Paralegal / Legal Assistant (Matrimonial)

The Paralegal will assist family law attorneys by providing clerical and research support services including document preparation and review; interviewing clients and witnesses; research, investigations, and fact checking; and trial preparation.

_ Paralegal Tasks_

• Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
• Anticipates the needs of the department and oversees case progress proactively.
• Performs billable work as directed by the attorney(s).
• Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
• Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
• Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
• Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
• Assures paper files are immediately uploaded into the electronic system.
• Assists attorneys with trial preparation.
• Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
• Performs administrative support tasks including but not limited to entering, auditing, and managing billable hours for attorney(s).
• Assures that all records, correspondence, and supporting materials are stored, catalogued, and accessible in the electronic system.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams etc), online case filing and management tools, iManage, and other applicable legal applications.

• Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.

Education and Experience

Associates Degree in Paralegal Studies and / or Paralegal Certification is required. An abundance of recent experience and demonstrated expertise in this specific area might be considered in lieu of certification and / or degree. Bachelor’s Degree is preferred. Two years of matrimonial experience required.

This role is 100% on site in our New Providence, NJ office.

(We are NOT open to hearing from staffing agencies, please do not reach out. )

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00 - $41.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 35 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person