What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at Semeraro & Fahrney, LLC?
We’re seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Paralegal to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 2–5 years of experience supporting attorneys in a fast-paced legal environment. This role involves case management, document preparation, client communication, and general administrative support.
Responsibilities:
- Draft and prepare legal documents, correspondence, and filings
- Maintain and organize case files and discovery materials
- Conduct legal research and summarize findings for attorney review
- Communicate with clients, courts, and other parties professionally and promptly
- Assist in trial preparation and scheduling
- Support attorneys with daily administrative and case management tasks
Qualifications:
- 2–5 years of paralegal experience (law firm or in-house legal department)
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal case management software
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Paralegal certificate preferred but not required
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Vision insurance
Semeraro & Fahrney, LLC is a boutique law firm concentrating in all aspects of Land Use Law, Redevelopment, and Affordable Housing Law and Civil Litigation. Our main office is located in Wayne, New Jersey with an additional office located in Parsippany, New Jersey.
The founding partners at Semeraro & Fahrney, LLC collectively have almost fifty years experience and have been practicing together for the past 10 years.
Salary : $50,000 - $60,000