Legal Assistant

Robert Half is seeking a legal assistant to support a boutique law firm in the Nashville area. This opportunity will require legal/law firm experience.

• Handle incoming phone calls, ensuring they are redirected to the appropriate department or person
• Manage the mail distribution process in the office, ensuring all mails are properly sorted and distributed
• Oversee the vetting process for checks, ensuring no errors or discrepancies occur
• Order and maintain medical records as part of the legal documentation process
• Assist in the daily distribution of checks to various recipients, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Assist in the preparation of legal documents related to long-term disability claims
• Provide administrative support as needed, including producing letters, handling bank deposits, and other tasks.
• Proven experience as a Legal Assistant, Paralegal, or similar role within a legal setting
• Proficient in the use of QuickBooks for accounting and financial management tasks
• Demonstrable ability in handling and organizing medical records with a high level of accuracy
• Knowledge and experience in managing daily mail, including sorting, distribution, and response coordination
• Strong understanding of legal terminologies, regulations, court system, and procedures
• Excellent organizational skills with an ability to think proactively and prioritize work
• High degree of professionalism, with the ability to handle confidential information
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, for liaising with clients, attorneys, and court personnel
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, for the creation of reports, presentations, and legal documentation
• Strong multitasking abilities, with an ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously
• Detail-oriented, with an ability to produce error-free documentation and maintain accurate records.