Legal Administrative Assistant
Location: Columbia, SC
Pay: $17-19/hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Type: Long-term contract

We are a recruiting agency partnering with a state government department in Columbia, SC to identify a detail-oriented and experienced Legal Administrative Assistant. This is a long-term contract opportunity with consistent hours in a professional legal office setting.

Key Responsibilities:
Provide administrative support to attorneys and legal staff
Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents and correspondence
Maintain case files, records, and confidential documentation
Manage calendars, deadlines, and scheduling related to legal matters
Assist with data entry, document tracking, and filing
Communicate with internal departments and external contacts as needed

Requirements:
Previous legal administrative experience is required
Familiarity with legal terminology, documentation, and procedures
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a structured environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
Experience in a government or public-sector legal office is a plus, but not required

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

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