Legal Assistant – Corporate, Bankruptcy & Transactional Practice
Midsize Law Firm – Hackensack, NJ
Hybrid Schedule
Compensation: Up to $115,000
Overview
Our client, a respected midsize law firm, is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support its growing Corporate, Bankruptcy, and Transactional practice groups. This hybrid position, based in Hackensack, NJ, is ideal for a proactive, detail‑oriented professional who thrives in a fast‑moving legal environment and enjoys working closely with attorneys on sophisticated matters.
The firm offers competitive compensation, a collaborative culture, and the opportunity to support high‑level transactional and bankruptcy matters within a dynamic practice.
Key Responsibilities
Corporate & Transactional Support
- Prepare, edit, and proofread legal documents including agreements, contracts, corporate governance materials, and closing binders.
- Assist with entity formation, corporate filings, and document organization.
- Manage signature packets, track deadlines, and coordinate closing checklists.
- Conduct basic corporate research and retrieve records as needed.
Bankruptcy Support
- Assist with preparation and filing of bankruptcy pleadings across federal and state systems.
- Manage case dockets, track deadlines, and maintain case calendars.
- Coordinate communications with courts, trustees, and clients.
- Handle e‑filing (ECF) and maintain organized digital and physical case files.
Administrative & Attorney Support
- Maintain attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements.
- Handle time entry, expense reports, billing support, and file management.
- Maintain organized client files and ensure timely updates to internal systems.
- Serve as a key point of contact for clients, providing exceptional professionalism and responsiveness.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of legal assistant experience in a law firm environment required.
- Background supporting corporate, bankruptcy, and transactional practices is essential.
- Strong experience with legal document preparation, proofreading, and formatting.
- Proficiency with ECF filings and familiarity with court procedures.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking abilities.
- Strong technical skills (MS Office, PDF software, document management systems).
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Reliable, proactive, and able to thrive in a hybrid environment.
Why This Opportunity Is Attractive
- Competitive compensation up to $115,000.
- Hybrid flexibility with a stable, supportive firm culture.
- Exposure to complex corporate and bankruptcy matters.
- Strong collaboration with highly skilled attorneys.
- Opportunity for long‑term growth within a respected midsize firm.
