About this opportunity
Einhorn Barbarito lists this Paralegal opportunity in bergen county, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
We are seeking a Matrimonial/Family Law Paralegal to join our Hackensack, NJ team!
Responsibilities
Effectively communicate with clients
Create, scan and maintain files in NetDocuments document library
Perform conflict searches, external searches, and process client intake forms, schedule consultations
Prepare, review and edit a wide range of legal documents and correspondence of a confidential nature, ensuring high quality, accuracy and comprehensiveness
Perform duties with due diligence and a proactive approach
Establish and maintain a current calendar of events and a deadline reminder system for lawyers – schedule meetings and client appointments
Act as a liaison between assigned lawyer(s) and clients, internal departments and external affiliates including financial institutions, municipal and government departments as requested
Enter timesheets into time management system for group’s attorneys
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Qualifications
Candidates should have superb organizational skills and the ability to multi-task, excellent written and oral communication skills, exceptional attention to detail, ability to meet deadlines and complete projects, top notch computer skills. Qualified candidate will have the ability to work independently, maintain confidential and highly sensitive information and be proactive.
Experience as a legal secretary or paralegal
Bachelor's degree or Paralegal certificate
Strong knowledge of legal terminology and procedures
Excellent organization and time management skills
Attention to detail and accuracy in work
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Who can apply
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