<p><strong>*** This position can sit in downtown Los Angeles or downtown San Diego. Either way, 3x/week office attendance is required.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>A mid-sized regional law firm with multiple offices throughout California is looking for a Litigation Practice Assistant to join their heavy-hitting trial team.<strong> 5+ years of complex civil litigation experience in California is required.</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities of Role</u>: </strong></p><p>· eFiling pleadings in state and federal courts</p><p>· managing attorneys’ calendars/litigation deadlines</p><p>· preparing for trial substantively </p><p>· generating TOAs/TOCs </p><p>· formatting legal docs (firm uses CCC macros – this is a must have!) </p><p><em> ^ The firm is unable to train on these fundamentals of running a litigation desk; please do not apply without the experience above.</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Perks of Firm</u></strong>: </p><p>o Often named among the 2022 Most Admired Law Firms by the Los Angeles Business Journal</p><p>o Very collegial environment and team</p><p>o Paid parking</p><p>o Wednesday lunch brought in (sometimes more often)</p><p>o Team building events (recently went bowling)</p><p>o RHL has placed numerous people in their NorCal and SoCal offices</p>
<p>Our distinguished client is seeking a dedicated Medical Malpractice Paralegal to join our team in Yardley, Pennsylvania. This position offers the chance to work in a dynamic legal environment where your expertise will contribute to meaningful case outcomes. If you thrive on managing complex litigation and supporting attorneys in high-stakes cases, this role is an excellent opportunity to grow and advance your career.</p><p><br></p><p>Please only apply if you have direct medical malpractice legal experience. Interested candidates who would like to be considered immediately should reach out to Kevin Ross at Robert Half in Philadelphia. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct thorough case investigations to identify liable parties and gather critical evidence.</p><p>• Maintain consistent communication with clients to monitor their injuries and medical treatments.</p><p>• Collect, organize, and analyze medical and billing records to support case development.</p><p>• Evaluate health insurance liens and subrogation claims to ensure compliance and accurate resolution.</p><p>• Draft compelling legal documents, including demand letters and settlement agreements.</p><p>• Assist attorneys with preparing for settlements, discovery, and litigation proceedings.</p><p>• Manage trial preparation tasks, such as creating exhibits and organizing necessary documentation.</p><p>• Facilitate clear and effective communication with clients, opposing counsel, and other legal stakeholders.</p><p>• Oversee case timelines and maintain accurate records in legal management software.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Personal Injury Trial Paralegal to join our mid-sized law firm client's dedicated team in Phoenix, Arizona. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in litigation and trial preparation, particularly in Plaintiff's personal injury cases. If you thrive in a dynamic and collaborative environment, this position offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful cases involving product liability, premises liability, wrongful death, and similar areas. FileVine experience preferred.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Coordinate all aspects of trial preparation, including creating visual aids, models, and mockups to support case presentations.</p><p>• Manage civil litigation processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal requirements.</p><p>• Draft and organize legal documents, pleadings, and discovery materials related to personal injury cases.</p><p>• Collaborate with attorneys to develop case strategies and provide comprehensive support during trial proceedings.</p><p>• Maintain and organize case files, ensuring all relevant information is easily accessible.</p><p>• Conduct thorough research on case law, statutes, and regulations to support litigation efforts.</p><p>• Communicate with clients and witnesses to gather essential information and provide updates on case progress.</p><p>• Utilize FileVine or similar case management software to track deadlines, documentation, and case details.</p><p>• Assist in wrongful death, product liability, and premises liability cases, providing specialized expertise.</p><p>• Coordinate mock trials and other pre-trial activities to ensure readiness for courtroom proceedings.</p>
