Description

We are looking for a dedicated Legal Secretary to join our client's team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The selected candidate will be instrumental in the legal department, ensuring seamless communication between staff and clients, maintaining organized files, and producing necessary documents. This role offers a long-term contract/contract to hire employment opportunity. Apply today to learn how you can kickstart your career in this Legal Secretary position!

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate communication with staff and clients through various channels including email and phone calls

• Ensure cases and files are on track by diligently following up with clients and staff

• Hold staff and clients accountable for deadlines and necessary documents

• Develop solutions to obtain requested or necessary documents

• Maintain an organized and efficient flow of files

• Produce necessary documents as needed

• Drive the team and clients to meet deadlines and keep the workflow on track

• Utilize various software tools such as Microsoft Office Suites, LexisNexis, and Adobe for efficient task management

• Complete administrative tasks and assist in legal research as needed

Requirements • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites including Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Outlook

• Experience with LexisNexis for legal research purposes

• Ability to manage calendars and schedule appointments

• Experience with legal billing and handling other billing functions

• Knowledge of legal terminology and ability to draft legal documents

• Familiarity with legal contracts and legal correspondence

• Ability to perform clerical duties and provide administrative assistance

• Knowledge of administrative law

• Experience in dictation and documentation

• Ability to maintain and manage a legal management system

• Experience in briefing teams or individuals

• Prior administrative experience in a legal setting.

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.

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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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