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Legal Assistant Codinix Technologies Inc. - 4.0 Newark, NJ Job Details Contract $22.00 - $24.24 an hour 1 hour ago Qualifications Digital recording transcription method Confidential information handling Court record maintenance Business support experience for legal executives Word processing Caseload management Content editing Client file management Legal document sorting and filing Legal memorandum writing Administrative experience Legal administrative experience Court case file organization Typing Productivity software Video conferences (communication methods) Legal case management Pleadings filing assistance Time management Digital legal archive

Full Job Description Senior Legal Assistant Location:

Newark, NJ Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00

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Onsite Interview:

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Available Job Summary We are seeking a Senior Legal Assistant to provide secretarial and paralegal support in a legal environment. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of legal terminology, legal documentation, case management, litigation support, and administrative procedures. Key Responsibilities Provide secretarial and paralegal assistance to legal professionals and executives. Transcribe and type legal dictation accurately and efficiently. Prepare standard legal forms and legal documents in accordance with established requirements. Draft and format correspondence, memoranda, briefs, pleadings, affidavits, interrogatories, and other legal materials. Review and proofread legal briefs, pleadings, transcriptions, citations, and other documents for accuracy and clarity. Verify the accuracy and completeness of citations and references. Conduct legal research, case investigation, and related administrative tasks. Prepare exhibit books and organize case materials. Read and summarize depositions for trial preparation. Respond to discovery requests and assist with litigation support activities. Interview witnesses and other parties as needed for case preparation. Maintain confidential case files, follow-up records, and legal documentation. Scan, organize, and file documents electronically and physically. Create, maintain, and update case files and related forms. Schedule appointments, coordinate meetings, and maintain calendars. Make travel arrangements and process travel-related documentation. Answer telephone calls, take messages, direct calls, receive visitors, and distribute deliveries. Use word-processing and computerized information systems to prepare, edit, and maintain legal documents. Perform other administrative and legal support duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Experience providing legal secretarial or paralegal support . Experience with legal documentation, correspondence, pleadings, briefs, and other legal materials. Strong legal transcription, typing, proofreading, and editing skills. Knowledge of legal terminology and legal case management practices. Familiarity with state and/or federal court systems and litigation support. Ability to maintain confidential case files and sensitive information. Proficiency with word-processing software and computerized information systems. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Excellent attention to detail and written communication skills. Paralegal training or relevant legal administrative experience preferred. Work Environment This is an onsite position in Newark, NJ , with a Monday-Friday schedule from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM . NIT01

Pay:

$22.00 - $24.24 per hour Application Question(s): Do you have experience drafting letters/memos and preparing legal documents such as briefs and complaints? Do you have experience scanning, organizing, e-filing, packaging, and mailing documents? Are you experienced in scheduling and managing meetings through Zoom/Teams and maintaining calendars? Are you comfortable handling confidential and sensitive information? Do you have experience screening incoming calls, taking messages, and routing calls appropriately?

Work Location:

In person