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Robert Half Legal Assistant in Miami, Florida
Description We are in search of a Legal Assistant to join our team in the legal industry located in Miami, Florida. As a Legal Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting attorneys, managing calendars, drafting and revising legal documents, and handling incoming calls with efficiency. This role offers a short-term contract employment opportunity.
Responsibilities:
• Manage an active and changing calendar of appointments, ensuring all deadlines are met and background information for meetings are ready
• Handle incoming calls, responding to inquiries in a courteous and efficient manner
• Draft, format, and revise correspondence and legal documents, ensuring accuracy and completeness prior to distribution or filing
• Organize meetings, schedule appointments and send reminders as necessary
• Handle expense reconciliation and reimbursement tasks
• File legal documents in state and federal courts, maintaining accurate records
• Assist attorneys and paralegals in preparing for trials
• Prioritize and execute assigned tasks quickly and accurately, demonstrating strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Perform additional duties as required, demonstrating the ability to multitask and maintain an upbeat attitude. Requirements
• Possess a minimum of 3 years of experience in a Legal Assistant role or similar position within the legal industry.
• Proficiency in Calendar Management and the ability to effectively schedule appointments and depositions.
• Demonstrated experience in Client Relations and maintaining strong communication with clients.
• Exceptional Communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Familiarity with e-File and e-Filing systems.
• Experience in drafting a wide range of correspondence and documents, including legal documents and pleadings.
• Knowledge of Commercial Real Estate and Federal Court procedures.
• Previous trial experience is necessary.
• Expertise in Maritime Law, Personal Injury and Commercial Litigation a PLUS
• Ability to prepare responses to legal inquiries.
• Must have the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential 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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