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Description

We are looking for an experienced legal assistant to join our client in Philadelphia, on a Contract-to-Permanent basis. This role involves providing vital support to firm attorneys, with a focus on handling medical malpractice. The ideal candidate thrives in an independent work environment, completing tasks efficiently without the need for micromanagement.

Primary Responsibilities:

+ Preparation of legal documents such as letters, correspondence, briefs, and pleadings

+ General utilization and submission of clerical and administrative forms such as check requests and expense reports

+ Coordination of conference calls, video conferences and other interpersonal communication as requested.

+ Preparation of mailings

+ Coordination of large-scale document jobs with Office Services

+ As requested per attorney daily monitoring of deadlines, calendars, voicemails, answering of phone

+ Assist attorneys with trial preparation and provide trial support as requested

+ Maintain client files

+ Copying and scanning of documents

+ Open and closing of client matters

+ Provide general assistance firmwide as a member of the legal support team as needed

+ Performs other related duties as assigned

Requirements

+ Strong verbal and written skills

+ Experience with big hand dictation

+ Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

+ Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask

+ Ability to maintain confidentiality

+ Ability to function well in a high paced environment

+ Knowledge of legal terminology and state and federal procedures

+ Aptitude for learning new applications, systems and processes

+ Proficient with electronic court filing preferred

+ Proficient with Microsoft Office365 and Adobe

+ Proficient with document management systems, iManage preferred

+ Proficient with redlining, track changes, table of authorities and table of contents preferred

Education and Experience:

+ High school degree or equivalent required; college degree preferred

+ Minimum two years of experience as an assistant, preferably in a law firm environment

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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