What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at Orion Placement?
Note: This position requires employees to be on-site five days a week at the Roseland, NJ office
About Our Client
Our client is a well-established law firm based in Roseland, NJ, specializing in various practice areas including public finance, land use, litigation, and more. They are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, and they offer a collaborative environment where team members are encouraged to thrive. The firm provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement savings options.
Job Description
Our client is seeking a Legal Assistant to support a team of attorneys across multiple practice areas, including litigation, land use, redevelopment, and affordable housing. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, motivated, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities include:
- Drafting, proofreading, and revising legal documents
- E-filing, redlining, and managing case files
- Coordinating attorney calendars, scheduling meetings and calls
- Processing time entries for attorneys and submitting expense reports
- Maintaining and organizing client files in NetDocs or similar document management systems
- Answering phones in a professional and timely manner
- Supporting attorneys in various legal tasks across multiple practice areas
Qualifications
- 2-5 years of experience supporting attorneys, preferably in litigation or land use
- Strong experience with e-filing and court document retrieval (Pacer, etc.)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe, NetDocs, iTimeKeep or similar time-entry software
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- High attention to detail and ability to proofread documents
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Opportunity to work in a collaborative and supportive team
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement savings
- On-site gym and other wellness benefits
- Diverse and inclusive workplace where your contributions are valued
- Chance to gain experience in multiple practice areas including litigation, land use, and public finance
JPC-166
Salary : $65,000 - $80,000