<p>One of RHL's long-time clients, a boutique real estate litigation firm in downtown San Diego with a 37.5 hour work week, is seeking a <strong>Litigation Assistant </strong>to join the team and provide essential administrative support to our attorneys. This role requires proficiency in eFiling, court calendaring, document formatting, and discovery management.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>eFile pleadings, motions, and other legal documents with state and federal courts.</li><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date court calendars and trial deadlines.</li><li>Format and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, motions, correspondence, and discovery requests, ensuring accuracy and compliance with court rules.</li><li>Manage and organize electronic and physical case files.</li><li>Assist with the preparation and service of discovery requests and responses.</li><li>Coordinate and schedule depositions.</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half Legal is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Pre-Litigation Legal Support Specialist with 2-3 years of experience, to assist attorneys and clients in the critical preparation stages of legal matters in Houston, Texas. This contract role invites a motivated professional to support pre-litigation activities through drafting, research, and document review while keeping the process streamlined and efficient.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Assist attorneys in drafting demand letters, correspondence, and documentation needed for pre-litigation strategies.</li><li>Review, organize, and manage legal files, including client records and evidence, ensuring all materials are readily accessible.</li><li>Conduct factual research and gather relevant information, including reviewing police reports, medical records, and related documents.</li><li>Coordinate communication between clients, opposing parties, witnesses, experts, and legal teams to facilitate case progress.</li><li>Calendar and track pre-litigation deadlines to ensure timely submission of materials.</li><li>Support settlement negotiations by organizing and maintaining evidence, records, and communication documentation.</li><li>Prepare pre-litigation reports and summaries for attorneys in advance of potential litigation.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable legal standards and procedures in all pre-litigation phases.</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is seeking a skilled <strong>Legal Assistant</strong> to support a litigation team in Charleston. This <strong>on-site</strong> role demands organizational excellence, attention to detail, and strict confidentiality in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Draft, proofread, and file legal documents in Federal and State courts.</li><li>Schedule meetings, manage attorney calendars, and coordinate logistics.</li><li>Provide administrative and clerical support, including time entry and expense reporting.</li><li>Organize files, save key correspondence, and maintain document management systems.</li><li>Conduct research, respond to inquiries, and foster positive client relationships.</li><li>Ensure confidentiality and backup support for team members.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>High School Diploma/GED required; associate/bachelor’s degree preferred.</li><li><strong>5–7 years of litigation legal assistant experience.</strong></li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.</li><li>Strong communication, organizational, and prioritization skills.</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half Legal is partnering with a boutique, women-owned plaintiff personal injury firm in Beverly Hills to find a dedicated Litigation Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic team, supporting attorneys and paralegals through all phases of personal injury litigation. If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional looking to grow in the legal field, this role may be the perfect fit for you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Drafting Legal Correspondence:</strong> Prepare legal documents, discovery shells, basic pleadings, and professional client communications.</li><li><strong>Organizing Case Files:</strong> Maintain case databases, track discovery, and manage records from providers and third parties.</li><li><strong>Calendar Management:</strong> Ensure deadlines, depositions, hearings, and appointments are accurately scheduled and tracked.</li><li><strong>Client and Provider Communication:</strong> Liaise with clients, medical providers, lienholders, insurance adjusters, and process servers.</li><li><strong>Trial Preparation:</strong> Compile exhibits, organize trial binders, and prepare witness folders for trial-related tasks.</li><li><strong>Filing and Court Coordination:</strong> Provide logistical support for filing, service of process, and court-related procedures.</li></ul>
<p>📣✨ <strong>Now Hiring: Legal Secretary in Atlanta, GA!</strong> ⚖️📂</p><p><br></p><p>Are you a meticulous multitasker with a passion for supporting legal operations? A leading law office in <strong>Atlanta, GA</strong> is seeking an experienced <strong>Legal Secretary</strong> to join their dynamic team! This is your chance to thrive in a fast-paced, professional environment while playing a vital role in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.</p><p><br></p><p>📋 <strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><p>✔️ Manage and organize <strong>client files</strong> (both physical and electronic) for easy access and secure storage.</p><p>✔️ Prepare critical legal documents, including <strong>affidavits, liens, pleadings, and addendums</strong>. </p><p>✔️ Draft <strong>mediation, arbitration, and trial binders</strong> to assist legal proceedings.</p><p>✔️ Oversee <strong>court filings</strong> across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with electronic filing requirements.