The Goodkind Group is hiring: Legal Secretary in Newark

JOB DESCRIPTION Essential Functions Perform daily administrative tasks. Answer and screen telephone calls, and take messages for attorneys. Edit and revise documents as needed. Assist with document conversion and cleanup; create and revise legal documents in compliance with Firm styles and guidelines. Manage court filings through the E-filing system for both Federal and State Courts. Create and edit Tables of Authorities and Tables of Contents for legal documents. Enter and edit attorney time entries in the system. Complete and submit expense reports. File documents in case files accurately and efficiently. Prepare outgoing mail and sort incoming mail for distribution. Perform the daily duties of a department secretary. Provide coverage for a specific secretary during absences as assigned. Competencies Strong secretarial organizational skills; Extraordinary attention to detail; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to work independently and complete a high volume of work in a timely manner; Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments while consistently delivering quality work product to both attorneys and clients; Proven experience performing under pressure in a fast paced environment, both individually and within a team setting; Flexibility to occasionally arrive early or stay late as necessary; Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, iManage Document Management System, Kofax, Best Authority, Aderant, Litera Compare, Big Hand Dictation System and Compulaw