Associate Attorney

Legal Assistant Location: Independence, OH Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:30 AM - 4:45 PM (1-hour lunch) Pay: $27+/hourly Assignment Length: Contract-to-Hire Work Environment: Onsite Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a busy legal practice focused on insurance defense matters. This position will provide direct administrative support, manage legal calendars and deadlines, coordinate filings, and assist with document review using AI-powered legal technology tools. Responsibilities Manage attorney calendars, court dates, depositions, hearings, and deadlines Track and maintain critical legal timelines, including expert witness deadlines Prepare, scan, upload, and organize legal documents and records Process medical records, billing records, and case-related documentation Review AI-generated reports for accuracy prior to attorney submission Perform electronic filings and navigate court filing systems Coordinate communications and scheduling activities Monitor email notifications and update master calendars accordingly Support document management and data transfer between systems Maintain accurate time tracking and administrative records Qualifications High school diploma required 1-2 years of administrative, legal support, or office experience preferred Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace Experience with Dropbox or other document management systems Comfortable learning and utilizing AI-powered software tools Experience with Dragon or dictation software is a plus Strong attention to detail, organization, and prioritization skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Professional communication and problem-solving abilities Ideal Candidate Eager to learn and adopt new technology Highly organized and proactive Able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously Thrives in a deadline-driven environment Maintains accuracy while handling sensitive and detailed information Works collaboratively while supporting a busy professional practice Dress Code Business professional attire. Casual denim permitted on Fridays. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply today for immediate consideration. Staffing Solutions Enterprises