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Robert Half Legal Assistant in Little Rock, Arkansas
Description We are seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team in the services industry, located in Little Rock, Arkansas. In this role, you will be responsible for handling administrative and legal tasks, ensuring the smooth operation of our legal team. This role offers a contract to permanent employment opportunity.
Responsibilities:
• Conduct comprehensive legal research on various defense cases
• Prepare, organize, and maintain up-to-date legal documents and case files
• Facilitate effective communication with clients, witnesses, and other parties involved in defense cases, gathering necessary information and providing updates
• Support the management of case files from inception to resolution, ensuring all documentation is accurate and deadlines are met
• Provide extensive administrative support to defense attorneys, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and preparing correspondence
• Assist in the preparation for trials, hearings, and depositions, which includes organizing exhibits, preparing trial binders, and coordinating with expert witnesses
• Review, summarize, and manage 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 discreetly and maintain strict confidentiality at all times. Requirements • Possession of strong skills in LexisNexis, an essential legal research tool
• Proficiency in using Management System for effective organization and workflow
• Demonstrated ability in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites for document creation and management
• Experience with Microsoft Outlook for detail oriented communication and scheduling
• Knowledge of Billing Functions to ensure accurate client billing
• Ability to assist in Briefing for case preparations
• Experience in Calendar Management to maintain and organize schedules
• Proficiency in Dictation for transcribing legal documents and correspondences
• Strong skills in Documentation for maintaining and organizing legal files and records.
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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