Paralegal(Certified) Position Available In Mercer, New Jersey

Job Title:

Paralegal(Certified)

Location:

Hamilton, NJ 08619

Pay Rate:

$27.50/hr. on W2 without benefits

Shifts Timing:

Monday through Friday 8:00 am-4:30 pm OR Lunch period: 1 Hour (Unpaid)

Duration:

12+months

Job Description:

Assists in researching legal areas of concern to members for the legal staff. Conducts independent research into legal areas of concern regarding own work and preparation. Assists in the drafting of memoranda communicating discussion of legal topics, and the review and consideration of issues relating to the work of the legal section including memorialization of legal research. Assists in the preparation of formal correspondence to agencies, courts, legislators, and others with whom the employing agency must correspond, involving legal points of interest and matters in issue. Assists in the preparation of formal correspondence in response to citizen inquiries and other similar matters. Assists in the preparation of formal pleadings in the nature of complaints, answers, motions, interrogatories, and other appropriate documents for utilization in proceedings before courts and agencies. Conducts reviews of cited legal decisions in order to determine their precedential value. Conducts proofreading of legal documents. Organizes and maintains information related to the function of the legal section in order to ensure ready accessibility to such information, and retrieves such information upon request. Assists in the instruction and guidance of clerical support personnel when directly related to the legal functions being performed. Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and computerized information system used by the agency, office, or related units.

Required Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate’s degree as a Legal Assistant or in Paralegal Studies or, an Associate or Bachelor’s Degree and a Certificate of Proficiency in Paralegal Studies.
Two (2) years of experience as a paralegal in a law firm, legal tribunal, or legal department in a public or private entity whose primary function is the research, enactment, enforcement, or litigation of legal matters.

Preferred Skills:

Experience with estate management and administration. Familiarity with legal technology and document management systems.

Experience:

Previous paralegal experience in a law firm, legal department, or public/private organization focused on legal research, enforcement, litigation, or related fields. Proficiency in drafting pleadings and legal documents. Experience in estate management and familiarity with New Jersey Surrogate and County Courts is required.

License:

Appointee will be required to possess a driver’s license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Knowledge and Ability:

Knowledge of fundamental legal principles and concepts. Knowledge of legal publications and periodicals, and the procedures for extracting information contained therein. Ability to interpret and apply New Jersey Statutes and Regulations. Ability to communicate ideas in written form in a clear, concise, and accurate manner. Ability to understand the complexities and uses of pertinent and evidentiary laws, rules, and regulations. Ability to prepare correspondence as required in the course of official duties. Ability to prepare technically sound, accurate, and informative statistical reports, and other reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations. Ability to establish and maintain records and files. Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible. About our

Company:

– 22nd Century Technologies, Inc., is one of the fastest growing IT Service Integrator and Workforce Solution companies in the United States. Founded in 1997, 22nd Century Technologies is a Certified National Minority Business Enterprise with 6,000+ people including 600+ Cyber SMEs nationwide supporting our customers in all 50 states, Canada, and Mexico. With HQs in Somerset, NJ and Mclean, VA, 22nd Century has 14 offices throughout the United States. As part of our unrelenting focus on quality and compliance, 22nd Century Technologies’ delivery is based on Certified Matured Processes including CMMI L3 Dev & SVC, ISO 20000, ISO 27001, and

ISO 9001

quality processes. With a strong focus on the public sector, 22nd Century currently holds government contracts with 14 out of 15 Federal Executive agencies including DoD, 37 other Federal agencies, 50 States, 115+ Local agencies, and 37 School Districts. In the last three years, we have expanded our services to Fortune 500 and other commercial clients and currently support 80+ commercial clients. Recognized among “Best Company to Work For” by Forbes, 22nd Century Technologies, Inc., consistently exceeds our clients’ expectations by focusing on their absolute satisfaction with jobs while keeping our employees motivated. “22nd Century Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer” and “US Citizens & all other parties authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply.” All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.