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Legal Administrative Assistant
A highly respected and established law firm is seeking a polished and professional Legal Administrative Assistant for a contract opportunity expected to last approximately 2 months, with the potential to be considered for a full-time permanent position based on performance and business needs. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced law firm environment, enjoys supporting busy attorneys, and is looking for long-term growth potential within a reputable firm. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities while providing exceptional administrative support.
Position: Legal Administrative Assistant
Location: Downtown
Parking: Free
Hours: 8:30-5pm (1 hour lunch)
100% In-Office
Contract Duration: 1-2 months - they are looking to fill this on their own (this person can be considered for the full-time role)
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative support to attorneys and legal staff
- Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements
- Prepare, revise, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, and reports
- File documents electronically in state and federal courts as needed
- Maintain and organize client files and legal records
- Handle time entry, billing support, expense reports, and invoice processing
- Coordinate conference calls, meetings, and client communications
- Answer and direct incoming calls professionally
- Assist with document management, scanning, copying, and closing binders
- Monitor deadlines and assist with tracking case-related dates and deliverables
- Communicate with clients, court personnel, vendors, and opposing counsel in a professional manner
Qualifications:
- 2 years of legal administrative assistant or legal secretary experience preferred
- Experience supporting attorneys within a law firm environment required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Experience with document management and legal billing systems preferred
- Strong proofreading and formatting skills
- Ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple assignments under tight deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High level of discretion and professionalism
Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 137597 when responding to this ad.
Salary : $65,000 - $80,000