Senior Legal Assistant/Paralegal
YK Solutions•Edison, NJ
•Onsite
About The Position
The Senior Legal Assistant/Paralegal will provide high-level administrative and legal support to the firm's Equity Partner. The role requires an experienced legal professional with strong organizational, communication, and case management skills. A minimum of seven years of legal experience is required, preferably in personal injury law. The position is permanent and on-site in Edison, New Jersey.
Requirements
- Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal.
- Strong knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and document preparation.
- Excellent organizational, multitasking, and time management skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management software.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Nice To Haves
- Personal injury litigation experience is strongly preferred.
- Medical malpractice experience is ideal; otherwise, willingness to learn.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct administrative and legal support to the Equity Partner.
- Manage complex calendars, court deadlines, appointments, and case schedules.
- Draft, review, and prepare legal correspondence, pleadings, discovery, and other legal documents.
- Maintain and organize case files, medical records, and litigation documents.
- Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, courts, insurance carriers, and medical providers.
- Assist with trial preparation, deposition scheduling, and case management.
- Ensure compliance with court rules, filing deadlines, and firm procedures.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 11 paid holidays
- 10 vacation days
- 5 paid sick days
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
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