Job Description

Job description

Busy Monmouth County personal injury law firm seeking highly motivated, goal-oriented person with great initiative who is capable of working independently in the office when necessary. Expanding, fast paced law firm is looking for a multi-tasking Legal Assistant. Applicant should possess excellent communication skills and a strong desire to grow with us. Prior law office experience is a plus. We are looking for a team player, someone with organization, versatility and excellent interpersonal skills.

Please include resume and salary requirements.

PLEASE INDICATE ON YOUR COVER LETTER YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE WITH THE ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS LISTED BELOW.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Proficient in the handling of Workers' Compensation & Personal Injury cases;
• Prepare and file pleadings;
• Prepare correspondence and other documents;
• Answer inbound calls and respond to inbound emails;
• Maintain calendar and schedule, including managing phone calls and meetings;
• Make outbound calls, and send emails, on behalf of firm's employees;
• Draft letters, memos, correspondence and legal documents for attorney review and/or filing;
• Prepare and edit documents and legal forms;
• Work well with all of the Company’s employees and pitch in when other administrative assistants are on vacation or are busy;
• General office duties to include, but not limited to: photocopying, faxing, mailing, filing, answering phones;
• Upholding and maintaining good employee and client relations and a positive team atmosphere; and
• Must have good written and verbal skills, good attention to detail, strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior law firm experience required;

• MS Word Proficient;

• Ability to work independently in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment;

• Excellent organizational skills;

• Excellent oral and written communication skills;

• Ability to multi-task.

Qualified candidates should forward cover letter, resume and salary requirements. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Job Type: Full-time