Junior Paralegal / Legal Associate (Roseland)
Matlen Silver, Roseland, New Jersey, United States, 07068
Junior Paralegal
Location:
Roseland, NJ (Hybrid – 3 days onsite) Contract:
6‑Month Contract Pay Rate:
$25-26/hr (W2) Team/Group:
VP Counsel – Litigation & Intellectual Property
Position Overview We are seeking a
professional, detail‑oriented Junior Paralegal
to support the Litigation & Intellectual Property team. This role is ideal for someone eager to learn, highly organized, and ready to contribute immediately in a fast‑paced legal environment. The Junior Paralegal will assist with document management, administrative legal tasks, and day‑to‑day operational support for attorneys.
Key Responsibilities
Review, categorize, and organize electronic legal records and case files. Perform data entry and maintain information within legal data management systems. Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents including briefs, pleadings, contracts, and correspondence. Conduct basic legal research using statutes, judicial decisions, legal codes, and related sources. Assist with document production, including sending emails, tracking responses, and following up with internal and external parties. Field incoming telephone calls and inquiries; route messages appropriately. Perform photocopying, scanning, printing, and mail routing tasks. Support attorneys with case preparation, fact gathering, and file organization. Assist with real and personal property assessments for estate planning matters. Maintain confidentiality and ensure accuracy in all legal and administrative tasks. Required Skills & Qualifications
1–3 years of experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, or legal administrative support (internships acceptable). Strong proficiency in
Microsoft Office Suite
(Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organization. Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively. Professional demeanor and eagerness to learn. Ability to work onsite in Roseland, NJ
three days per week . About Matlen Silver Experience Matters. Let your experience be driven by our experience. For more than 40 years, Matlen Silver has delivered solutions for complex talent and technology needs to Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders. Led by hard work, honesty, and a trusted team of experts, we can say that Matlen Silver technology has created a solutions experience and legacy of success that is the difference in the way the world works.
Matlen Silver is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status. If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application or at any point in the hiring process, please contact us at email and/or phone at: info@matlensilver.com // 908-393-8600 At The Matlen Silver Group, Inc., W2 employees are eligible for the following benefits: Health, vision, and dental insurance (single and family coverage) 401(k) plan (employee contributions only)
Roseland, NJ (Hybrid – 3 days onsite) Contract:
6‑Month Contract Pay Rate:
$25-26/hr (W2) Team/Group:
VP Counsel – Litigation & Intellectual Property
Position Overview We are seeking a
professional, detail‑oriented Junior Paralegal
to support the Litigation & Intellectual Property team. This role is ideal for someone eager to learn, highly organized, and ready to contribute immediately in a fast‑paced legal environment. The Junior Paralegal will assist with document management, administrative legal tasks, and day‑to‑day operational support for attorneys.
Key Responsibilities
Review, categorize, and organize electronic legal records and case files. Perform data entry and maintain information within legal data management systems. Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents including briefs, pleadings, contracts, and correspondence. Conduct basic legal research using statutes, judicial decisions, legal codes, and related sources. Assist with document production, including sending emails, tracking responses, and following up with internal and external parties. Field incoming telephone calls and inquiries; route messages appropriately. Perform photocopying, scanning, printing, and mail routing tasks. Support attorneys with case preparation, fact gathering, and file organization. Assist with real and personal property assessments for estate planning matters. Maintain confidentiality and ensure accuracy in all legal and administrative tasks. Required Skills & Qualifications
1–3 years of experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, or legal administrative support (internships acceptable). Strong proficiency in
Microsoft Office Suite
(Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organization. Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively. Professional demeanor and eagerness to learn. Ability to work onsite in Roseland, NJ
three days per week . About Matlen Silver Experience Matters. Let your experience be driven by our experience. For more than 40 years, Matlen Silver has delivered solutions for complex talent and technology needs to Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders. Led by hard work, honesty, and a trusted team of experts, we can say that Matlen Silver technology has created a solutions experience and legacy of success that is the difference in the way the world works.
Matlen Silver is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status. If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application or at any point in the hiring process, please contact us at email and/or phone at: info@matlensilver.com // 908-393-8600 At The Matlen Silver Group, Inc., W2 employees are eligible for the following benefits: Health, vision, and dental insurance (single and family coverage) 401(k) plan (employee contributions only)