Legal Assistant Paralegal
choi law firmHackensack, NJ
Legal Assistant Paralegal
L5
choi law firmHackensack, NJ3 days ago
Occupations
Paralegals and Legal AssistantsLegal Support Workers, All OtherLegal Secretaries and Administrative AssistantsJoin a Growing, High-Performance Legal TeamWe are seeking an experienced and highly organized Legal Assistant / Paralegal with 5+ years of experience to join our dynamic and expanding law firm. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with seasoned attorneys licensed in both New Jersey and New York, with a primary focus on Family Law and exposure to Trusts & Estates (Planning and Litigation), and Commercial Litigation. The ideal candidate is extremely detail-oriented, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where precision, discretion, and client service are paramount. You will play a key role in supporting attorneys, managing cases, and contributing to the firm’s continued growth.
Key Responsibilities: Document Preparation & Filing
- Draft, review, and file legal documents for matrimonial and family law matters
- Ensure accuracy, proper formatting, and strict compliance with court rules and deadlines Case Management
- Maintain and organize case files (digital and physical)
- Assist with discovery, document production, and evidence management
- Track deadlines and ensure timely progression of all matters Legal Research
- Conduct legal and factual research to support case strategy and preparation Attorney Support
- Provide end-to-end support from client intake through resolution
- Anticipate attorney needs and proactively manage workflows Office & Systems Coordination
- Manage calendars, scheduling, and internal processes
- Utilize and help optimize case management systems (e.g., Clio, LEAP) Client Interaction
- Serve as a professional point of contact for clients
- Prepare and update intake forms and maintain clear, timely communication
Qualifications: Experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal
- Strong background in Family Law and/or Trusts & Estates preferred Core Skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
- Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset Education & Languages
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Fluency in Korean or Spanish is a strong plus
What We Offer:
- Competitive Compensation, commensurate with experience
- Benefits: 401(k), Health Insurance
- Collaborative Work Environment with a professional, respectful team
- Career Growth Opportunities in a firm that is actively expanding
Position Details:
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM (1-hour lunch break)
- Location: Fort Lee, NJ (in-person; commute required) If you are a motivated legal professional who takes pride in delivering high-quality work andexceptional client service, we encourage you to apply
Apply now
Level
SeniorL5
Location
Hackensack, NJ
Occupation
Paralegals and Legal Assistants
Industry
Offices of Lawyers
Posted
3 days ago
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