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Legal Secretary/Assistant– Hackensack, NJ (On-Site, 5 Days/Week)
Our client, a well-established and highly respected law firm in Hackensack, NJ, is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with attorneys in a fast-paced, professional environment where your organizational and administrative expertise will have a direct impact.
This role is fully on-site, offering strong stability, a collaborative team culture, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive base salary up to $80K (Depending on experience)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- 401(k) plan
- Generous PTO – 4 weeks
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide high-level administrative support to multiple attorneys
- Draft, edit, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and memoranda
- Manage busy calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate conference calls
- Handle high-volume phone communication and client interactions professionally
- Maintain and organize client files and matter tracking systems
- Process expense reports, check requests, and client documentation
- Manage incoming/outgoing mail, email, and document workflows
- Enter attorney time into billing systems and assist with timekeeping
- Support document management through scanning, filing, and retrieval systems
- Assist with dictation and additional administrative needs as required
Qualifications:
- 5 years of experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar role
- Associate’s degree or equivalent experience
- Strong typing skills (65 WPM with high accuracy)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
- Experience with timekeeping systems (Carpe Diem or similar preferred)
- Familiarity with document management systems (e.g., Hummingbird or similar)
- Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking abilities
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities
This is a great opportunity for a seasoned legal administrative professional who enjoys being a key support partner to attorneys and contributing to a high-performing team.
Salary : $70,000 - $80,000