Criminal Defense Legal Assistant/Paralegal

5.21.25

Pashman Stein Walder Hayden P.C., a dynamic and rapidly growing law firm, seeks a full-time legal assistant/paralegal to join the criminal defense team based at the firm’s Hackensack, New Jersey office.

Primary tasks include:

• Assist in the drafting of a wide variety of legal documents including correspondence to court, counsel, and clients, discovery demands and responses, pleadings, motion papers, declarations, and exhibits. Experience filing in state and federal court (including e-filing) preferred.
• Responsible for helping prepare for court appearances and depositions, organizing and managing voluminous case documents.

• Telephone and email communications with clients, opposing counsel, and court staff in a courteous and professional manner.

• Managing busy and dynamic attorney calendars including confirming and coordinating court appearances, meetings, etc.

• Making copies, scanning, and filing.

• Compiling discovery for attorney review.

• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Education:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as an executive assistant or paralegal.
• Litigation background preferred.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to multitask.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong computer and technical skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• A high standard of ethics, including maintaining confidentiality, is also vital.
  
  

For open positions and to submit your resume, please contact careers@pashmanstein.com.