Paralegals and Legal Assistants (Downtown NYC; Gov't Sector) Job at Robert Half

We are seeking a Paralegal and Legal Assistant to join our team located in New York. This role offers a contract to permanent employment opportunity within our organization. As a Paralegal and Legal Assistant, you will be tasked with a variety of responsibilities, including handling customer inquiries, maintaining customer records, and processing applications.

Responsibilities:

• Effectively handling incoming calls, determining the legal subject matter, and routing callers to the appropriate attorney or Department of Health program area.
• Proficiently coordinating the service of legal documents.
• Managing the processing of invoices for process service companies.
• Demonstrating proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Coordinating logistics for the Department of Health Direct Referral hearing process.
• Operating a postage meter and processing documents for certified mail.
• Working independently on multiple case hearing details.
• Maintaining organized workspaces and displaying strong prioritizing skills.
• Working professionally with personal and confidential information.
• Understanding and interpreting laws and other legal documents.
• Demonstrating proficiency with the operation of the Cisco telephone system.
• Being available to work overtime on short notice.

IMPORTANT NOTE*: Our client is hoping to identify someone with this skill set on a CONSULTANCY (i.e. project/hourly pay) basis. Please *DO NOT* apply to this role if you are searching only for (or primarily for) a full-time / permanent opportunity, as inbox is managed by Recruiters who specialize in ***contract placements only***.

REQUIRED / IDEAL SKILLSET:

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• Proficiency in handling legal documentation and understanding law regulations

• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively

• Experience with Cisco Technologies and phone systems

• Ability to interpret language and legal affairs

• Experience with certified mail and postage meter operations

• Proficiency in photocopying and scanning documents

• Ability to work in a coordinated manner with team members.