Practice Group Assistant

Overview

The Newark, NJ office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is seeking a Practice Group Assistant with a minimum of one (1) year legal experience, preferably in a law firm environment. The essential functions of this position include assisting the Secretaries with opening new matters, assisting with calendaring and docketing duties, running conflicts, and other administrative duties as assigned by Secretaries and Attorneys.

• Experience handling client intake, closing matters, preparation of trial and deposition notebooks

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least one (1) year of legal experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
• Ability to maintain and handle confidential information
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Note:

Lewis Brisbois is not accepting search firm submissions for this position.

We offer competitive compensation and a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, sick time, 401k with employer match, as well as vacation time. We also offer excellent opportunities for growth and advancement while working with a collaborative team.

Minimum Salary: USD $50,000.00/Yr.
Maximum Salary: USD $60,000.00/Yr.