Onsite Contract Legal Assistant — Organized & Detail‑Oriented

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

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.