Paralegal - Macnow & Papaleo Attorneys at Law (Colts Neck)

Boutique law firm located in Colt Neck, NJ seeking to fill a part time legal assistant position with opportunity to transition to full time.
Salary commensurate with experience.
This is not a remote, seasonal, or summer position. This is not an internship.
We are looking for a self motivated Legal assistant to ensure smooth running of the office and effective case management. You will provide a broad spectrum of legal services under the supervision of an attorney.

Job Responsibilities

-Provide administrative support to lawyer and enhance office effectiveness.
Dictation.
-Prepare case briefs and summarize depositions, interrogatories and testimony.
-Type up and file basic legal documents and correspondence.
-Answer and direct phone calls.
-Maintain contact lists.
-Monitor deadlines and office calendars.
-Handle communication with clients, witnesses etc.
-Schedule meetings, appointments, and interviews.
-Organize paperwork.
-Maintain legal files and other relevant information in digital databases.
-Write drafts of contracts, letters, and legal documents.
-Gather information about cases.
-Assist attorneys to prepare for trials and hearings.
-Prepare and deliver affidavits.
-Perform billing and accounting duties.
Salary: $20.00 – $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25 – 45 per week
Schedule:
4 hour shift
8 hour shift
Choose your own hours
Day shift
Monday to Friday
No nights
No weekends

Qualifications

1+ year of professional office experience required.
2+ year of professional office experience preferred.
-Proven working experience as legal assistant or paralegal.
-Familiarity with legal terminology, legal procedures and protocols, and court system.
-Satisfactory knowledge of day-to-day operations of a legal office.
-Computer literacy.
-Proficiency in English.
-Excellent secretarial and organizational skills.
-Ability to juggle multiple activities and work under pressure.
-Notary preferred.

Experience:
Law Office: 1 year (Required)
Professional Office: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:
Paralegal Certificate (Preferred)
Certified Notary Public (Preferred)

Additional Information

Job Location: Colts Neck, NJ
Salary Range: $20-30/hour
Benefits:
-401(k) matching
-Flexible schedule
-Free parking
-Health insurance
-Opportunities for advancement
-Paid sick time
-Paid time off
-Retirement plan

How To Apply: Email resume to [email protected]
or to [email protected]

PK 3/14/2013