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Legal Assistant (Two Openings – Real Estate & Banking / Defense Litigation)
Location: Atlantic City, NJ
Job Type: Full-Time
Expected Hours: 37.5 per week
Pay Range: $25 – $29 per hour
A well-established law firm in Atlantic City is seeking two experienced Legal Assistants to join its team—one to support the Real Estate and Banking/Financial Services practice and the other for the Defense Litigation practice.
Position 1: Legal Assistant – Real Estate & Banking
Ideal candidates will be highly organized, proactive, and have experience in:
- Commercial Real Estate transactions
- Commercial Banking and Loan documentation
- Drafting and reviewing legal documents
- Supporting attorneys with case preparation and closing processes
Position 2: Legal Assistant – Defense Litigation
Ideal candidates must be well-versed in:
- Preparing legal documents and exhibits
- Electronic court filings (e-filing)
- Discovery management and litigation support
- Organizing and maintaining case files
Key Responsibilities (Both Positions)
- Provide confidential administrative support to attorneys
- Manage incoming mail, faxes, and deliveries
- Transcribe legal dictation and complete typing assignments
- Maintain legal files, correspondence, records, and databases
- Schedule and coordinate attorney calendars, meetings, and court appearances
- Draft, edit, and format legal documents and correspondence
- Work independently to complete assignments and meet deadlines
- Perform other administrative duties as needed
Qualifications
- 3–5 years of prior legal assistant experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of legal terminology and procedures
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook and Word (document drafting and revisions)
- Experience with NetDocs is a plus
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with minimal supervision
- Professional appearance and demeanor
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life and Voluntary Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Holidays & Floating Holidays
- Employee Discounts
- Wellness Programs
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Day Shift)
Work Location: On-site in Atlantic City, NJ
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $29.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- legal assistant: 3 years (Required)
- defense litigation: 2 years (Preferred)
- real estate or banking: 2 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Atlantic City, NJ 08401 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Atlantic City, NJ 08401: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $29