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Legal Assistant / Paralegal (Temp-to-Hire)
Location: Cherry Hill, NJ
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Employment Type: Temp-to-Perm
Our client is seeking a motivated Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join their team in Cherry Hill, NJ. This is an excellent temp-to-permanent opportunity offering hands-on litigation experience in a collaborative and professional environment.
Whether you're an experienced legal assistant with 1-2 years of litigation experience or a recent college graduate looking to break into the legal field, we'd love to hear from you!
Responsibilities
As a member of the legal team, you will assist attorneys throughout all phases of litigation, including:
Assist with pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, trials, and appealsDraft, prepare, and electronically file legal documents with state and federal courtsConduct legal research and summarize findings for attorneysPrepare and organize discovery requests, responses, and document productionsReview and summarize depositions, medical records, and other case-related materialsOrganize and maintain case files, legal documents, and recordsManage attorney calendars, court dates, and filing deadlinesCommunicate professionally with clients, attorneys, witnesses, experts, and court personnelAssist with trial preparation, including trial binders, exhibits, courtroom technology, and logisticsSupport attorneys during trial and coordinate communications between the courtroom and officePerform additional administrative and legal support duties as needed
Qualifications
1-2 years of legal assistant or paralegal litigation experience preferredBachelor's degree preferred; recent graduates are encouraged to applyFamiliarity with legal terminology, court procedures, and litigation processes is a plusStrong computer skills and ability to quickly learn legal softwareExcellent organizational and time management skillsStrong written and verbal communication skillsDetail-oriented with exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilitiesAbility to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretionStrong customer service and interpersonal skills
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
Temp-to-permanent opportunity with long-term career potentialCompetitive pay of
$25.00 per hourStandard Monday-Friday schedule (9:00 AM-5:00 PM)Gain valuable litigation experience working alongside experienced attorneysCollaborative, professional, and supportive work environment
Benefits: Health Insurance, Vacation and PTO available after completion of required hours worked
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