Legal Assistant

We are looking for a Legal Assistant to support a busy legal practice in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. This is a Contract position suited for someone with experience in wills and estate planning, while also being comfortable assisting with matters related to collections and workers’ compensation. The role offers an excellent opportunity for a candidate with prior law firm exposure who is eager to build broader legal support skills in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, organize, and maintain legal documents related to wills, estate planning, collections, and workers’ compensation matters.
• Coordinate court and legal filings, including electronic submissions, while ensuring all documents meet applicable deadlines and procedural requirements.
• Manage attorney calendars by scheduling meetings, hearings, appointments, and key case-related dates.
• Communicate with clients, courts, and outside parties clearly and professionally to gather information and provide case support updates.
• Assist with drafting correspondence, forms, and routine legal materials under attorney direction.
• Track case activity, maintain accurate records, and ensure files remain current, complete, and easy to access.
• Provide administrative and legal support across multiple matters as priorities shift within the practice.
• Prior experience working in a law firm or legal support environment.
• Familiarity with wills and estate planning documentation and processes.
• Working knowledge of electronic filing procedures and court filing requirements.
• Experience supporting civil litigation matters is preferred.
• Strong calendar management and organizational skills with close attention to deadlines.
• Ability to learn new practice areas, including collections and workers’ compensation, with guidance from the legal team.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.