Legal Secretary
$55,000–$65,000 year
On-site · Westfield, New Jersey, United States
Job Summary
Experienced Legal Secretary needed to manage attorney calendars, including scheduling appointments, meetings, court appearances, and deadlines; coordinate communications with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and other parties; prepare, format, proofread, and distribute legal documents; maintain and organize case files; track deadlines and ensure timely completion of tasks across multiple matters; provide administrative support to attorneys and assist with client intake and general office operations. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills are required; prior law-firm experience and familiarity with elder law, estate planning, probate, or related areas are a plus.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar legal support role.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Experience working in a law firm environment preferred.
- Experience in elder law, estate planning, probate, or related practice areas is a plus.
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