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Posted July 06, 2026
Robert Half

Paralegal

New York, NY 10022, US Temporary
Compensation: $33.25 to $38.50 Hourly

Robert Half is seeking a highly organized Paralegal / Legal Office Manager to join their team on a long-term contract basis. This role is ideal for a versatile legal professional who enjoys wearing multiple hats and supporting attorneys with both substantive legal work and day-to-day office operations.


The successful candidate will be a true "jack-of-all-trades" who thrives in a collaborative environment and is willing to assist wherever needed to keep the office running smoothly.


Location: On-Site (5 Days per Week)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (hours may vary based on trial preparation needs)

Employment Type: Long-Term Contract

Pay: $30-$35 per hour


Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative and paralegal support to attorneys and legal staff
  • Assist with trial preparation, including organizing and assembling case materials
  • Prepare, format, copy, bind, and distribute legal documents
  • Draft and update Tables of Authorities (TOA) and Tables of Contents (TOC)
  • Coordinate mailings, deliveries, and court-related correspondence
  • Collect, organize, and maintain court filings and legal records
  • Manage physical and electronic file systems
  • Assist with document production and exhibit preparation
  • Track deadlines and assist with case management activities
  • Utilize Microsoft Word and Excel for document preparation, reporting, and organization
  • Support general office management and administrative functions as needed



Qualifications:

Qualifications

  • Previous experience as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant, or Legal Administrative Professional
  • Experience supporting attorneys in a law firm environment
  • Strong knowledge of legal document preparation and formatting
  • Experience creating and updating TOAs and TOCs
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking skills
  • Ability to prioritize competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Flexibility to work additional hours when required during trial preparation



Compensation

$33.25-$38.50 Hourly

About Us

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.

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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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