Legal Assistant Jobs in Scotch Plains, NJ

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Legal Assistant 1 or Trainee (NY HELPS) - Charities

  • New York City, NY (19 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • New York City, NY (19 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

/Legal Assistant (see "Definition" below)....

Legal Assistant 1 or Trainee (NY HELPS) - Charities

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

/Legal Assistant (see Definition below).ORAn associate degree (or higher) in Paralegal/Legal Assistant/Legal Studies or a certificate in a Paralegal/Legal Assistant program where the degree was granted...

Bilingual Legal Assistant (Spanish)

  • Bowling Green, NY (18 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bowling Green, NY (18 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Who We Are Who You Are We are a growing immigration practice looking to add a Spanish Bilingual Legal Assistant to our team....

Legal Executive Assistant

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

This role will support both partners and associates in the Employment Litigation group. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to find their home at a well-established firm with a...

Legal Assistant

  • Brooklyn, NY (20 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (20 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

A personal-injury law firm is seeking a legal assistant. The ideal candidate must be bilingual in both English and Russian. Georgian speaking is a plus....

Paralegal / Legal Assistant

  • Brooklyn, NY (20 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (20 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Personal Injury Law Firm is looking for a full-time legal assistant. Your responsibilities will include: answering phones, opening NF and BI claims, and communicating with clients....

Legal Assistant

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Hours 8am-5pm M-F salary: $34 - $35 per hour shift: First work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM education: Bachelors Responsibilities Randstad is seeking for a Legal Assistant to support a fast paced entertainment...

Paralegal - Legal Assistant

  • Brooklyn, NY (20 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (20 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Boutique Law firm in Midwood section of Brooklyn is seeking an individual with minimum 2 years relevant New York paralegal - legal assistant experience for a full time position....

Immigration Legal Assistant

  • Elizabeth, NJ (10 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (10 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Requisition ID: req58632 Job Title: Immigration Legal Assistant Sector: Immigration & Citizenship Employment Category: Fixed Term Employment Type: Full-Time Compensation: USD 26.50 - 27.50 Hourly Location...

Law Clerk 2026-2027 (Middlesex)

  • New Brunswick, NJ (11 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (11 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

This posting is only open to candidates who have received an offer of employment for the 2026-2027 Court Term in Middlesex Vicinage Salary Information: Salaries are based on a 52-week court term...

Legal Assistant

  • Clark, NJ (2 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Clark, NJ (2 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

As a Legal Assistant on our Legal team, you'll work closely with our contracts team, Senior Paralegal, and attorneys to help manage the end-to-end contract process-from document prep to signature and...

Litigation Legal Assistant (Experienced)

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Ability to train entry-level and mid-level Legal assistants....

Legal Practice Assistant

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Overview McGuireWoods LLP is seeking a Legal Practice Assistant to join our New York office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background supporting a litigation practice and proven...

Legal Executive Assistant

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Our client, a global law firm, is seeking a Legal Executive Assistant in New York. The hours are 9:30am-5:30pm with a hybrid schedule (in office Monday-Thursday, remote on Fridays)....

Legal Assistant (Management Analyst I)

  • New York, NY (20 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 16 days ago
  • New York, NY (20 miles from Scotch Plains, NJ)
  • 16 days ago

Position Description: As a Legal Assistant (Management Analyst I), you will support the DOJ's Executive Office for Immigration Review, specifically supporting the New York, NY Immigration Court, in...

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Salary for Legal Assistant Jobs in Scotch Plains, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Legal Assistants in Scotch Plains, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.5%
Doctorate Degree
26.9%
Associate's Degree
14.0%
Master's Degree
9.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.4%
High School or GED
6.1%
Some College
1.2%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Legal Assistants in Scotch Plains, NJ
Less than 1 year
40.5%
1-2 years
20.3%
None
18.0%
2-4 years
9.6%
4-6 years
7.9%
6-8 years
2.4%
8-10 years
1.1%