Legal Secretary - Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

The Legal Secretary/Paralegal will work with other support staff and the firm's attorneys in real estate, litigation, and land use development matters. This position will assist attorneys in the management and handling of litigation matters in federal and state courts, including, but not limited to the preparation and filing of pleadings, preparation and management of discovery and trial preparation. This position will also assist attorneys in the management and handling of land use development matters and estate planning matters, like drafting Wills and Probate matters.

The Secretary/Paralegal will also assist attorneys in producing documents and correspondence by preparing formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving, copying, and transmitting text, data, and graphics via correspondence and/or e-mails; initiating telecommunications; organizing client meetings or conference calls; scheduling couriers, meetings and Court appearances; coordinating preparation of charts, graphs, and other visuals. Assists attorneys by documenting and inputting attorney billable time and reimbursable expenses.

Skills/Qualifications:

Successful candidates must have a minimum of one year experience in a law firm doing similar work. They must be dependable and professional, possess computer skills to accomplish the foregoing and have excellent telephone and interpersonal skills. Must be experienced in MS Word, Outlook, Excel, Centerbase, Time Matters and Time Slips. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Since 2006, Wisniewski & Associates, LLC® has focused on how to best serve our clients, developing a reputation for attaining strong results and earning the respect of our colleagues. Managing Partner John S. Wisniewski has earned a Distinguished Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell® for his high ethical standards and professional ability. He has also dedicated much of his life to public service, serving as a member of the New Jersey Legislature for twenty two years and as Chairman of the Assembly Transportation Committee and New Jersey Fire Safety Commission for much of that time. He brings that same dedication to his legal practice. People and business throughout New Jersey count on our firm for:
Personalized service — We approach each case with an open mind and take the time to understand the specific circumstances, so we can represent our clients’ interests effectively.
Reputable counsel — Clients trust us to provide credible advice and skilled representation, and we work hard every day to earn that trust.
Tailored legal support — We focus on a few key practice areas to offer our clients exceptional advocacy for a variety of issues within those fields.
No matter how complicated the issue, we are committed to maximizing your chances of obtaining a positive outcome.

Company Description

Since 2006, Wisniewski & Associates, LLC® has focused on how to best serve our clients, developing a reputation for attaining strong results and earning the respect of our colleagues. Managing Partner John S. Wisniewski has earned a Distinguished Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell® for his high ethical standards and professional ability. He has also dedicated much of his life to public service, serving as a member of the New Jersey Legislature for twenty two years and as Chairman of the Assembly Transportation Committee and New Jersey Fire Safety Commission for much of that time. He brings that same dedication to his legal practice. People and business throughout New Jersey count on our firm for:\r\nPersonalized service — We approach each case with an open mind and take the time to understand the specific circumstances, so we can represent our clients’ interests effectively.\r\nReputable counsel — Clients trust us to provide credible advice and skilled representation, and we work hard every day to earn that trust.\r\nTailored legal support — We focus on a few key practice areas to offer our clients exceptional advocacy for a variety of issues within those fields.\r\nNo matter how complicated the issue, we are committed to maximizing your chances of obtaining a positive outcome.