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Robert Half Legal Assistant in Saint Louis, Missouri
Description We are inviting applications for the position of Legal Assistant, to be based in SAINT LOUIS, Missouri, 63144-2102, United States. The successful candidate will be joining our legal team and will provide crucial support to our attorneys specializing in Plaintiff Personal Injury and Workers' Compensation cases. This role focuses on assisting with drafting and editing legal documents, managing electronic filing systems, and performing basic administrative duties.
Responsibilities:
• Assist attorneys in drafting and editing discovery requests, pleadings, and other legal documents
• Electronically file court documents using various e-filing systems
• Answer incoming calls and screen them, directing inquiries to the appropriate personnel
• Carry out basic administrative duties like photocopying, scanning, and maintaining filing systems
• Use Microsoft Office Suite and Case Management Software to manage and organize work
• Handle billing functions and calendar management effectively
• Respond to and manage complaints professionally
• Assist with bookkeeping tasks using QuickBooks
• Demonstrate proficiency in legal assistance and answering multi-line phone system. Requirements • Familiarity with case management software
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suites
• Knowledge of billing functions within a legal context
• Ability to prepare briefings and manage calendars effectively
• Experience in handling complaints and maintaining documentation
• Previous experience as a legal assistant would be advantageous
• Capability to manage multi-line phone systems
• Ability to handle discovery requests and discovery responses in a timely manner
• Open to candidates with 0 or more years of experience in a similar role
• Excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and act with discretion and integrity
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
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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