Legal Administrator

Description We are looking for a skilled Legal Administrator to join our team in Houston, Texas. This position plays a vital role in supporting the Legal Department, providing comprehensive administrative and operational assistance to attorneys and ensuring the efficient handling of legal and compliance activities. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in legal processes, strong organizational skills, and a meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver advanced administrative support to attorneys, including managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling correspondence.
• Prepare, format, and oversee legal and contractual documents such as litigation holds, demand letters, and cease-and-desist communications.
• Conduct legal and business research, including bankruptcy inquiries, and assist with drafting claims and related filings.
• Track and coordinate compliance activities, ensuring timely completion of anti-corruption training for employees and vendors.
• Maintain organized physical and digital filing systems to support efficient legal operations.
• Manage vendor and third-party verification processes, including documentation reviews and reporting updates.
• Process and monitor legal invoices using legal management tools, ensuring compliance with internal protocols.
• Assist with insurance-related tasks, including reviewing documents and coordinating certificates of insurance.
• Facilitate vendor onboarding and ensure adherence to required business procedures.
• Monitor vendor compliance with service agreements and escalate issues when necessary. Requirements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal software; familiarity with legal research tools and case management systems is advantageous.
• Fluency in English is required, with knowledge of Spanish considered a plus.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities, with a strong capacity to prioritize and manage time effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft clear and precise legal documents.
• High attention to detail and accuracy to ensure compliance with legal standards.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion and maintain confidentiality.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate or bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience working in a legal department, ideally within a corporate environment.

Certifications such as Detail Oriented Legal Secretary or Accredited Legal Detail Oriented are preferred, and notary public certification is a plus. 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. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. 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) .