Legal Administrative Assistant (Class Action)
CM Legal
The Legal Administrative Assistant (Class Action) will support a litigation team in Parsippany, New Jersey. The role requires strong technical and organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication. Key responsibilities include managing attorney workloads and deadlines, processing disbursement and expense requests using Chrome River, and maintaining attorney calendars and travel arrangements. The assistant will also handle client billing, including reviewing pre-bills and finalizing invoices, coordinate e-filing with courts, and assist with drafting and formatting legal documents.
Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in complex litigation support, though training is available for the right individual. Essential skills include the ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and adapt to changes. Proficiency in Word, Outlook, Power PDF, and Excel is required, with familiarity in Aderant and NetDocs preferred. Knowledge of court rules, civil procedures, and experience with federal court electronic filing systems is necessary. Professionalism, strong teamwork, and the ability to handle pressure are crucial.