Description

We are offering an exciting opportunity in San Jose, California for a Front Desk Legal Assistant. This role revolves around providing legal support, managing inbound calls, and maintaining office schedules, among other responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

• Handle incoming calls and direct them to the appropriate individual.

• Meet and greet clients, ensuring they receive a high level of service.

• Schedule and maintain Outlook Calendar for the use of conference rooms, ensuring efficient use of office space.

• Take responsibility for maintaining the firm’s master calendar, entering docket information during the day and following up with attorneys and legal assistants.

• Print daily calendars and distribute them to appropriate staff, ensuring everyone is aware of their schedules.

• Update and maintain staff rosters, ensuring accurate record keeping.

• Calendaring effectively to manage and track legal proceedings.

• Answer inbound calls promptly and professionally, providing information or redirecting as necessary

Requirements

• Must have a minimum of 1 year experience as a Legal Assistant

• Ability to manage and answer inbound calls efficiently

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask

• Detail-oriented and able to prioritize tasks effectively

• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

• Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

• Bachelor's Degree in Law, Paralegal Studies, or a related field is preferred

• Must be legally eligible to work in the specified location.

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.

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