Paralegal - Macnow & Papaleo Attorneys at Law (Colts Neck)
Position Summary
Boutique law firm located in Colt Neck, NJ seeking to fill a part time legal assistant position with opportunity to transition to full time.
Salary commensurate with experience. This is not a remote, seasonal, or summer position. This is not an internship. We are looking for a self motivated Legal assistant to ensure smooth running of the office and effective case management. You will provide a broad spectrum of legal services under the supervision of an attorney.Job Responsibilities
-Provide administrative support to lawyer and enhance office effectiveness. Dictation. -Prepare case briefs and summarize depositions, interrogatories and testimony. -Type up and file basic legal documents and correspondence. -Answer and direct phone calls. -Maintain contact lists. -Monitor deadlines and office calendars. -Handle communication with clients, witnesses etc. -Schedule meetings, appointments, and interviews. -Organize paperwork. -Maintain legal files and other relevant information in digital databases. -Write drafts of contracts, letters, and legal documents. -Gather information about cases. -Assist attorneys to prepare for trials and hearings. -Prepare and deliver affidavits. -Perform billing and accounting duties. Salary: $20.00 – $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 25 – 45 per week Schedule: 4 hour shift 8 hour shift Choose your own hours Day shift Monday to Friday No nights No weekends
Qualifications
1+ year of professional office experience required.
-Proven working experience as legal assistant or paralegal.
-Familiarity with legal terminology, legal procedures and protocols, and court system.
-Satisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operations of a legal office.
-Computer literacy.
-Proficiency in English.
-Excellent secretarial and organizational skills.
-Ability to juggle multiple activities and work under pressure.
-Notary preferred.
Experience:
Law Office: 1 year (Required)
Professional Office: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
Paralegal Certificate (Preferred)
Certified Notary Public (Preferred)
Additional Information
Job Location: Colts Neck, NJ
Salary Range: $20-30/hour
Benefits:
-401(k) matching
-Flexible schedule
-Free parking
-Health insurance
-Opportunities for advancement
-Paid sick time
-Paid time off
-Retirement plan
How To Apply: Email resume to RM@MACNOWLAW.COM
or to LHP@MACNOWLAW.COM
PK 3/14/2013