Legal Secretary

Description Our client, a respected law firm specializing in medical malpractice, is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant for a four-month assignment to provide critical support to an experienced of counsel attorney. The successful candidate will be comfortable working with a Dictaphone, have strong typing and MS Word skills, and possess the full range of legal assistant competencies necessary for a fast-paced, professional environment.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Transcribe legal documents, correspondence, and memoranda from Dictaphone recordings with speed and accuracy. + Draft, format, and revise pleadings, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents using MS Word. + Manage case files, maintain an organized filing system (digital and/or hard copy), and ensure timely document retrieval. + Assist with the preparation of trial binders, exhibits, medical chronologies, and summaries. + Perform basic legal research and prepare standard reports as directed. + File documents with courts and liaise with court personnel as necessary. + Screen and route incoming communications for the attorney. + Track deadlines and ensure timely calendar management. + Support billing processes and time entry as needed. + Maintain professionalism and confidentiality at all times.

Assignment Details:

Duration:

4 months' vacation coverage for the right person that will commit to this duration

Hours:

Full-time, 40 hours/week, M-F, 8AM - 5PM On-site or hybrid work environment (based on client requirements) Parking is not provided in the downtown Honolulu area - bus accessible Requirements + Demonstrated experience as a Legal Assistant, ideally in medical malpractice or litigation (minimum 1 year). + Proficiency with Dictaphone transcription. + Typing speed of at least 50 words per minute. + Superior Microsoft Word skills; proficiency in formatting and redlining documents. + Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize multiple assignments. + Excellent verbal and written communication abilities. + Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced legal environment. If you are a self-motivated Legal Assistant with strong litigation skills and a passion for supporting busy attorneys, we encourage you to apply. Our company connects skilled professionals with leading law firms, helping you make an impact from day one. 808-531-0800 TalentMatch® 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. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .