Description Are you a detail-oriented professional passionate about the legal field and seeking a short-term opportunity to showcase your skills? Look no further! We are hiring a skilled Temporary Legal Assistant to join a dynamic legal team in the heart of Austin, TX, where innovation, culture, and opportunity thrive.This temporary role is perfect for candidates eager to contribute their expertise and organizational prowess to critical legal matters. Whether you're between permanent roles or simply seeking flexibility, this assignment offers valuable experience in a fast-paced legal environment.Key Responsibilities
Administrative Support: Provide essential support to attorneys and paralegals, including calendar management, scheduling meetings, and drafting correspondence.
Document Preparation: Assist with drafting, editing, and organizing legal documents, such as contracts, court filings, pleadings, and discovery materials.
Case Management: Maintain and organize case files, track deadlines, and handle court and e-filing processes at the state and federal levels.
Legal Research: Conduct basic legal research using online legal databases like Westlaw or LexisNexis.
Client Interaction: Communicate professionally with clients and external parties as needed to obtain information, schedule appointments, or provide updates.
Requirements
Qualifications
Experience: 2+ years of experience as a legal assistant or in a similar legal support role; litigation experience preferred.
Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal case management software.
Excellent organization and time-management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
Knowledge: Familiarity with legal terminology and processes, as well as Texas court systems and procedures.
Education: Paralegal certification or relevant coursework is a plus but not required.
Why You’ll Love This Opportunity
Flexibility: Temporary assignments allow you to gain valuable experience without committing to a long-term role.
Location: Work in vibrant Austin, TX, a city known for its booming legal market, growing industries, and exceptional culture.
Growth Potential: Build relationships with established professionals and develop skills that can enhance your career.
Quick Impact: You’ll dive right into meaningful work, help achieve key deliverables, and make an immediate contribution to the team’s success.
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) .