Paralegal

Job Title: Paralegal

Location: Lambertville, NJ (Onsite)

Job Type: Contract

Duration: 4 Months

Experience: 2+ years

Job Overview

 

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Paralegal to assist attorneys with case preparation, legal research, and the drafting of legal documents. This is a fully onsite role based in Lambertville, NJ, with standard business hours of 9:30 AM–5:30 PM.

Key Responsibilities

 

• Gather relevant facts and evidence in preparation for trial
• Conduct legal research to identify statutes, judicial decisions, and legal precedents; prepare findings reports
• Draft legal arguments, briefs, pleadings, appeals, contracts, and other legal documents for attorney review
• Obtain affidavits and assist attorneys during trials and hearings
• Organize and maintain case files, reference files, and exhibits
• Schedule cases, assemble data, and prepare materials for court appearances
• Interview clients and witnesses; summarize depositions and interrogatories
• Review and answer correspondence; review brief format prior to court submission
• Utilize electronic and manual recording and information systems as required

Required Skills

 

• Strong knowledge of legal principles, terminology, and research techniques
• Ability to draft contracts, briefs, motions, affidavits, and other legal documents
• Ability to analyze judicial decisions, legal opinions, and rulings
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Outlook
• Viapath OMS (training provided)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

Preferred Skills

 

• Experience summarizing depositions and interrogatories
• Familiarity with agency regulations and policy analysis

Location & Work Model

 

Fully onsite — 1750 River Road, Lambertville, NJ 08530. Business attire/business casual required. Equipment (computer) provided.

Engagement Details

 

4-month contract. In-person interview required. Work hours: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM with one-hour unpaid lunch break.