, both physically and electronically
- Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, experts, and vendors
- Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and witness files
- Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence and manage document workflow
- Prepare expense reports and time entries
- Provide exceptional client service with confidentiality and professionalism
Litigation Legal Assistant Requirements:
- Minimum of 2 years of litigation legal assistant experience in a law firm
- Proficiency in eCourts and NJ caseload experience required
- Knowledge of state and federal court filing procedures
- Experience with litigation case management and calendaring
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel)
- Experience with legal document management systems and electronic filing platforms
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with attorneys and staff
Benefits:
- 401K with company match
- Life insurance
- Eye care reimbursement
- PTO on an accrual basis
- Clear growth path to Paralegal
Salary: $60,000 to $65,000
Other Openings with This Firm:
- Environmental Paralegal: $65,000
- Bankruptcy Paralegal: $65,000
- Environmental Administrative Assistant: $60,000
- Real Estate Administrative Assistant: $55,000
- Other administrative/receptionist roles available!
Pay: $60,000.00 – $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Title: Legal Assistant
Company: The Axel Group
Location: Eatontown, NJ
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