Description We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team in Birmingham, Michigan. This is a long-term contract position requiring in-office work. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys, ensuring smooth daily operations and effective management of legal tasks.
Responsibilities:
Coordinate and manage scheduling for multiple attorneys, ensuring that calendars are updated and conflicts are resolved promptly.
Draft, review, and organize legal documents, including contracts, complaints, and other related materials.
Utilize Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook and Excel, to perform administrative tasks and maintain accurate records.
Handle billing functions and ensure that all invoices are processed accurately and on time.
Support attorneys with case preparation, documentation, and research using tools such as LexisNexis.
Maintain an organized filing system for legal documents and correspondence to ensure accessibility and compliance.
Communicate professionally with clients and other stakeholders to address inquiries and provide updates.
Collaborate with team members to streamline processes and improve operational efficiency. Requirements - Proven experience in a legal assistant or similar administrative role, preferably in a legal environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Familiarity with legal research tools such as LexisNexis.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with calendar management for multiple professionals.
Knowledge of billing and invoicing processes.
Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy in all tasks.
Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
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