About this opportunity
LHH lists this Legal Assistant opportunity in city of passaic, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Legal Assistant | Direct Hire
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Passaic County, NJ | $75K–$89K | Fully On-Site
We are seeking a Legal Assistant with prior law firm experience to support attorneys handling multiple practice areas.
This is a highly administrative, hands-on role for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to grow within a collaborative legal environment.
This is a great opportunity for a Legal Assistant looking to deepen their experience, learn different practice areas, and become a dedicated member of a supportive legal team.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare, edit, and format legal documents and correspondence
Manage calls, emails, mailings, and attorney administrative needs
Open, maintain, and close client matters
Prepare client/matter intake documentation
Enter attorney time
Handle certified mail and FedEx shipments
Contact court offices and assist with court-related administrative matters
E-file documents through the NJ Courts system
Manage and convert PDFs using Adobe Acrobat Pro
Provide cross-coverage and administrative support to other team members
Required:
Previous Legal Assistant/law firm experience
NJ Courts e-filing experience
Ability to confidently navigate the New Jersey Courts system
Strong Microsoft Word skills
Adobe Acrobat Pro/PDF experience
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Professional, proactive, team-oriented approach
Excel experience is a plus;
PowerPoint is used onlyoccasionally.
Benefits
401(k) with employer match
Comprehensive health plans (medical, xzgxqkn dental, and vision)
Vacation and paid time off (PTO)
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Worksite address
city of passaic, NJ, 07055, US
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