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 very low 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