Legal Assistant - Litigation

Tromberg, Miller, Morris and Partners PLLC is a top-rated law firm focused on integrity, professionalism and providing the highest quality legal services in the mortgage default industry. The East Orange, NJ location is seeking a full-time, detail-oriented and proactive Legal Assistant - Litigation to assist the attorneys with a variety of tasks. This role requires excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys with the preparation of correspondences, form pleadings, basic motions and notices for attorney’s review.
• Manage and track all incoming mail and correspondence and notify the clients of the same.
• Calendar deadlines, schedule hearings and mediations.
• Request hourly fee approval from clients.
• Prepare trial packages.
• Coordinate with judges, opposing counsel, clients and other legal positions in case.
• Input and maintain case information in our case management system and client systems to reflect detailed and up-to-date statuses.
• Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, vendors, court representatives and case parties to provide updates and gather necessary information.

Desired skills and experience:

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Apps such as Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams.
• Foreclosure law or any civil law office experience preferred, but not required.
• Ability to communicate positively, clearly, professionally, and personably in both written and verbal communication channels.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Remote