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Robert Half Legal Assistant in Dallas, Texas
Description
AN URGENT SEARCH IS ON FOR A DYNAMIC LITIGATION LEGAL ASSISTANT FOR A DYNAMIC POSITION IN A POPULAR GLOBAL LAW FIRM IN DOWNTOWN DALLAS!!
Slow down! Happiness is trying to catch you! At least 5 years of experience as a litigation legal assistant is required for this one-of-a-kind position! You will be responsible for the accurate and timely completion of all high level administrative and legal assistant work assigned to you by your attorneys. The candidate who is chosen for this position will be a self-starter who has the ability to work independently and as part of a team. You will find yourself happily working in a fast paced complex commercial litigation section. Your duties will be varied to include:
--Performing complex legal administrative secretarial activities that may be highly confidential or sensitive requiring discretion
--Creating, editing and proofreading legal documents for content and context
--Managing emails, calendar appointments, and client contact lists
--Scheduling meetings and coordinating all logistics
--Training, assisting and providing orientation for new and less experienced members of staff
--Providing business development support
--Using internal library resources for external research
--Managing physical and electronic files
--Importing electronic documents
--Entering and tracking daily time recording for your timekeepers
--Opening and conducting conflicts checks
--Assisting clients when needed
--Preparing check requests and expense reports
This job is so you, isn’t it?! Join this firm where you can be proud of the contribution you will make with your team. Excellent salary potential, generous benefits, and bonus are part of your hiring package. Call Rosie Jones at (214)999-0909
Requirements
Minimum 5 year’s experience is required in a similar role within a medium to large law or professional services firm working for senior attorneys and partners
High proficiency in the use of Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Can-do attitude and flexible approach
Previous experience with Elite, Legal Key, and a document management system or comparable software would be an advantage
Conference room booking software and travel agency programs will be a huge plus for you
Must enjoy working with limited guidance
Use your own good judgment in decision making to solve problems to achieve the best business outcomes
Should be able to handle e-filing with the State and Federal Courts
Must enjoy interacting with clients over the phone
Wonderful things happen when you welcome them! Call Rosie Jones at (214)999-0909
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