Legal Receptionist

Overview LHH is partnering with a respected and innovative law firm to identify a Receptionist/Legal Assistant for its office. This is an excellent opportunity for a polished, service-oriented professional who enjoys interacting with clients while providing administrative support in a professional legal environment. The ideal candidate brings strong customer service skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to manage a variety of responsibilities in a fast‑paced setting. This role offers a unique blend of front‑office hospitality and legal administrative support. Key Responsibilities Provide a welcoming, professional experience for clients, visitors, and vendors as the first point of contact for the office. Answer and direct incoming calls while delivering exceptional customer service. Coordinate conference room schedules and prepare meeting spaces, including technology setup, refreshments, and catering arrangements. Maintain reception, conference rooms, breakrooms, and common areas to ensure a professional and client-ready environment. Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys, including document preparation, correspondence, scheduling, and expense reporting. Assist with organizing, uploading, and maintaining legal documents within document management systems. Manage electronic and physical files, including records organization, storage coordination, and document retention processes. Order and maintain office supplies while supporting day-to-day office operations. Assist with firm meetings, events, and special projects as needed. Perform additional administrative and operational duties to support attorneys and office personnel. Qualifications 1+ year of experience in a receptionist, legal assistant, administrative assistant, or professional office environment. Prior law firm or professional services experience preferred. Strong customer service skills with a hospitality-focused mindset. Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams. Experience working with document management systems and video conferencing platforms preferred. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment. Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize competing responsibilities. Self‑motivated, proactive, and capable of adapting to a fast‑paced professional environment. Associate degree or coursework in Legal Studies, Business Administration, or a related field is a plus but not required. Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends in support of firm events or business needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr