Workers' Compensation Legal Assistant

Job Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized legal assistant to join our workers' compensation team. As a workers' compensation legal assistant, you will provide essential support to attorneys by drafting legal documents, communicating with clients, filing documents with the New Jersey Workers Compensation Court and assisting with case management. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills and a passion for the legal field.

Duties:
- Organize and maintain case files, including electronic filing systems
- Coordinate with clients, witnesses, and other parties involved in legal proceedings
- Assist in trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and witness materials
- Draft correspondence and communicate with clients as directed by attorneys - Assist attorneys in preparing legal documents
- Review and analyze documents for accuracy and completeness
- Provide administrative support to attorneys as needed

Requirements:
- Experience working as a workers compensation legal assistant
- Strong knowledge of legal terminology and procedures
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
- Attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation and review
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for the law and a desire to contribute to a dynamic legal team, we encourage you to apply for this position. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages. Please submit your resume along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Travel requirement:

• No travel

Ability to Relocate:

• Kearny, NJ 07032: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person