Legal Secretary (Temp-to-Perm) Job at Adams & Martin Group in West Miami

Job Description

A mission-driven legal organization is looking for a Legal Secretary to support its attorneys in providing vital legal services to the community. This role begins as temporary with the strong possibility of converting to permanent employment.

What You'll Do

• Draft and prepare legal correspondence, pleadings, and case-related documents.
• Manage calendars, schedule hearings/meetings, and keep case files organized.
• Serve as a key contact for clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel.
• Handle phone calls, visitors, and routine inquiries with professionalism.
• File pleadings electronically and coordinate logistics for hearings, mediations, and depositions.
• Step in to assist colleagues when coverage is needed and help with administrative overflow.
• Provide general administrative and clerical support as required.

What We're Looking For

• At least one year of prior legal office experience (law firm or nonprofit setting).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; comfort learning legal case management systems.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills.
• Dependable, team-oriented, and able to maintain confidentiality.
• Typing speed of 60+ WPM preferred.

Compensation & Schedule

• Salary: $37,500 - $40,000 annually (DOE).
• Temp-to-perm opportunity with growth potential.

If you're looking to make an impact and build a long-term career, this could be the right move.

For consideration, please send your resume to jsilva(@)adamsmartingroup.com.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county , to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

Job Reference: JN -102025-406568