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Legal Secretaries

$50 - $85 per hour

LHH US

Job Description

Job Description

LHH is currently seeking an experienced Legal Secretary for a contract opportunity with a respected legal team. This position is ideal for a highly organized professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can effectively support attorneys while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities
  • Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys and legal staff
  • Prepare, revise, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and reports
  • Manage attorney calendars, meetings, appointments, and deadlines
  • Coordinate court filings and maintain organized case files
  • Handle client communications with professionalism and discretion
  • Manage incoming calls, emails, and confidential documentation
  • Schedule travel arrangements, meetings, and conference calls as needed
  • Assist with document management and records retention processes
  • Support day-to-day office operations and special projects
Qualifications
  • Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant, or similar role in a law firm or legal department
  • Strong knowledge of legal terminology and office procedures
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Outlook
  • Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Professional demeanor and commitment to confidentiality
Why Work with LHH?
  • Opportunity to gain valuable experience with established legal organizations
  • Competitive compensation
  • Dedicated support from an experienced recruiting team
  • Potential for future contract and contract-to-hire opportunities
Apply Today

If you have a strong administrative background in the legal field and are looking for your next contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay Details: $50.00 to $85.00 per hour

Search managed by: Amanda Falwell

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Vacancy posted 13 days ago
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