Legal Assistant

Robert Half • Deerfield Beach, FL • 1d ago

Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a busy legal team in Florida. This Long-term Contract position with the potential to become permanent focuses on document management, preparing/reviewing responses to requests for production and mandatory disclosure, dealing with clients / attorneys, client file organization, and accurate administrative coordination in a well-organized office environment. The ideal candidate brings strong technical skills, sound judgment when handling sensitive records, and the ability to work effectively with attorneys, clients, and internal support staff.

Responsibilities:

Organize, review, and classify client records and supporting materials to maintain accurate and accessible case files.

Enter case-related and client information into tracking and production systems with a high degree of accuracy and consistency.

Compile lists of outstanding records and follow up on missing documentation needed to complete legal files.

Draft and examine materials related to requests for production and mandatory disclosure responses before attorney review.

Communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, and internal team members regarding document status and case support needs.

Assist with the electronic filing and maintenance of legal documents while helping manage calendars and case deadlines as needed.

Use QuickBooks to save and manage files within the office's production workflow and support accounting-related data entry for tracing matters.

Review financial and tax-related records, pleadings, and discovery materials to ensure information is properly organized and complete.

Requirements

Prior experience working as a Legal Assistant in an office setting, preferably within a law firm or similar environment.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and QuickBooks.

Practical knowledge of preparing/reviewing responses to requests for production and mandatory disclosure, pleadings, discovery processes, discovery responses, and legal document handling.

Experience with data entry, electronic filing, and maintaining organized digital and physical case records.

Familiarity with personal tax returns, business tax returns, financial statements, and related supporting documentation.

Excellent attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate work in a deadline-driven setting.

Strong communication skills and confidence interacting with clients, attorneys, and administrative staff.

Access to a home computer to connect remotely when remote work is approved.

THIS IS FULLY IN OFFICE

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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