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We're seeking a detail-oriented Paralegal or experienced Legal Secretary for a short-term project to organize and digitize approximately 5+ boxes of legal documents. The engagement involves scanning, indexing, and creating an organized digital and physical file system. Ideal for a legal operations professional who is process-minded, discrete, and comfortable handling confidential materials.
Job Responsibility:
Inventory and triage documents by opening boxes, reviewing contents, and organizing materials by matter, date, custodian, or document type
Organize physical files by creating or updating folders, applying labels, and arranging files into a clear structure
re-boxing and archiving materials as needed
Digitize documents through high‑volume scanning, ensuring pages are captured clearly, in the correct order, and properly oriented
Apply consistent file naming and indexing conventions to create an organized and searchable digital folder system
Conduct quality control checks to verify that scanned files are complete, legible, and free of duplicates, and rescan materials when necessary
Use OCR tools to ensure PDFs are searchable and easy to navigate, including combining or separating documents and adding bookmarks where appropriate
Maintain a simple tracking log to document what was reviewed, scanned, indexed, and stored
Handle all confidential and sensitive documents with discretion and in accordance with privacy and legal guidelines
Assist with light administrative or legal secretary tasks, such as data entry, preparing file indexes, printing, copying, labeling, or coordinating pickups/drop‑offs
Requirements:
Paralegal certification or equivalent paralegal experience is preferred, though experienced legal secretaries with relevant skills will also be considered
Experience handling legal document management, scanning, filing, and general document control in either a law firm or an in‑house legal department
Proficiency with scanners (including ADF equipment), Adobe Acrobat or similar PDF software, OCR tools, and basic platforms such as Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Box, or Google Drive
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain consistent naming conventions and a methodical approach to indexing and quality control
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential materials discreetly and professionally
Capacity to lift up to 30 pounds to move, organize, and re‑box files as needed
Availability to work on‑site for the full duration of the 1–3 week project
What we offer:
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance