Description Robert Half is seeking a Legal Secretary for our client in New Orleans, Louisiana. This role presents the opportunity to work in the Legal industry, handling a range of responsibilities from heavy dictation to court filings. This is a short-term contract employment opportunity. Responsibilities: • Handle heavy dictation tasks accurately and effectively • Review and analyze various legal documents • Schedule depositions efficiently, ensuring minimal scheduling conflicts • Manage online filing of court cases, ensuring accuracy and timeliness • Open to performing paralegal tasks when required • Ensure all legal documents are organized and easily accessible • Work with various court cases, providing necessary support and documentation • Handle court filings, ensuring they are done accurately and on time • Review and manage a large volume of documents as they come in Requirements • Must hold a minimum of 2 years of experience as a Legal Secretary or in a similar role • Proficiency in utilizing dictation tools and techniques • Demonstrated ability to schedule and manage depositions • Familiarity with preparing and reviewing court cases • Experience in handling court filings and legal documentation • Solid background in document review, ensuring all legal documents are correctly formatted and error-free • Excellent communication and organizational skills • Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines • Strong ethical standards and high levels of integrity • Proficiency in using legal software and Microsoft Office Suite • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion • Must have a proactive approach to problem-solving • Ability to multi-task and prioritize work • Must have strong attention to detail Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. Apply today! 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. 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) .