legal administrative assistant.

Randstad is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Administrative Assistant to directly support a managing partner of a law firm located in the east Memphis area. This is a direct-hire opportunity for a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and possesses exceptional administrative and communication skills. The ideal candidate will have litigation experience, be proactive, resourceful, and capable of handling a wide range of responsibilities with professionalism and discretion.

salary: $46,000 - $48,000 per year
shift: First
work hours: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
education: High School

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys in the preparation of legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery materials.
• Coordinate and manage case files, both physical and electronic, ensuring all documents are accurately organized, indexed, and readily accessible.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, depositions, hearings, mediations, and court appearances, including managing logistics and communication with all involved parties.
• Conduct legal research using online databases (e.g., LexisNexis, Westlaw) and other resources, and compile relevant information and summaries for cases.
• Assist the Managing Partner in managing client inquiries, providing updates, and ensuring a high level of client satisfaction.
• Handle incoming telephone calls, emails, and mail, screening and directing them appropriately and efficiently.
• Process expense reports and invoices.
• Perform other administrative tasks as needed to support the Managing Partner and the firm's operations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience in legal administration or a related field.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of previous experience working as a legal administrative assistant or in a similar legal support role.
• Demonstrated proficiency in conducting legal research and preparing legal documents

The essential functions of this role include:

working in a smoke free environment

Skills

Litigation (3 years of experience is required)

Handling Confidential Information

Maintaining Calendars

Transcribing Notes

Legal Research

Drafting - Legal

Qualifications

Years of experience: 3 years

Experience level: Experienced

Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.