Legal Assistant

Job Title: Legal Assistant

Job Overview:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions is seeking a Legal Assistant to join our client to support the daily operations of a busy legal team through effective client communication, accurate case documentation, and administrative coordination. This temporary-to-hire opportunity is based in St. Augustine, FL and requires onsite presence. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring clients receive timely responses while maintaining organized and up-to-date case records. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail and a professional approach to handling sensitive information in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation:
$20.50–$23.00/hour, based on experience

Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Key Responsibilities of the Legal Assistant:

• Serve as a first point of contact by managing incoming calls, directing inquiries appropriately, and providing clear, professional communication to clients
• Document and maintain accurate case information within the case management system, ensuring records are consistently updated and error-free
• Support client intake processes by gathering information, responding to follow-up inquiries, and assisting with appointment coordination
• Prepare, organize, and distribute general legal documents and correspondence as needed to support attorneys and paralegals
• Handle confidential information with discretion while assisting with a variety of administrative and operational tasks to keep workflows running efficiently

Qualifications and Skills for the Legal Assistant:

• High school diploma required; additional education or relevant administrative or legal experience is a plus
• Familiarity with legal terminology, office procedures, or client intake processes within a professional setting is preferred
• Strong communication skills with a polished and professional phone presence
• Proficiency in basic computer applications, including data entry and document preparation tools, with the ability to quickly learn new systems
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities accurately
• Experience handling sensitive or confidential information with professionalism and discretion

Why Join Us?
This opportunity offers a chance to gain hands-on experience in a collaborative legal environment while building valuable administrative and client service skills. You’ll work alongside a supportive team that values accuracy, professionalism, and growth, with the potential to transition into a long-term role.

About Us:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we’ve grown from a staffing agency to a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology. Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.