Legal Assistant

Robert Half is staffing for a Legal Assistant/ Mail Assistant opportunity with a growing law firm in Midtown Manhattan. This position is focused primarily on the management and distribution of legal mail, ensuring that time-sensitive court correspondence, filings, notices, and legal documents are accurately tracked and delivered to the appropriate team members. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and understands the importance of deadlines within a legal environment.

Location: Midtown Manhattan, NY

Pay Rate: $20-$25 per hour

Schedule: 30-40 hours per week | 100% Onsite (5 Days per Week)

Duration: 2+ months with a potential to extend (Ongoing Temp)

Responsibilities

Mail Processing

• Manage all incoming and outgoing office mail.
• Process and distribute court mail promptly, ensuring time-sensitive filings, notices, and correspondence reach the appropriate attorney or paralegal.
• Maintain accurate logs and tracking systems for legal correspondence and court-related communications.
• Review incoming legal mail and ensure critical dates and deadlines are identified and communicated appropriately.
• Coordinate with attorneys and legal staff regarding urgent court notices and filings.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a law firm or legal environment.
• Experience handling court mail, legal correspondence, records management, or legal administrative support.
• Knowledge of NYSCEF, EDDS, court filings, and New York litigation procedures strongly preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and prioritize time-sensitive legal documents.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Reliable, dependable, and able to work onsite five days per week.

Compensation

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