Legal Administrative Assistant

Robert Half • Baltimore, MD • 1h ago

Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Administrative Assistant to support legal and administrative operations for a 6-week assignment in downtown Baltimore. This contract role is expected to last approximately 6 weeks and will assist with document preparation, court-related filings, case coordination, and general legal office support. The ideal candidate is organized, responsive, and comfortable working with legal records, deadlines, and tax-related documentation in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

Prepare draft legal responses, including notices of intention to defend and answers, for attorney or authorized reviewer approval before submission

File pleadings and related legal documents with the appropriate court or agency and distribute copies to involved parties as required

Maintain and organize legal files, correspondence, and case records to ensure accurate documentation and easy retrieval

Coordinate calendars, track filing deadlines, and support scheduling for matters requiring timely legal action

Assist with drafting letters, affidavits, notices, and other legal or administrative documents tied to active matters

Support discovery-related tasks, including document collection, review preparation, and management of electronic records

Use case management and e-filing systems to update matter status, store records, and monitor submission activity

Requirements - Experience providing administrative support in a legal, court, or government office setting

Working knowledge of court filings, e-filing procedures, and legal document handling

Ability to prepare draft pleadings, notices, letters, and related legal documentation with strong attention to detail

Familiarity with legal file organization and case management software

Strong calendar management skills and the ability to track multiple deadlines accurately

Experience supporting discovery or e-discovery activities is preferred

Comfortable handling tax notices, affidavits, and other matter-specific legal 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.

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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