Legal Administrative Assistant Job at Robert Half (Phoenix)

Job Description

Robert Half Legal is partnering with a high-end midsize law firm to identify a polished and proactive Legal Administrative Assistant for an immediate contract-to-hire opportunity. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly professional Executive Assistant who is interested in pivoting into the legal field. Prior legal experience is not required. This role is on-site four days per week, with the opportunity to work from home on Fridays following an initial training period. The position is expected to start ASAP and offers $35–$40/hour during the contract period, with a strong possibility of conversion to a permanent salary of $80,000–$90,000 plus benefits.

Job Responsibility

Provide high-level administrative support to two attorneys in a fast-paced practice
Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, delivering polished and professional communication in person, by phone, email, and Zoom
Anticipate attorney and client needs and independently manage competing priorities
Coordinate calendars, meetings, conference calls, client appointments, conference rooms, and related materials
Prepare, revise, format, and organize documents with strong attention to detail
Assist with document editing, redlining, track changes, and overall document management
Manage proformas, billing follow-up, and past-due client communications in coordination with attorneys
Maintain physical and electronic filing systems and ensure accurate organization of records
Track attorney CLE requirements and maintain related records as needed
Support office operations and additional administrative responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

5+ years of experience in an Executive Assistant, Legal Administrative Assistant, or comparable high-level administrative support role
Active Notary Public commission required
Legal experience is helpful but not required
Excellent organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact confidently and professionally with high-level clients and attorneys
Advanced technical proficiency, including Microsoft Office, DocuSign, Adobe/Kofax, and document formatting tools
Experience with document editing, redlining, and track changes
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and proactively manage workflows with minimal oversight
High level of professionalism, discretion, and client service orientation
Estate Planning, Trusts & Estates, or Wealth Preservation exposure is a plus, but not required

Nice to have

Legal experience
Estate Planning, Trusts & Estates, or Wealth Preservation exposure

What we offer

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
Free online training
Strong possibility of conversion to a permanent salary of $80,000–$90,000 plus benefits

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