Legal Administrative Assistant

Beattie Padovano, LLC seeks a dedicated legal administrative assistant to assist the firm’s Litigation Practice Group. The legal administrative assistant’s responsibilities will include:

·        Communication with clients in person, over the phone, and via email

·        Assist in preparation of briefs, motions and other pleadings.

·        Assist in searches and extraction of information from court-related databases and websites and with firm’s eDiscovery procedures.

·        Arrange for service of subpoenas and summons using firm preferred process servers.

·        Manage the Litigation Practice Group calendar.

·        E-File and obtain documents using PACER, NYSCEF, New Jersey eCourts and other court resources.

·        Interact with personnel from multiple departments and at various levels in the firm.

·        Assist with department projects as needed and perform other work-related duties as assigned by attorneys and manager.

Candidates must have the following qualifications and skills:

·        Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills

·        Experience working in a fast-paced legal environment with excellent written and verbal communication skills

·        Proficiency with Adobe and Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel, is required.

·        Minimum of 2 years’ experience working at a law firm.

·        Experience with PACER, NYSCEF, New Jersey eCourts, and similar filing systems is preferred.

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical and dental insurance, life insurance with AD&D and 401(k) program. Salary range is $57,000-$65,000 a year. 

Beattie Padovano is an equal opportunity employer.