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Description We are seeking a Paralegal and Legal Assistant to join our team located in New York. This role offers a contract to permanent employment opportunity within our organization. As a Paralegal and Legal Assistant, you will be tasked with a variety of responsibilities, including handling customer inquiries, maintaining customer records, and processing applications.

Responsibilities:

• Effectively handling incoming calls, determining the legal subject matter, and routing callers to the appropriate attorney or Department of Health program area.

• Proficiently coordinating the service of legal documents.

• Managing the processing of invoices for process service companies.

• Demonstrating proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Coordinating logistics for the Department of Health Direct Referral hearing process.

• Operating a postage meter and processing documents for certified mail.

• Working independently on multiple case hearing details.

• Maintaining organized workspaces and displaying strong prioritizing skills.

• Working professionally with personal and confidential information.

• Understanding and interpreting laws and other legal documents.

• Demonstrating proficiency with the operation of the Cisco telephone system.

• Being available to work overtime on short notice. Requirements

IMPORTANT NOTE: Our client is hoping to identify someone with this skill set on a CONSULTANCY (i.e. project/hourly pay) basis. Please *DO NOT apply to this role if you are searching only for (or primarily for) a full-time / permanent opportunity, as inbox is managed by Recruiters who specialize in contract placements only.

REQUIRED / IDEAL SKILLSET:

• Proficiency in handling legal documentation and understanding law regulations

• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively

• Experience with Cisco Technologies and phone systems

• Ability to interpret language and legal affairs

• Experience with certified mail and postage meter operations

• Proficiency in photocopying and scanning documents

• Ability to work in a coordinated manner with team members.

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.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

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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