Description A San Francisco-based law firm is seeking a professional and client-focused Legal Receptionist to serve as the first point of contact for attorneys, clients, and visitors. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for someone who excels in a fast-paced, detail-oriented legal environment and takes pride in providing exceptional front-desk and administrative support. The Legal Receptionist will manage daily reception operations, maintain a welcoming office atmosphere, and support attorneys and legal staff with light administrative tasks to ensure smooth day-to-day operations. Key Responsibilities + Greet and assist clients, visitors, and vendors in a professional and courteous manner + Answer and route incoming phone calls, take accurate messages, and manage voicemail systems + Maintain lobby, conference rooms, and reception areas to ensure a polished and organized office environment + Coordinate conference room scheduling and assist with meeting setup as needed + Receive, sort, and distribute mail and courier deliveries + Assist with basic administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, scanning, and document preparation + Support attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants with ad hoc administrative requests + Monitor office supplies and coordinate restocking as needed + Ensure compliance with firm confidentiality and professionalism standards Requirements + 1-3+ years of experience as a receptionist or front desk professional, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a strong client-service mindset + Professional demeanor with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information + Strong organizational skills and attention to detail + Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, on-site office setting + Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and standard office equipment + Reliable, punctual, and comfortable serving as the face of the firm 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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Robert Half will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. 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. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .