Legal Assistant

About the job Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant

Location:

Cleveland, OH
Job Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time
Work Model:
Onsite (Cleveland-based)
Compensation: $55,000 - $75,000 per year
Benefits:
Full Benefits Package
Relocation:
Not Offered
Interview Expenses:
Covered
Openings: 1

Overview

Hire Now Staffing is partnering with a highly regarded law firm in Cleveland, Ohio, to hire a seasoned Legal Assistant who brings strong law firm experience, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to support attorneys in a fast-paced professional environment.

This role is ideal for a polished legal administrative professional who understands the importance of precision, confidentiality, and client service. The Legal Assistant will play a key role in keeping attorney workflows organized, deadlines met, and legal documents prepared to the highest standard.

Only candidates who meet the required qualifications will be considered for interview.

Key Responsibilities

The Legal Assistant will provide comprehensive administrative and document support, including:

• Deliver proactive day-to-day support to attorneys, paralegals, and practice teams
• Proofread, edit, and format legal documents, correspondence, and internal materials with accuracy
• Maintain calendars, coordinate meetings, arrange travel, and manage scheduling logistics
• Track CLE credits, professional deadlines, and attorney compliance requirements
• Greet clients and visitors professionally and assist with meeting coordination
• Handle attorney expense reimbursements and related administrative reporting
• Electronically file documents with courts and support proper case file organization
• Assist with time entry, billing support, and responding to client-related inquiries
• Monitor case deadlines and follow up on pending tasks to ensure timely completion
• Communicate effectively with court personnel, attorneys, and internal departments

Required Qualifications (Non-Negotiable)

Candidates must meet the following requirements to be considered:

• Minimum 3+ years of legal assistant or legal administrative experience within a law firm
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including:
  • Word (advanced formatting)
  • Outlook (calendar + communication management)
  • Excel and Power Point
• Demonstrated experience proofreading and preparing complex legal documentation
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a high-volume environment
• Professional communication skills with a high level of discretion and judgment
• Experience with electronic court filing systems
• Ability to work onsite in Cleveland, OH

Preferred Qualifications (Strong Plus)

Standout candidates may also bring:

• Experience supporting multiple attorneys simultaneously in a busy practice
• Familiarity with legal technology platforms such as:
  • iManage
  • Nuance/Kofax
  • In Tapp
  • LMS+ or other document management systems
• Exposure to specialized practice areas such as litigation, probate, or corporate law
• Experience assisting with CLE tracking, billing coordination, or reimbursement processes

Compensation & Benefits

This role offers :

• Competitive salary range: $55,000 - $75,000 annually
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Long-term stability within a respected legal environment
• Direct attorney partnership and high-impact administrative responsibility

Hire Now Staffing Disclaimer

Hire Now Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this role. All candidate information is handled confidentially and evaluated against defined requirements. This job description outlines the general scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Duties may evolve based on client needs and business growth. Only candidates meeting the core qualifications will be considered for interview.