Legal Assistant - Family Law - Orion Placement

Note: This position requires employees to be on-site five days a week at the Bridgewater, NJ office.

Note: This role is a legal administrative assistant position and is a strict 9-5 schedule with the ability to work late if needed (not frequently)

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established law firm specializing in family law. Their attorneys handle all aspects of family law, including divorce, child custody, equitable distribution, and child support. They have a reputation for taking cases to the highest levels of the legal system in New Jersey and offer a supportive environment for families facing legal challenges.

Job Description

• Provide administrative and clerical support to the Managing Attorney and Associates
• Manage the office calendar, including scheduling and monitoring deadlines
• Handle incoming calls and communicate with clients, law offices, and courts
• Maintain client systems and files (both hard copy and electronic)
• Format and process legal documents, including filings via JEDS
• Handle office duties such as ordering supplies and managing building-related tasks
• Prepare mail packages, scan documents, and make copies
• Support attorneys by ensuring tasks are completed promptly and accurately

Qualifications

• 1+ years of recent legal administrative assistant experience in family law
• Knowledge of New Jersey e-courts and legal processes
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Why This is a Great Opportunity

• Competitive salary: $55,000 - $70,000 per year, based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, paid time off
• Opportunity to work with a respected family law firm with a focus on professional growth

JOB CODE: JPC - 83