Legal Assistant
About The Position
HireNow Staffing is partnering with a highly regarded law firm in Cleveland, Ohio, to hire a seasoned Legal Assistant who brings strong law firm experience, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to support attorneys in a fast-paced professional environment. This role is ideal for a polished legal administrative professional who understands the importance of precision, confidentiality, and client service. The Legal Assistant will play a key role in keeping attorney workflows organized, deadlines met, and legal documents prepared to the highest standard. Only candidates who meet the required qualifications will be considered for interview.
Requirements
- Minimum 3+ years of legal assistant or legal administrative experience within a law firm
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including: Word (advanced formatting), Outlook (calendar + communication management), Excel and PowerPoint
- Demonstrated experience proofreading and preparing complex legal documentation
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a high-volume environment
- Professional communication skills with a high level of discretion and judgment
- Experience with electronic court filing systems
- Ability to work onsite in Cleveland, OH
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting multiple attorneys simultaneously in a busy practice
- Familiarity with legal technology platforms such as: iManage, Nuance/Kofax, InTapp LMS+ or other document management systems
- Exposure to specialized practice areas such as litigation, probate, or corporate law
- Experience assisting with CLE tracking, billing coordination, or reimbursement processes
Responsibilities
- Deliver proactive day-to-day support to attorneys, paralegals, and practice teams
- Proofread, edit, and format legal documents, correspondence, and internal materials with accuracy
- Maintain calendars, coordinate meetings, arrange travel, and manage scheduling logistics
- Track CLE credits, professional deadlines, and attorney compliance requirements
- Greet clients and visitors professionally and assist with meeting coordination
- Handle attorney expense reimbursements and related administrative reporting
- Electronically file documents with courts and support proper case file organization
- Assist with time entry, billing support, and responding to client-related inquiries
- Monitor case deadlines and follow up on pending tasks to ensure timely completion
- Communicate effectively with court personnel, attorneys, and internal departments
Benefits
- Competitive salary range: $55,000 – $75,000 annually
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Long-term stability within a respected legal environment
- Direct attorney partnership and high-impact administrative responsibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
