Legal Secretary/Paralegal

Dembo Brown & Burns - Mount Laurel Township, NJ

Full-time

Mount Laurel Township, NJ

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Legal Secretary/Paralegal position involves providing comprehensive administrative and secretarial support within a legal environment. The role focuses on assisting attorneys with various tasks, including document preparation for real estate closings, managing calendars, and communicating with clients and other parties. The ideal candidate will be well-organized and proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Outlook, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe dictation and prepare legal documents for real estate closings.
• Type resolutions and prepare applications and notices for Planning and Zoning Board meetings.
• Communicate with clients and other parties as needed.
• Manage and maintain attorney's calendar, files, and tasks in Outlook.
• E-file documents and provide administrative support.
• Answer phones and manage mail.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (preferred).
• 5 years of experience in legal secretarial/paralegal work (preferred).
• 1 year of experience with Microsoft Office applications (preferred).
• Ability to relocate to Mount Laurel, NJ before starting work (required).

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off