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Temporary Legal SecretaryWe are seeking an experienced Legal Secretary for a short-term, 6 to 8-week contract assignment located on-site in Morristown, NJ. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 4 years of legal secretarial experience and possess strong skills in legal document formatting, scheduling, and court e-filing. This role requires managing workflows for multiple attorneys in a fast-paced environment.Position Overview:Key Responsibilities:Calendar Management: Maintain and manage calendars for multiple attorneys; schedule meetings, appointments, and track court dates and filing deadlines.Legal Document Preparation: Type, draft, format, and proofread complex legal documents, including letters, pleadings, interrogatories, motions, and discovery materials.Advanced Formatting: Generate Tables of Contents (TOCs) and Tables of Authorities (TOAs) in compliance with court standards.E-Filing: Execute accurate state and federal court e-filings across relevant court portals.Administrative Support: Organize physical and electronic files, handle incoming/outgoing legal correspondence, and prioritize daily tasks to meet strict firm deadlines.Qualifications & Requirements:Experience: 3–4 years of experience as a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant.Technical Skills:Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.Hands-on experience with state and federal e-filing platforms.Proven skill in creating TOCs and TOAs.Core Competencies:Exceptional typing speed and accuracy.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Outstanding organizational and time management skills.Proven ability to multitask and prioritize workload for multiple attorneys.Work Requirement: Must be able to work 100% on-site (5 days per week) in Morristown, NJ.Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $28.00 - $32.00 Per Hour
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morristown, NJ, 07960, US
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