Legal Administrative Assistant Job at Robert Half in Albany

Description We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive support to our team in Albany, New York. In this contract role, you will manage essential administrative tasks, coordinate schedules, and ensure seamless operations within our organization. This is a long-term contract position offering a dynamic opportunity to contribute to various legal and technical processes. Responsibilities:

• Prepare, review, and proofread legal and technical documents to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Organize and maintain both electronic and physical files, including initiating, archiving, and closing case files.
• Input and update data in case management systems, ensuring deadlines, citizen complaints, and litigation matters are properly recorded.
• Coordinate logistics for expert witnesses, depositions, court reporters, and both paper and electronic court filings.
• Manage database systems such as Oracle-based platforms and archive management tools to support operational needs.
• Oversee the bureau library, ensuring resources are updated and well-maintained.
• Draft and distribute correspondence and reference materials for the bureau.
• Schedule and facilitate meetings, video conferences, and conference calls with precision.
• Arrange travel plans, secure approvals, and process reimbursement information through the Statewide Financial System.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes, contract ID badge management, and bureau equipment inventory as needed.

Requirements - High school diploma or equivalent education required.

• Strong experience in document preparation, proofreading, and editing.
• Proficiency in managing both electronic and paper filing systems.
• Familiarity with Oracle-based database systems and case management tools.
• Ability to coordinate schedules and logistics for legal processes and meetings.
• Skilled in calendar management and travel arrangements, including reimbursement submissions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities with attention to detail and multitasking capabilities. TalentMatch®

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ( .