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Legal Secretary

Legal Secretary

Robert Half • New York City, NY, United States
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Description

About the Firm

Our client is a reputable law firm recognized for its excellence in corporate and financial legal services. They pride themselves on fostering a collaborative and professional work environment with a strong commitment to client service and internal growth.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Legal Secretary with 3-5 years of experience supporting attorneys in a corporate or finance legal department. The ideal candidate will be skilled in managing a high-volume workload, handling confidential materials, and providing exceptional administrative and legal support. Legal Secretary will support 1 Partner and 2 Associates.

Reason for opening : Replacing another Legal Secretary

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide direct support to attorneys in the Corporate and Finance departments.
  • Prepare, proofread, and revise legal documents including agreements, correspondence, and memos.
  • Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements.
  • Handle client communications and maintain client files in accordance with firm policies.
  • File documents with various courts and government agencies as needed.
  • Assist with billing, time entry, and expense reporting.
  • Maintain confidentiality of all firm and client information.

Requirements

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of legal secretarial experience in a corporate or finance practice area.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
  • Exceptional organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • High level of discretion and professionalism.
  • Spanish-speaking is preferred but not required.
  • Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

    Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https : / / www.roberthalf.com / us / en / mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

    All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract / temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract / temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

    © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M / F / Disability / Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https : / / www.roberthalf.com / us / en / terms) .

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