What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Assistant position at TSS - Temporary Staffing + Search?
TSS is assisting our client, an award-winning mid-size legal firm, in hiring a Legal Assistant. This is a full-time, direct-time, onsite opportunity in Roseland, NJ. This role can be 2 days remote if you meet their required skill set.
The Legal Assistant will support 3 Attorneys specializing in white-collar criminal litigation and defense. This role involves handling various administrative and legal tasks critical to case management and the team's success.
Key Responsibilities :
- Provide administrative support, including preparing legal documents, organizing files, and managing data.
- Oversee all aspects of expungement procedures, including drafting and filing documents.
- Draft and revise legal documents such as motions, subpoenas, briefs, and discovery requests.
- Maintain attorney schedules, coordinating court appearances, client meetings, and deadlines.
- Handle electronic filing of court documents at state (e.g., NJ / NY) and federal levels using platforms like E-Courts and PACER.
- Assist with reviewing and organizing discovery materials and case evidence.
- Communicate professionally with clients, ensuring confidentiality and responsive service.
- Track billable hours and assist with invoicing using billing software.
- Provide additional litigation team support as needed, including occasional overtime to meet deadlines.
Qualifications :
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS :
The salary range for this role is $75,000-$85,000yr DOE. All health coverage starts your first day! Health benefits include : Medical, Vision, and Dental. Other benefits : Life Insurance, AD&D, LTD, 401k, Pet Insurance, 10 days PTO, Paid Sick Leave,
ABOUT TSS :
TSS (Temporary Staffing & Search) is a boutique employment agency established in 1999, dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with organizations that are making a difference. Originally founded as Temporary Staffing by Suzanne Ltd., TSS has evolved over the years while maintaining its core belief : that every person has value and deserves to be treated with respect. We are still a woman-owned enterprise, and we continue to nurture the strong personal relationships we've built over the past two decades within our extensive network of job seekers and employers.
TSS proudly follows all equal opportunity employment policies and employs personnel without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, and marital status.
TSS specializes in working with mission-driven organizations, particularly in the non-profit and foundation sectors. Our deep understanding of this space allows us to offer tailored staffing solutions that make a meaningful impact.
We thrive on engaging with candidates and clients to understand their unique needs. Our success is rooted in developing long-lasting relationships, providing extraordinary care, attention, and time to every assignment or placement.
As TSS moves forward , we’re embracing cutting-edge advancements in technology to broaden our reach and refine our approach. By integrating AI-driven insights, we can expand our network, connect with a more diverse pool of candidates, and present tailored job opportunities that align precisely with clients' needs. This blend of technology and fresh perspectives allows us to remain a leader in the staffing industry, dedicated to creating meaningful, forward-thinking connections while still staying on top of best practices.
Our mission at TSS is to use employment as a tool to contribute to the good of society. We believe that diverse voices, experiences, and talent inspire the innovation and empathy needed to create a better world.
Salary : $75,000 - $85,000
