Legal Assistant/Paralegal

FOGARTY HARA LAPIRA & CHERRY LLC

  • Fair Lawn, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Full-time
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Skills

  • Calendar Managementunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Court Depositionunmatched
  • Customer Satisfactionunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • File Maintenanceunmatched
  • File Managementunmatched
  • Health Insuranceunmatched
  • Legalunmatched
  • Legal Documentsunmatched
  • Microsoft Excelunmatched
  • Microsoft Officeunmatched
  • Microsoft Outlookunmatched
  • Microsoft PowerPointunmatched
  • Microsoft Wordunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Paralegalunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Team Buildingunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

Description

Benefits:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

About the Role:
Join FOGARTY, HARA, LaPIRA & CHERRY LLC as a Legal Assistant/Paralegal in Fair Lawn, NJ, where you will play a vital role in supporting our legal team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic firm known for its commitment to excellence and client satisfaction.



Responsibilities:
  • Assist attorneys in preparing legal documents, including briefs and contracts.
  • Aid in day-to-day responsibilities.
  • Manage case files and maintain organized documentation.
  • Communicate with clients and other parties to coordinate legal proceedings.
  • Schedule appointments, depositions, and court appearances.
  • Prepare and file documents with the court in a timely manner.
  • Support hearing/trial preparations by organizing exhibits and evidence.
Requirements:
  • Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Minimum of 2 years experience as a legal assistant or paralegal preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and documentation.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required.
  • Proficient in NJ eCourts and PACER preferred.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong work ethic.
About Us:
FOGARTY, HARA, LaPIRA & CHERRY LLC has been serving clients with dedication and expertise since 1984. Our clients appreciate our personalized approach, and our employees thrive in a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Numbers & Facts

LocationFair Lawn, NJ
Job TypeFull-time

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