We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a busy litigation practice in Hamilton Square, New Jersey. This is a Contract position offering a hybrid schedule, with at least two days per week in the office. The role focuses on landlord-tenant and civil litigation matters and calls for someone who can manage court filings, prepare legal documents, and keep case materials organized. Experience with land use matters will be valued for candidates who can contribute across a broader range of legal work.

Responsibilities:
• Prepare, organize, and maintain pleadings and other case documents to ensure files are accurate and ready for review or submission.
• Handle electronic filing of legal materials through New Jersey court systems and federal court platforms, including PACER when needed.
• Draft litigation documents such as complaints, interrogatories, responses to interrogatories, and related case paperwork under attorney direction.
• Assist with the preparation of settlement agreements and support contract drafting for matters requiring formal documentation.
• Coordinate calendars, track filing deadlines, and help keep litigation matters moving in a timely and orderly manner.
• Support landlord-tenant cases by assembling required documents, monitoring case activity, and maintaining well-structured records.
• Contribute to land use matters when needed by preparing supporting documentation and helping manage related filings and correspondence.• Prior experience working as a Legal Assistant in a litigation-focused legal environment.
• Strong knowledge of electronic court filing procedures, including New Jersey court filings and federal filing systems.
• Hands-on experience preparing pleadings, complaints, interrogatories, and responses to discovery requests.
• Familiarity with PACER and other court-related research or filing tools.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines, maintain organized case files, and support attorney calendars effectively.
• Experience with landlord-tenant matters is highly preferred.
• Exposure to land use work is a plus.
• Excellent written communication skills and close attention to detail in legal document preparation.