Legal Assistant
hace 1 mes
Hackensack
Job Description We’re seeking a sharp legal assistant for our busy law firm who can help our attorneys and paralegals assist clients and keep the office running smoothly. You’ll work with the team to prepare a variety of legal documents, and handle office correspondence like answering emails and phone calls, scheduling meetings and travel, and reminding the team of upcoming deadlines. If you’re an excellent multitasker who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! Compensation: $20 hourly Responsibilities: • Accept other administrative tasks as needed to assist the team and ensure the firm runs smoothly, • Perform legal research, as needed, with help from attorneys and paralegals, • Arrange travel, schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as depositions, and coordinate with outside vendors for events, • Take care of administrative tasks and office correspondence by answering phone calls and emails, communicating with opposing attorney offices, taking dictation, and informing the team of upcoming deadlines, • Assist with the creation of various litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits, contracts, and briefs for case preparation, and proofread documents a neededQualifications:, • Organizational skills and communication skills are necessary for this position, • 1-2 years of prior experience in a law firm environment as a secretary or administrative assistant, • Able to meet demanding deadlines in a fast-paced environment, • Candidates should be able to type at least 50 words per minute, • Associate’s degree, or some college is preferred; high school diploma or equivalent is necessary, • Must speak Spanish fluentlyAbout Company At Willis Injury Law, LLC, our priority is fighting for the rights of individuals who have suffered due to the negligence of others. Our founder, attorney Michael Todd Willis, has over 25 years of experience in hard-fought litigation and advocating for personal injury victims. We understand the physical, emotional, and financial turmoil that an injury can bring, and we’re here to help the injured get the justice and compensation they deserve.
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