Description We are in search of a Legal Assistant in Arlington, Virginia. The successful candidate will play an essential role in our legal team, focusing on transactional law and corporate governance. This role involves a multitude of responsibilities, including managing legal documents, assisting attorneys, and ensuring effective communication with clients. Responsibilities: • Assist with various aspects of transactional law, focusing particularly on corporate governance and mergers and acquisitions. • Manage and process all legal documents and official communications in a timely manner to ensure seamless operations. • Prepare, file, and manage documents with the State Corporation Commission, including articles of incorporation, amendments, and annual reports. • Foster professional communication with clients, providing updates and addressing inquiries promptly and efficiently. • Coordinate schedules, meetings, and billing, and perform other administrative tasks as needed to support the transactional team. • Use legal software such as Aderant, Adobe Acrobat, Automated City Register Information System (ACRIS), Case Management Software, and CompuLaw to facilitate efficient case management. • Implement and manage billing functions, calendar management, claim administration, and client relations tasks. • Utilize strong communication skills to foster effective relationships with clients and team members. • Apply knowledge of corporate law to assist attorneys in handling cases and managing client relations. For immediate and confidential consideration, please submit resumes directly to Vice President of Permanent Placement, Anne-Laure McGrory at anne-laure [dot] mcgrory [at] roberthalf [dot] [com]. Requirements • Proven experience as a legal assistant or in a similar role within a law firm. • Proficiency in case management software and other legal-related software such as Aderant, Adobe Acrobat, Automated City Register Information System (ACRIS), and CompuLaw. • Capability to handle billing functions and calendar management efficiently. • Experience in claim administration and maintaining client relations. • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. • Solid understanding and experience in corporate law. • Ability to prioritize and multitask effectively. • High level of professionalism and confidentiality. • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. • Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team. 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. © 2024 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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .