Legal Assistant-Family Law| Onsite | Direct Hire | Roseland, NJ
TSS is assisting our client, an award-winning mid-size legal firm, in hiring a Legal Assistant-Family Law. This is a full-time, onsite opportunity in Roseland, NJ.
Schedule: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
SUMMARY:
This role will provide administrative and legal support to the Senior Partner and the Family Law Department. Key duties include managing calendars, drafting legal documents, scheduling court appearances, filing and e-filing documents, maintaining records, handling client communication, monitoring case deadlines, coordinating meetings, assisting with billing, and serving as backup support to other attorneys as needed.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide administrative and legal support to family law attorneys, including drafting legal documents under attorney supervision and conducting investigative research to support case preparation.
Scan, file, and email documents to courts and clients, maintaining accurate and organized records.
Coordinate meetings and appointments, managing schedules and logistical details.
Schedule and coordinate court appearances, hearings, and related deadlines.
Monitor case timelines and proactively flag upcoming deadlines or required actions.
Communicate directly with clients, providing support throughout the legal process, including assisting with electronic filing (e-filing) of court documents.
Liaise with court personnel and other law firms when necessary.
Assist with client billing, preparing reports, and following up on collections as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
3+ years of Legal Assistant experience in family law required.
Proficient in MS Office Suite.
Experience with Document Capture software.
Strong computer, organizational, and time-management skills
Able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Skilled at working with clients facing personal or relationship challenges
Experienced with digital dictation tools
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
The salary range for this role is $65,000-$75,000yr DOE. All health coverage starts on your first day! Health benefits include: Medical, Vision, and Dental. Other benefits: Life Insurance, AD&D, LTD, 401k, Pet Insurance, 10 days PTO, and Paid Sick Leave.
ABOUT US
TSS (Temporary Staffing & Search) is a boutique employment agency established in 1999, dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with organizations that are making a difference. Originally founded as Temporary Staffing by Suzanne Ltd., TSS has evolved over the years while maintaining its core belief: that every person has value and deserves to be treated with respect. We are still a woman-owned enterprise, and we continue to nurture the strong personal relationships we've built over the past two decades within our extensive network of job seekers and employers.
DETAILS AT A GLANCE
JOB TITLE: Legal Assistant-Family Law
JOB ORDER #: 10537
LOCATION: Roseland, NJ 07068
SALARY: $65,000-$75,000yr DOE
HOW TO APPLY: Click on the apply button to send your resume to TSS. Please make sure to reference the job order number.
This role is a FULL TIME position sourced through TSS. You would be employed and paid by the client company but we would represent you up until the offer stage.