The law firm of Helmer, Conley & Kasselman, P.A. ( www.helmerlegal.com) is looking for a new team member in its Salem, New Jersey office. If your ideal job includes being busy, working with a very nice group of people, and utilizing your legal assistant experience, we may be a good place for you. We are looking for someone with great people skills, a strong work ethic, intelligence, highly motivated, comfortable with technology, an interest in a long-term career, legal experience, excellent computer skills, and an ability and desire to learn new things.
The candidate should have prior experience in estate planning, real estate, and estate administration and must possess strong typing and computer skills. Good interpersonal and organizational skills are required. The ability to speak fluent Spanish is a plus.
Essential Functions:
· Open files and prepare appropriate initial correspondence/pleadings
· File pleadings
· Draft correspondence in a professional manner
· Process and scan incoming mail
· Phone contact with clients and court personnel
· Follow up on outstanding tasks
· Answer incoming calls and route accordingly and/or obtain accurate information
· Manage attorney calendars
· Transcribe witness interviews and/or other recordings
Minimum Qualifications:
· Prior law firm experience
· Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook
· Ability to independently produce accurate work under tight deadlines
· Attentive attention to detail and organization skills are a MUST
As a Legal Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting our attorneys in providing high-quality legal services to our clients. You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of cases and gain valuable experience in the legal field. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, including health insurance and retirement plans. If you are organized, detail-oriented, and have a passion for the law, we would love to hear from you.
Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Thank you for considering this opportunity.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
Experience:
- Legal Assistant: 2 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Salem, NJ 08079 (Required)
Work Location: In person