Overview
Legal Assistant Jobs in Southfield, USA at Robert Half
Description We are looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant to join our team in Southfield, Michigan. In this role, you will provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys in the Finance Practice Group, ensuring smooth workflows and successful project outcomes. This position requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Responsibilities:
– Deliver proactive administrative assistance to attorneys in the Finance Practice Group, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and accurately.
– Edit and proofread complex legal documents, identifying and addressing discrepancies or inconsistencies.
– Review, catalog, and organize signature pages for legal transactions.
– Compile and manage transaction documentation using detailed checklists, ensuring all materials are prepared for closings.
– Collaborate with attorneys and paralegals to collect and organize documents for closing books, including assembling final versions for attorney review.
– Communicate clearly and professionally with legal team members regarding project updates, transaction status, and specific needs.
– Coordinate with legal and accounting teams to gather cost and time data for transaction preparation.
– Perform administrative tasks such as proofreading, editing, and submitting attorney time entries, managing Continuing Legal Education credits, and handling reimbursements.
– Draft and review letters and memoranda in compliance with firm standards.
– Utilize Microsoft Office programs effectively, maintaining strong technical skills and embracing opportunities to learn new software. Requirements
– Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar administrative role.
– Proficiency in supporting finance-related legal practices.
– Strong proofreading and document editing skills with attention to detail.
– Experience managing transaction documentation and closing books.
– Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
– Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, with a willingness to learn new tools.
– Organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines efficiently.
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Title: Legal Assistant
Company: Robert Half
Location: Southfield, USA
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