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A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
$68,206 / year median in New Jersey
+3% projected growth
Job Description
What You'll DoManage HOA collections matters from file opening through case resolutionPrepare pleadings, motions, correspondence, and legal documentsHandle Colorado court e-filings, calendaring, and case managementCommunicate with clients, courts, management companies, and opposing partiesReview account ledgers, calculate payoff amounts, and process paymentsAssist attorneys with discovery, hearings, trials, and bankruptcy mattersMaintain accurate electronic files and case records while managing multiple deadlinesWhat We're Looking For3+ years of paralegal or legal assistant experience in a law firmExperience with debt collections, creditors' rights, or HOA/community association law preferredWorking knowledge of court e-filing and litigation proceduresStrong organizational, drafting, and communication skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office; legal case management software is a plusAbility to prioritize competing deadlines in a high-volume practiceWhy This Opportunity?
Join a collaborative, established legal team with a strong reputation in community association lawHigh-volume, engaging litigation practice with meaningful client interactionCompetitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k), employer contributions, and bonus potentialIf you're a fit for this opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your resume to Director Mala Saraogi at mala.saraogi@roberthalf[dot][com] for immediate consideration!