Published 3 hours ago
Legal Assistant
Client: Confidential Law Firm
Location: Cleveland, OH
Job Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time | Hybrid
Compensation: $55,000 – $75,000 per year
Benefits: Full Benefits
Relocation Expenses: No
Interview Expenses: Yes
Openings: 1
The Role
Our client, a respected law firm in Cleveland, OH, is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant
to provide high-level administrative and document support to attorneys and paralegals.
This role is critical to ensuring deadlines are met, documents are accurate, and client
service standards are exceeded.
Key Responsibilities
Provide proactive administrative support to attorneys and legal teams
Edit and proofread legal and administrative documents for accuracy and consistency
Manage CLE credit tracking, calendaring, expense reimbursements, and scheduling
Greet clients, coordinate meetings, and handle professional correspondence
Electronically file documents with courts and maintain organized case files
Support billing processes including time entry, reporting, and client inquiries
Monitor deadlines and follow up on pending matters
Liaise with court personnel, attorneys, and internal staff
What You Bring
At least 3 years of legal assistant or legal administrative experience in a law firm
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Experience proofreading and formatting complex legal documents
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Professional written and verbal communication skills
Experience with electronic court filing systems
Must-Haves (Required to Submit)
Minimum 3 years of legal assistant or legal administrative experience
Law firm or equivalent legal services environment background
Strong Microsoft Office proficiency
Experience proofreading and editing legal documents
Ability to work onsite in Cleveland, OH
Salary requirement provided (not open or negotiable)
Authorized to work in the United States
No sponsorship required now or in the future
Preferred (Nice-to-Have)
Familiarity with Kofax/Nuance, InTapp, LMS+, iManage, or similar legal software
Experience supporting multiple attorneys simultaneously
CLE tracking, expense reimbursement, or billing support experience
Exposure to litigation, probate, or other specialized legal areas