Job Description

Fast paced Moorestown, NJ (Burlington County) law firm is seeking a full-time legal administrative assistant with 3-5 years of related experience in a law firm.

This position will provide direct legal administrative support to multiple attorneys in our Education Law department, and provide back-up administrative support for all firm attorneys.

Applicant must be professional, reliable, and detail-oriented with exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Tasks will include, but are not limited to, providing daily administrative support to assigned firm attorneys, organizing and maintaining large and small volume matters, preparation and proofreading of correspondence, legal documents and proposals, filing legal documents with state and federal courts (e-filing), and calendar management. Additionally, this applicant will handle various administrative tasks, as assigned.

Applicant must have proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel), be self-motivated, and have excellent organizational skills.

Job Requirements:

• 3-5 years of related experience in a law firm, Education Law experience is preferred;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel) and ability to learn legal software is required;
• Strong written and verbal communication;
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills with an ability to organize and prioritize multiple assignments, use initiative and judgement to accomplish assigned tasks, and complete assignments in an accurate and timely manner;
• Ability to pay attention to detail, work well under pressure;
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team;
• Assume responsibility for maintaining the highest level of confidentiality of all firm records, files, and client information;
• Must be able to lift file boxes of 10 - 20 pounds, as necessary.

The firm offers competitive salary and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, and 401(k). Salary will commensurate with experience and qualifications.

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