Legal Secretary

Robert Half • New Jersey, New Jersey • 1h ago

Description We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join our team on a contract basis in Hamilton, New Jersey. This role offers an exciting opportunity to provide critical administrative and legal support within the dynamic field of personal injury litigation. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

Conduct client intake and gather necessary medical records to support legal cases.

Prepare and draft pleadings, discovery demands, responses, and motions with precision.

File documents electronically with State and Federal courts using appropriate systems.

Monitor deadlines and ensure all tasks are completed within the required timeframes.

Coordinate schedules for attorneys, mediations, court appearances, settlement meetings, and trials.

Collaborate with witnesses and other law firms to organize depositions and trial testimonies.

Perform administrative tasks such as scanning, copying, filing, mailing, and handling general office duties.

Draft and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and reports to ensure accuracy.

Process expense reimbursements and service invoices as required.

Prepare settlement disbursement reports and manage departmental mail efficiently. Requirements - Minimum of two years' experience in personal injury litigation.

Familiarity with legal terminology, pleadings, discovery processes, and court procedures.

Proficiency in NJ E-Court Filing System and Microsoft Office Suite.

Experience using legal case management software, ideally FileVine.

Multilingual abilities in Spanish, Russian, Gujarati, or Hindi are a plus.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.

Demonstrated discretion, professionalism, and ethical judgment in all communications.

Capacity to adapt to new technologies and tools in the legal field, including AI advancements.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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