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Robert Half
Legal Secretary
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What they do
A Legal Secretary provides secretarial work that requires specialized knowledge of legal terminology and procedures. Prepares documents such as subpoenas or summonses and assists with legal research. Works with supervision from an attorney or paralegal.
$49,746 / year median in Iowa
-30% projected decline
Job Description
Legal Secretary (Contract)
Key ResponsibilitiesServe as the first point of contact by greeting clients and answering incoming phone calls.
Schedule client appointments and maintain attorney calendars, including tracking important deadlines and court dates.
Process and manage electronic court filings through Iowa's e-filing system.
Organize, maintain, and update both electronic and paper case files.
Receive, sort, scan, and distribute incoming mail and legal documents.
Print, save, and route court filings and case correspondence to appropriate attorneys.
Assist with document preparation, formatting, copying, scanning, and PDF management.
Process client payments, including cash, check, and credit card transactions.
Coordinate bill and invoice handling by routing documentation to the bookkeeping team.
Prepare and print checks for attorney review and distribution.
Order office supplies and assist with general office administration.
Provide light dictation and administrative support as needed.
Location:
Cedar Rapids, IAEmployment Type:
ContractA well-established legal office in Cedar Rapids is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to support attorneys in a fast-paced practice. This role is ideal for an administrative professional who enjoys organization, client interaction, and managing multiple priorities. Previous legal experience is preferred, particularly exposure to criminal law, personal injury, workers' compensation, or estate planning, but candidates with strong administrative backgrounds will also be considered.Key ResponsibilitiesServe as the first point of contact by greeting clients and answering incoming phone calls.
Schedule client appointments and maintain attorney calendars, including tracking important deadlines and court dates.
Process and manage electronic court filings through Iowa's e-filing system.
Organize, maintain, and update both electronic and paper case files.
Receive, sort, scan, and distribute incoming mail and legal documents.
Print, save, and route court filings and case correspondence to appropriate attorneys.
Assist with document preparation, formatting, copying, scanning, and PDF management.
Process client payments, including cash, check, and credit card transactions.
Coordinate bill and invoice handling by routing documentation to the bookkeeping team.
Prepare and print checks for attorney review and distribution.
Order office supplies and assist with general office administration.
Provide light dictation and administrative support as needed.