Legal Secretary

Robert Half is hiring a Full-Time Legal Secretary to join our administrative team in Syracuse, Onondaga County. We're searching for a meticulous professional who excels at supporting attorneys and legal staff through expert document management, scheduling, and office coordination.

About the Role

In this full-time position, you'll serve as a key member of our legal department, keeping our operations running smoothly while supporting attorneys with their most critical administrative needs. You'll handle confidential legal matters, manage complex scheduling, and ensure every document meets the exacting standards our practice demands. Your organizational excellence and professional judgment will directly contribute to client service and team productivity.

What You'll Do

• Draft, format, and proofread legal documents including pleadings, motions, agreements, and correspondence
• Maintain attorney calendars and coordinate client meetings, court appearances, and legal deadlines
• Organize and maintain legal files, documents, and case materials using proper indexing systems
• Answer client and court inquiries with professionalism and accuracy
• Assist attorneys with legal research by gathering, organizing, and summarizing relevant materials
• Process billing records, time entries, and legal invoicing with precision
• Coordinate communication with clients, courts, and opposing counsel
• Handle typing, copying, filing, and general administrative support across the legal team

What We're Looking For

• Outstanding organizational and time-management abilities
• Exceptional attention to detail and proofreading skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; legal software experience preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Proven discretion when handling confidential information
• Prior experience in a legal office environment preferred
• Professional demeanor with excellent reliability and initiative

How to Apply

To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there.