Temp Legal Assistant

Little Rock, AR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

TEMP POSITION- 4 month assignment

The Legal Assistant provides legal secretarial and clerical support to one or more Assistant Federal Defenders.

Primary Responsibilities:

Legal Document Management: Utilizes legal terminology and court protocols to prepare edit proofread and assemble legal documents for filing and mailing.
Communication Handling: Manages incoming calls and visitors responding to general inquiries and relaying information.
Mail Management: Screens and routes mail reviews outgoing mail for accuracy and maintains correspondence records.
Correspondence Preparation: Drafts and formats letters and memoranda for Assistant Defenders.
Calendar and Scheduling: Maintains calendars arranges meetings and coordinates travel schedules.
Case File Organization: Manages case files tracks court appearances and notifies clients of appointments.
Administrative Support: Assists in managing CIA Panel-related tasks and other clerical duties.
Mail Services: Oversees incoming and outgoing mail including courier services.

Qualifications:

Office confidentiality knowledge (e.g. attorney-client privilege).
Familiarity with office operations and problem-solving.
Strong communication and computer skills.
Specialized Experience:
Legal secretarial expertise including case analysis and regulatory knowledge.
Progressive experience in legal or secretarial duties.

Educational Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent. Advanced education may substitute for experience.

Substitution Options
A bachelors degree or advanced education in relevant fields (e.g. law criminal justice) can substitute for some experience requirements.

National Background Check and Drug Screen required.
Monday through Friday 8am-5pm
4 months

Required Experience:

Contract

TEMP POSITION- 4 month assignmentThe Legal Assistant provides legal secretarial and clerical support to one or more Assistant Federal Defenders.Primary Responsibilities:Legal Document Management: Utilizes legal terminology and court protocols to prepare edit proofread and assemble legal documents fo...