Criminal Defense Legal Assistant

Job Position Title: Legal Assistant

Department: Criminal Defense

Location: Ocean, NJ

Shift Type: Full-Time

Work Shift: Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:15pm (Hours may fluctuate)

Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our Criminal Defense department. As a Legal Assistant, you will provide essential support to our Criminal Defense team, ensuring the smooth operation of our legal processes. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for law and a desire to contribute to the success of a fast-paced legal practice.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities (but Not Limited To)

• Manage administrative tasks such as client payments, managing received mail and plans, and thorough record keeping
• Organize and maintain all case files, including indexing/filing evidence
• Coordinate with clients, experts, municipalities, representatives, and other parties involved in the legal process
• Open and close files
• Prepare correspondence and communicate with clients on behalf of attorneys
• Assemble and send certified mail
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information, questions, and requests
• Answer phones in a pleasant and professional manner and communicate with clients, staff, professionals, and other attorneys daily by phone, email, and mailed correspondence
  
  

Skills

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in work
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment
• Some knowledge of legal terminology and procedures is a plus
  
  

Qualifications

• 0-2 Years of experience as a Legal Assistant
• An associate's degree or certification in paralegal studies is a plus
• Knowledge of the document management system iManage and the billing system Orion is a plus
  
  

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• FSA Plans
• Competitive 401(k) match
• 14 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Parental Leave
• All other duties and responsibilities as delegated.
  
  

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