Legal Administrative Assistant

Description We are on the search for a Legal Assistant to manage our front desk and perform a variety of administrative and clerical tasks in our Atlanta office. This role involves greeting and directing guests, managing incoming phone calls, and maintaining a tidy reception area. This position also requires handling mail and deliveries, maintaining office security, and performing duties such as filing, photocopying, and faxing. This role offers a contract to hire employment opportunity.Responsibilities: Greet and welcome guests as soon as they arrive at the office Direct visitors to the appropriate person and office Answer, screen, and forward incoming phone calls Ensure the reception area is tidy and presentable, with all necessary stationery and material Provide basic and accurate information in person and via phone/email Receive, sort, and distribute daily mail/deliveries Maintain office security by following safety procedures and controlling access via the reception desk Order front office supplies and keep an inventory of stock Update calendars and schedule meetings Arrange travel and accommodations, and prepare vouchers Keep updated records of office expenses and costs Perform other clerical receptionist duties such as filing, photocopying, transcribing and faxing Manage multi-line phone system Provide excellent customer service Perform data entry tasks Handle email correspondence Use Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft Word to perform tasks Organize files and schedule appointments Handle client intake Distribute incoming mail Order office supplies Requirements Proficient in answering a multi-line phone system Strong customer service skills Ability to perform data entry tasks efficiently Capable of managing email correspondence professionally Possess excellent interpersonal skills Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft Word Expertise in organizing files systematically Ability to schedule appointments and manage calendars effectively Experience in client intake procedures Skilled in distributing incoming mail efficiently Responsible for ordering office supplies as needed Previous experience in a legal assistant role or similar is preferred Law degree or certification in legal studies is desirable Must be able to handle confidential information with discretion Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 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.© 2024 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) .