Legal Assistant - Family Law

Bridgewater, NJ
Full Time
Experienced
Legal Assistant - Family Law

Bridgewater, NJ

Note: This position requires employees to be on-site five days a week at the Bridgewater, NJ office.

Note: This role is a legal administrative assistant position and is a strict 9-5 schedule with the ability to work late if needed (not frequently)

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established law firm specializing in family law. Their attorneys handle all aspects of family law, including divorce, child custody, equitable distribution, and child support. They have a reputation for taking cases to the highest levels of the legal system in New Jersey and offer a supportive environment for families facing legal challenges.

Job Description

  • Provide administrative and clerical support to the Managing Attorney and Associates
  • Manage the office calendar, including scheduling and monitoring deadlines
  • Handle incoming calls and communicate with clients, law offices, and courts
  • Maintain client systems and files (both hard copy and electronic)
  • Format and process legal documents, including filings via JEDS
  • Handle office duties such as ordering supplies and managing building-related tasks
  • Prepare mail packages, scan documents, and make copies
  • Support attorneys by ensuring tasks are completed promptly and accurately

Qualifications

  • 1+ years of recent legal administrative assistant experience in family law
  • Knowledge of New Jersey e-courts and legal processes
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Why This is a Great Opportunity

  • Competitive salary: $55,000 - $70,000 per year, based on experience
  • Comprehensive benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, paid time off
  • Opportunity to work with a respected family law firm with a focus on professional growth

JOB CODE: JPC - 83

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Experience:

  • recent legal assistant family law: 1 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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