Legal Administrative Assistant
Mandelbaum Barrett PC•Roseland, NJ
•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite
About The Position
Our Roseland, NJ office is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Legal Administrative Assistant to support attorneys within our Elder Law, Trusts & Estates, Probate Litigation, and Special Needs Practice Groups. This is a full-time, in-person role best suited for those who thrive in a fast-paced environment, those who enjoy helping others, and those who are excellent at remaining organized.
Requirements
- Prior experience as a legal assistant or administrative assistant in a law firm preferred
- Experience in Elder Law, Estate Planning, Estate Administration, Probate Litigation, Trusts & Estates, or related practice areas is a plus
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Familiarity with legal document management systems and e-filing platforms preferred
- Professional demeanor and strong client service skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys in Elder Law, Trusts & Estates, guardianship, estate administration, probate litigation, and special needs matters
- Revise, proofread, and format legal correspondence and documents
- Manage attorney calendars, appointments, court dates, and deadlines
- Conduct client intake interviews
- Coordinate client meetings, conference calls, and virtual meetings
- Open and maintain client files, both electronic and physical
- Communicate professionally with clients, courts, financial institutions, and healthcare providers
- Assist with preparation and filing of court pleadings and probate-related documents
- Handle document management, scanning, e-filing, and records organization
- Process incoming and outgoing mail and maintain case-related correspondence
- Track deadlines and assist with billing, time entry, and expense reporting
- Provide general administrative support to the legal team as needed
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- life and disability insurance
- 401 (k) retirement plan
- paid time off
- access to additional voluntary programs
- discretionary year-end bonuses
- merit-based increase
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
