Legal Assistant - Litigation

Genova Burns LLC•Newark, NJ

1d•$70,000 - $87,500•Onsite

About The Position

Genova Burns LLC is seeking an experienced Litigation Assistant for its Newark, New Jersey office. The position provides litigation document, filing, calendar, time-entry, file-management, and administrative support to assigned attorneys. The successful candidate is adaptable, professional under pressure, accurate, service-oriented, and contributes to a collaborative workplace.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
At least five years of experience as a legal secretary required.
Knowledge of document management systems; iManage is preferred.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work as a team player.
Ability to maintain professionalism in high-stress situations and adapt to changing workloads and responsibilities.
Strong attention to accuracy and completeness in written communications and legal documents.

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred, but not required.
Experience with iManage document management system preferred.

Responsibilities

Draft and format briefs, pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents.
Prepare Tables of Authorities and Tables of Contents.
Prepare and assist with document productions.
File and e-file legal documents with state and federal courts.
Proofread documents regularly and accurately to ensure completeness and accuracy.
Update and maintain client files.
Electronically file client-related documents.
Maintain attorney calendars in Outlook, including scheduling appointments and calendaring due dates.
Enter, review, and revise attorney time accurately.
Provide full administrative support to assigned attorneys.