Legal Assistant/Paralegal (Family Law)
MentorWorks Education Capital, a workforce development company, is looking for a Legal Assistant/Paralegal (Family Law) to join one of our employer partners. Candidates will be screened by the MentorWorks team. If selected, the candidate will move on in the process to our employment partner.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Our client is seeking an experienced Paralegal with experience in Family Law to join their team in their Hackensack office. As a Paralegal you will be a crucial team member, providing exceptional service to our clients.
Responsibilities:
- Communicating with clients, opposing counsel, and court staff in a courteous and professional manner
- Managing busy and dynamic attorney calendars including confirming and coordinating court appearances, meetings, etc.
- Making copies, scanning, filing
- Assisting with court filings and assembling motions
- Compiling discovery for attorney review
- Running Child Support Guidelines
- Assisting in the preparation of Case Information Statements
- Reminding attorneys of deadlines for filings, appearances, meetings, etc.
- Ensure client files are up to date and organized and carrying client’s files and boxes.
Qualifications:
- 2 years of experience as a Family Law Legal Assistant/Paralegal
- Experience MUST BE in New Jersey and New Jersey cases/court
- Highly organized
- Be tech-savvy
- Have strong customer services skills
Compensation and Benefits:
- Salary $50,000 - $70,000 depending on years of experience and qualifications
- Health, Dental & Vision
- 9 AM to 5:30 PM
- 401 K with matching
- Flexible Spending Account
- Flexible Health Account
- Option for life and disability insurance
Location and Work Hours:
- This position is Hybrid and will work 3 days from home and 2 from the office in Hackensack, NJ
- 9 AM – 5:30 PM
| Number of Openings | 1 |
| Min Experience | 2 |
| Max Experience | 20 |
| Min Annual Salary | $ 50,000.00 |
| Max Annual Salary | $ 70,000.00 |
| City | Hackensack, NJ |
**Must have permanent US work authorization. Sponsorship is not available for this position.**