Law Firm Receptionist

Job Summary

A professional legal services office in Los Angeles is seeking a polished and dependable Law Firm Receptionist for a temp-to-hire opportunity. This front desk role is ideal for someone with strong professional office experience, excellent communication skills, and a welcoming approach to client service.

The Law Firm Receptionist will support daily office operations by greeting visitors, answering phones, handling mail, and assisting with light administrative tasks. This is a great opportunity to join a stable, professional environment where the reception function is valued and essential to the client experience. The temp-to-hire structure offers a clear path to long-term employment, with strong benefits available after conversion.

Key Responsibilities

- Serve as the first point of contact for clients, visitors, attorneys, and staff in a professional law firm environment.
- Answer and route incoming phone calls promptly, accurately, and courteously.
- Receive, stamp, sort, and distribute mail according to office procedures.
- Maintain a neat, organized, and welcoming front desk and reception area.
- Assist with occasional shelving of law books and other light office support tasks.
- Provide dependable administrative support to help ensure smooth daily office operations.

Compensation and Benefits

- Pay range is $23 to $25 per hour.
- Temp-to-hire opportunity.
- Parking is provided.
- Multiple eateries are located within walking distance.
- After conversion, benefits include 100 percent employer-paid medical coverage.
- After conversion, dental and vision benefits are provided.
- After conversion, employees receive 13 paid holidays.
- After conversion, employees receive 18 days of PTO upon accrual.
- Annual bonuses may be provided at the discretion of the owners.

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Additional Skills

Required Qualifications and Skills

- Manage front desk reception and visitor intake in a professional office setting.
- Answer, screen, and route phone calls with accuracy and professionalism.
- Process incoming mail and support basic office administrative needs.
- Maintain an organized reception area and assist with light clerical tasks.

- At least 3 years of experience in a professional office environment.
- Strong phone etiquette and customer service skills.
- Professional demeanor, polished communication style, and a welcoming presence.
- Ability to stay organized while managing multiple front desk tasks.
- Reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail.
- Comfort working in a legal services or other professional services environment.

Preferred Qualifications

- Prior experience as a receptionist, front desk coordinator, or switchboard operator.
- Experience working in a law firm, legal services office, or professional services environment.
- Familiarity with handling office mail, visitor management, and multi-line phone systems.