- Salary
- $70k – $73k/yr
- Location
- Red Bank, New Jersey, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Legal
- Education
- High School
- Source
- BetterTeam
Description
Greenbaum Law is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys in the Litigation & Real Estate Practice Group at the firm’s Red Bank, New Jersey office. The ideal candidate will have prior legal secretarial experience in a New Jersey law firm or comparable legal environment, with knowledge of litigation procedures, commercial real estate matters, document preparation, court e-filing, scheduling, and legal technology. Experience with iManage/FileSite/WorkSite is preferred.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative support to multiple attorneys, including calendar management, scheduling, deadline tracking, and correspondence.
- Prepare, edit, proofread, format, and electronically file pleadings, discovery documents, agreements, leases, contracts, correspondence, and other legal documents.
- Manage client intake, electronic files, attorney time entry, billing, and case/transaction records.
- Support litigation matters, including court filings, discovery, deadlines, and case preparation.
- Assist with commercial real estate transactions, including closings, leases, contracts, closing checklists, and post-closing documentation.
- Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, lenders, title companies, brokers, and other third parties.
- Perform additional administrative and legal support duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- At least a minimum of four (4) years of legal secretarial experience in a New Jersey law firm or comparable legal environment.
- Experience supporting general litigation, commercial real estate and leasing. Land use matters is a plus..
- Strong knowledge of legal terminology, document preparation, and transaction procedures.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, iManage/FileSite/WorkSite, and legal billing/timekeeping systems.
- Excellent organizational, communication, proofreading, and document production skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Compensation & Benefits: The anticipated salary range for this position is $70,000–$73,000 annually, based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. Actual compensation may vary. The stated salary range is a good faith estimate and does not guarantee a specific salary offer. Greenbaum offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance; FSA; 401(k); paid vacation and personal time; and additional voluntary benefits.
Application Instructions: Qualified candidates should submit a resume to [email protected] with a brief summary of relevant practice experience and “LLSQ3” in the subject line. Only candidates whose qualifications align with the position will be contacted. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background screening.
No phone inquiries. Recruiter or agency submissions will not be accepted.
