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Legal Secretary/Assistant Up to $80K - Onsite

Nesco Resource, Hackensack, NJ, United States


Legal Secretary/Assistant– Hackensack, NJ (On-Site, 5 Days/Week)
Our client, a well-established and highly respected law firm in Hackensack, NJ, is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with attorneys in a fast-paced, professional environment where your organizational and administrative expertise will have a direct impact.

This role is fully on-site, offering strong stability, a collaborative team culture, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary up to $80K (Depending on experience)

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Generous PTO – 4 weeks

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-level administrative support to multiple attorneys

Draft, edit, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and memoranda

Manage busy calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate conference calls

Handle high-volume phone communication and client interactions professionally

Maintain and organize client files and matter tracking systems

Process expense reports, check requests, and client documentation

Manage incoming/outgoing mail, email, and document workflows

Enter attorney time into billing systems and assist with timekeeping

Support document management through scanning, filing, and retrieval systems

Assist with dictation and additional administrative needs as required

Qualifications

5+ years of experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar role

Associate’s degree or equivalent experience

Strong typing skills (65+ WPM with high accuracy)

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)

Experience with timekeeping systems (Carpe Diem or similar preferred)

Familiarity with document management systems (e.g., Hummingbird or similar)

Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking abilities

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities

This is a great opportunity for a seasoned legal administrative professional who enjoys being a key support partner to attorneys and contributing to a high-performing team.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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