Legal Assistant (On-Site)
About The Position
Kaufman Dolowich LLP is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to join its growing New Jersey office. The role provides comprehensive administrative and litigation support to attorneys handling a variety of civil litigation matters. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced law firm environment while delivering exceptional client service. The Legal Assistant supports attorneys throughout all phases of litigation, prepares and files legal documents, maintains electronic case files, coordinates calendars and litigation events, monitors deadlines, communicates with clients and other parties, and assists with trial preparation, time entries, expenses, and billing. The position also involves handling confidential information professionally and performing other administrative and litigation support duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of litigation legal assistant experience.
- Experience supporting multiple attorneys in a busy litigation practice.
- Knowledge of New Jersey state and federal court filing procedures.
- Strong understanding of litigation terminology, procedures, and document preparation.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize competing deadlines.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with document management and legal practice technologies.
Responsibilities
- Support attorneys through all phases of litigation, from case inception through resolution.
- Prepare, revise, proofread, and e-file pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, correspondence, and other legal documents.
- Maintain and organize electronic case files and documents using the Firm's document management systems.
- Coordinate attorney calendars, court appearances, depositions, mediations, hearings, client meetings, and travel arrangements.
- Monitor case deadlines and assist in ensuring compliance with court rules and scheduling orders.
- Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, experts, and vendors.
- Assist with the preparation of exhibits, witness files, deposition materials, and trial binders.
- Process attorney time entries and expense reports, and assist with billing activities as needed.
- Support attorneys in managing workloads and maintaining accurate case information.
- Handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
- Perform other administrative and litigation support duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Discretionary bonus program.
- Robust benefits offering for full-time employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
