Legal Assistant

Position: Legal Assistant

Location: Red Bank, NJ 07701

Job Type: Full Time – Onsite

Our client is a boutique family law firm based in Red Bank, NJ, committed to providing attentive, client-focused legal services. The firm values professionalism, clear communication, and thorough case preparation. Team members collaborate closely to support clients through each stage of the legal process. The work environment emphasizes integrity, respect, and continuous learning. Staff are encouraged to contribute ideas that improve client service and office efficiency.

Role Description

• This is a full-time, on-site Legal Assistant role based in Red Bank, NJ.
• The Legal Assistant will support attorneys with daily case management, including organizing files, maintaining calendars, scheduling appointments, and tracking deadlines.
• Responsibilities include preparing, formatting, and proofreading legal documents; filing documents with courts or relevant agencies; and managing correspondence with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties.
• The role involves answering phones, greeting visitors, handling mail, and performing general administrative tasks to keep the office running smoothly.
• The Legal Assistant will also assist with client intake, gathering and organizing case-related information, and updating case management systems and databases as needed.

Qualifications

• Foundational understanding of law and legal procedures, with prior experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar legal support role.
• Proficiency in legal document preparation, including drafting, formatting, and organizing legal pleadings, letters, and forms.
• Strong communication skills, including clear written and verbal communication with clients, attorneys, courts, and external partners.
• Administrative assistance skills, including calendar management, file organization (digital and physical), data entry, and office coordination.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, handle sensitive information responsibly, and exercise sound judgment.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Comfort using office software and legal practice tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, document management or case management systems).
• High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree, or paralegal/legal assistant certificate is preferred.
• Prior experience in a law firm or legal environment in New Jersey is a plus, especially familiarity with local court rules and filing procedures.