Legal Assistant

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

401K plan

Job summary

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V. is seeking a organized Legal Assistant for an onsite contract/temporary role to support attorneys and legal teams.

The position focuses on administrative tasks, document management, calendar maintenance, and coordination of signatures in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication and detail orientation are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in Legal Assistant or related role
• Strong MS Office suite skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication

Responsibilities

• Prepare, edit, proofread, and file legal documents
• Maintain attorney calendars and deadlines
• Draft contracts and routine correspondence
• Organize legal files and document systems
• Coordinate document execution and signatures
• Support legal research and client communications

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Education

Legal Secretary experience

Tools

Document management systems

Job description

Legal Assistant

Location: Onsite

Employment Type: Contract / Temporary

About the Opportunity

LHH is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant for an onsite contract/temporary opportunity. This position will support attorneys and legal teams by providing administrative, documentation, and case management assistance in a fast-paced legal environment. The ideal candidate will be proactive, professional, and capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, edit, proofread, and file legal documents and correspondence.
• Maintain attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and track important deadlines.
• Draft and revise legal forms, contract amendments, and routine correspondence.
• Organize and maintain legal files, records, and document management systems.
• Coordinate document execution and collect required signatures.
• Assist with legal research and information gathering.
• Communicate with clients, courts, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Support litigation, contract administration, and general legal department operations.
• Manage multiple requests while meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy.
• Perform additional administrative and legal support duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Legal Assistant, Legal Secretary, or related role.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Knowledge of legal terminology, court filings, and legal documentation processes.
• Experience supporting litigation, contracts, or compliance functions.
• Paralegal Certificate or related education is a plus.

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Gain experience with a respected legal team.
• Competitive compensation.
• Opportunity to expand your legal and administrative expertise.
• Potential for extension or future opportunities based on business needs.

Pay Details: $14.00 to $21.00 per hour

Benefits

• Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan.
• Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs.
• In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

LHH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.