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Robert Half Legal Assistant in Little Rock, Arkansas
Description We are offering a contract to hire employment opportunity for a Legal Secretary in the Professional Services industry, located in Little Rock, Arkansas. This role involves managing a wide range of administrative and legal tasks, providing crucial support to our attorneys. The successful candidate will be expected to handle sensitive information with confidentiality, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and have an exceptional organizational skillset.
Responsibilities:
• Conduct thorough legal research on various defense cases and prepare organized legal documents
• Maintain up-to-date case files and ensure all documentation is accurate
• Communicate effectively with clients, witnesses, and other parties involved in defense cases
• Assist in the management of case files from inception to resolution, meeting all deadlines
• Provide comprehensive administrative support to defense attorneys, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars
• Assist in the preparation for trials, hearings, and depositions, including organizing exhibits and coordinating with expert witnesses
• Review and summarize documents, including discovery materials, court filings, and legal memos
• Prepare and file legal documents with various courts, ensuring compliance with court procedures and deadlines
• Handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain strict confidentiality at all times
• Utilize legal research tools and software such as LexisNexis, and Microsoft Office Suites for efficient operations. Requirements • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites, including Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Outlook
• Familiarity with LexisNexis and other legal research tools
• Experience in using Management Systems for organizing and tracking legal cases
• Knowledge of billing methods and procedures in a legal context
• Ability to prepare legal briefings and other related documentation
• Competency in performing dictation tasks efficiently
• Proficient in managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and coordinating appointments
• Ability to maintain and manage accurate and organized documentation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
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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