What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Operations Support Specialist position at Forrest Solutions?
Job Title: Legal Operations Support Specialist (Short-Term)
Duration: Approximately 2 months
Location: On-site (Daily presence required)
Pay Rate: $33–$35/hour
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Legal Operations Support specialist to manage a critical short-term project involving client engagement letters and electronic records organization. This position is essential to assist in a newly integrated merger to streamline processes, ensure timely billing, and improve internal records management.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and distribute engagement letters to clients, promptly initiating billing processes.
- Accurately process and input signed engagement letters into firm systems.
- Conduct diligent follow-ups with clients to ensure all engagement letters are received, executed, and properly documented.
- Efficiently manage the organization and categorization of electronic records currently stored in a single consolidated file.
- Adhere to established templates and firm guidelines for electronic records management.
- Collaborate closely and regularly with the lead paralegal for guidance, clarification, and management of physical documentation.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in Legal Operations or as a Paralegal or Legal Administrative Specialist.
- Demonstrated expertise in managing client engagement letters, particularly in a merger or integration context.
- Effective Self-Starter who can effectively pivot between two major projects.
- Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Proactive in client communications and diligent follow-up abilities.
- Proven experience handling electronic document management systems and records organization.
- Ability to work effectively onsite, independently, and collaboratively as part of a dedicated team.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Salary : $33 - $35
