Overview
Legal Administrative Assistant – Contractor Jobs in Charleston, SC at Goodwin Recruiting
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (40 Hours/Week)
Job Type: Contract (Approximately 3 Months)
Pay Rate – $32-36 per hour
Our client is a well-established regional law firm seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant to support a busy Commercial Litigation practice. This is a full-time contract opportunity for an experienced legal professional who can step in quickly and provide high-quality administrative support in a fast-paced legal environment. The assignment is expected to last approximately three months while covering a leave of absence.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- 3+ years of experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant or Legal Secretary.
- Experience supporting multiple attorneys in a law firm environment.
- Commercial Litigation and/or Insurance Defense experience strongly preferred.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document management systems.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be able to work onsite Monday through Friday.
- Experience in a mid-sized or large law firm preferred.
Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative and secretarial support to multiple litigation attorneys.
- Draft, proofread, and format legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and reports.
- Maintain and organize electronic and physical case files while ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Manage attorney calendars, including scheduling hearings, depositions, mediations, client meetings, and conference calls.
- Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and outside vendors.
- Prepare attorney time entries, billing support, and expense reports.
- Assist with filing, scanning, electronic document management, and general office administration.
- Coordinate meetings, travel arrangements, and other administrative activities as needed.
- Support attorneys with legal and administrative projects while helping ensure the efficient day-to-day operation of the practice.
Title: Legal Administrative Assistant – Contractor
Company: Goodwin Recruiting
Location: Charleston, SC
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