What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Legal Assistant position at The Panther Group?
Now Hiring: Legal Assistant – Litigation | Roseland, NJ
We’re seeking an experienced Legal Assistant with a strong litigation background for a full-time, direct-hire opportunity with an established law firm in northern New Jersey.
This role is ideal for someone who knows the demands of a busy litigation practice, can manage competing deadlines, and is comfortable preparing and formatting legal documents with minimal direction.
Responsibilities:
- Provide day-to-day administrative and legal support to attorneys handling commercial litigation matters.
- Prepare, revise, format, and proofread legal documents, pleadings, briefs, correspondence, and other case-related materials.
- Manage electronic court filings, including filings in New Jersey state and federal courts.
- Coordinate deadlines, maintain case files, and organize legal documents and records.
- Transcribe digital dictation and assist with document preparation and general litigation administration.
- Communicate professionally with attorneys, clients, court personnel, and other external contacts.
- Support a fast-paced practice involving commercial disputes and related litigation matters.
Qualifications:
- At least 5 years of legal assistant experience, with a strong background in litigation support.
- Experience with New Jersey court e-filing is required; New York e-filing experience is a plus.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Microsoft Word document formatting and styles.
- Ability to format complex legal documents and briefs, apply Word styles correctly, and maintain consistent document structure.
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize multiple assignments under tight deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and a proactive, team-oriented approach.
Additional Details:
- Full-time, direct-hire position.
- Hybrid schedule available after probationary period, with four days in the office and one remote day per week.
- Opportunity to support a growing litigation practice and work closely with attorneys.
If you have substantial litigation experience and are looking for an opportunity where your organizational skills, document preparation expertise, and ability to keep matters moving will make an impact, we’d welcome the opportunity to connect.