What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant – Family Law position at C&M Legal Search, LLC?
The firm is seeking a Family Law Legal Assistant with a minimum of five years of experience to provide essential support to attorneys in the Family Law Department. The role involves managing attorney calendars, coordinating court appearances and hearings, drafting legal documents under attorney supervision, conducting investigative research, and assisting with client billing and collections. Additional responsibilities include document scanning and e-filing, facilitating client communications, and ensuring compliance with NJ family law procedures.
Candidates must be proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and Kofax, possess strong organizational and time-management skills, and have excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Familiarity with NJ family law principles, statutes, codes, and court rules is required. The ideal candidate should be adept at handling sensitive client interactions and managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment. Digital dictation skills and a willingness to work overtime when needed are preferred.
This is a full-time, in-office role with a salary range of $65,000–$85,000, based on experience and qualifications.
Salary : $65,000 - $85,000
