Description We are ready to onboard a Legal Assistant at our Washington, DC location. The role involves managing legal documentation and handling client project support tasks. This role is part of the legal industry, and it is a great chance to work within a detail-oriented environment. Responsibilities: • Manage document production efficiently using Word, Excel, and Outlook. • Proofread and correct legal documents marked up by attorneys. • Ensure the finalization of documents for signature, by verifying details like names, pagination, and running TOCs. • Download statutes in Lexis as per given citation. • Process signed documents from clients following firm guidelines. • Carry out correspondence tasks. • Edit legal documents such as wills, estates, and trusts. • Manage the billing process for 2-3 attorneys using Juris, including time input and learning the billing system. • Generate monthly bills and produce reports for the same. • Handle minor travel management tasks. • Oversee expense management, including notifying the accounting department of the charges and whether they should be passed onto a client. • Provide support on client projects, such as filings with local jurisdictions, preparing for client meetings, and other document-based support tasks like compiling binders, filings, and using a filing system 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 • Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or in a similar role • Proficiency in billing functions and financial transactions related to legal services • Strong skills in calendar management, including scheduling meetings, court appearances, and deadlines • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to liaise with clients and legal professionals • Familiarity with law office procedures, legal terminology, and court processes • Ability to prepare legal documents and correspondence with high accuracy • Proficiency in using legal software and other office equipment. 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. © 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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .