Legal Assistant

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K plan

Paid leave

Job summary

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V. is seeking a highly organized Legal Assistant for an onsite contract/temporary role in Tampa. This position supports attorneys with documentation, calendars, and case management in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience in legal support, strong MS Office skills, and excellent written and verbal communication. This role offers a competitive hourly rate and potential for extension within a respected legal team.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare, edit, proofread, and file legal documents and correspondence.
• Maintain attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and track deadlines.
• Draft and revise legal forms, amendments, and routine correspondence.
• Organize and maintain legal files 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 accuracy.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Multitasking

Education

Paralegal Certificate or related education

Tools

Microsoft Office

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.

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

Pay Details: $20.00 to $25.00 per hour

Search managed by: Cierra Gill

• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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