Legal Assistant

We are seeking an Administrative Assistant / Legal Assistant for an 8-week temporary assignment in Jacksonville. The ideal candidate will be available to start as soon as possible to allow for training with the current assistant prior to leave beginning. This position will support an associate attorney, assist with administrative duties for the office manager and support staff, and serve as the primary point of contact for incoming calls. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with prior law firm experience seeking a short-term assignment in a professional office environment.

Responsibilities:

Support an associate attorney with administrative and legal assistant duties Answer and direct incoming phone calls Assist with general office and administrative tasks Provide support to the office manager and additional support staff as needed Maintain professionalism and organization in a fast-paced legal environment

Qualifications:

Minimum 1 year of insurance defense experience required Prior law firm experience preferred Strong communication and organizational skills Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Professional demeanor and dependable work ethic

Schedule:

Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. One-hour lunch break

Benefits:

Employees on assignment are eligible for basic medical, dental, and vision benefits. Interested candidates should apply today to be considered.

Pay Details:

$25.00 to $27.00 per hour Search managed by: Richard Harley Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for

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