Commercial Litigation Legal Secretary

Commercial Litigation Legal SecretaryLocation: Newark, NJ Office Classification: Non-Exempt Reports to: Administrative ManagerWhat You'll Do:Perform day-to-day administrative and legal secretarial tasks in support of litigation attorneysAnswer and screen incoming calls, take accurate messages, and direct inquiries appropriatelyEdit, revise, and clean up legal documents to conform with firm styles and guidelinesManage electronic filings for Federal and State CourtsCreate and edit Tables of Authorities and Tables of ContentsEnter, edit, and manage attorney time entries and expense reportsOrganize and maintain case files and handle document filingProcess incoming/outgoing mail, including messenger service and FedExProvide secretarial coverage during absences within the departmentWhat You'll Bring:Minimum of 10 years' litigation legal secretarial experience, preferably in a law firmHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredStrong knowledge of Federal and State Court filing procedures, including E-filingAdvanced proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, iManage, Kofax, Best Authority, Aderant, Litera Compare, Big Hand Dictation, and CompulawOutstanding organizational skills and extraordinary attention to detailExcellent communication and interpersonal abilitiesAbility to multitask and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environmentProven experience managing pressure and tight deadlinesPositive, professional demeanor and team-oriented attitudeCurrent Notary Public commission or willingness to obtain within the first 6 months of employment