Legal Assistant

We are looking for a Legal Assistant to support litigation matters for a contract position based in Boca Raton, Florida. This role will contribute to the preparation of legal documents, coordination of court filings, and day-to-day administrative support for attorneys handling civil litigation matters. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, excellent written communication, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment. Responsibilities: • Prepare, revise, and format legal correspondence, pleadings, motions, memoranda, and related case documents with a high level of accuracy. • Review written materials carefully to ensure proper grammar, consistency, and thorough presentation before submission or distribution. • Handle daily administrative support tasks such as scanning, copying, and document transmission to keep legal workflows moving efficiently. • Organize and submit court filings in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local rules, including electronic filing procedures. • Maintain attorney schedules in calendaring systems and email platforms while tracking key dates, hearings, and filing deadlines. • Monitor case timelines proactively, follow up on pending items, and help ensure all legal obligations are completed on time. • Keep client and matter files current, orderly, and complete so information is readily accessible when needed. • Communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, court personnel, and opposing counsel, and provide front-desk support when coverage is needed. • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a legal support role, with a strong preference for civil litigation experience. • Working knowledge of court filing practices and procedures across federal, state, and local jurisdictions, including e-filing. • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, along with confidence using online research tools. • Ability to type at least 65 words per minute with consistent accuracy and attention to detail. • Excellent proofreading, grammar, and legal document formatting skills. • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, stay organized, and perform effectively under tight deadlines. • Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently while supporting attorneys and legal staff. 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 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 “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.