</p><p>✔️ Coordinate <strong>calendar management</strong> and support attorneys with deadline tracking.</p><p>✔️ Design professional <strong>PowerPoint presentations</strong> for attorney-led events.</p><p>✔️ Help with meeting logistics, including <strong>scheduling conference rooms and setup/cleanup</strong>. </p><p>✔️ Provide invaluable <strong>administrative support</strong> as part of a team-oriented environment.</p><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is recruiting a Litigation Secretary for our international law firm client in downtown San Francisco (hybrid telecommute remotely 2 days/wk) with a leading commercial litigation practice. To qualify, candidates should have at least 5 years of experience formatting and finalizing pleadings for e-filing (or manual) in Federal & state courts, tables of contents (TOC's) and tables of authorities (TOA's), case management, trial preparation and procedure, discovery and large document productions, and calendaring. Technically, candidates should ideally be proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Outlook, and Excel), PC Docs, and PDF/Adobe. Soft skills required include detail-oriented, very organized, excellent verbal/written communication, dependable, timely, efficient, and team player.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a direct-hire opportunity and hours are 37.5 per week (sometimes overtime). Our prestigious client is offering a base salary of $90,000 - 120,000/yr, DOE, employment benefits (including 401k Plan with Firm contributions), and 20 days PTO and 10 firm holidays. For confidential consideration, please email resume to Jon Lucchese, VP - Permanent Placement Services Practice, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!</p>
<p>A polished and growing insurance defense law firm in Walnut Creek is seeking a Legal Secretary to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a family-oriented, collaborative office culture with a strong reputation in the Bay Area legal community.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare, proofread, and format motions, pleadings, discovery, and correspondence</li><li>Manage E-filing in state and federal courts</li><li>Handle trial preparation, including exhibits, witness coordination, and case files</li><li>Maintain attorney calendars, deadlines, and case schedules</li><li>Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys and paralegals</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half Legal is partnering with a small, established trust and estates firm in Brentwood to assist in their search for a Part-Time Legal Administrative Assistant. This is a short-term, part-time contract assignment with an anticipated duration of approximately 1 month, with the potential for extension. The position begins Tuesday, October 7th, and requires on-site availability Tuesday through Thursday (24 hours per week).</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>The Legal Administrative Assistant will provide critical support to the firm's managing attorney and ensure day-to-day tasks are completed efficiently. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:</li><li>Answering and routing phone calls in a professional and courteous manner.</li><li>Handling incoming and outgoing mail, including scanning, printing, and sending.</li><li>Interfacing directly with clients as needed, delivering excellent customer service.</li><li>Assisting with general clerical tasks, such as organizing files and maintaining office systems.</li><li>Supporting the managing attorney with administrative needs, including printing legal documents and preparing them for use.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is recruiting a Legal Research Analyst for a global AmLaw100 law firm client with offices in San Francisco and Silicon Valley (as well as two offices in Los Angeles area). This is a law librarian position responsible for doing various database research projects requested by the firm’s attorneys, mostly from the corporate and transactional practices. Examples of research projects include online searches to gather data to benchmark certain corporate transactions (M& A, private equity & venture financings, IPOs, etc.), SEC precedents research, annual/quarterly/Section 16 reporting disclosures for public companies, legislation research for corporate advisory and compliance matters, and requests for information concerning prospective clients and market intel for business development.</p><p><br></p><p>The following are the qualifications for this Legal Research Analyst position:</p><p>· 3+ years of library research experience, preferably at a mid-sized or large law firm;</p><p>· Experience supporting corporate law practice is a plus;</p><p>· Strong online database research skills;</p><p>· Software proficiency using Intelligize, InfoNgen, and buy-side due diligence software (e.g., DealRoom.net, MergerWare, etc.) is desired, but not required; and</p><p>· Passion for being a lifelong learner.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a plum direct-hire opportunity to work with the Legal Research team at a premier international corporate law firm. The Legal Research Analyst works 3 days/week in-office (any office nationwide) and two days/week remotely. It’s a 40-hour regular workweek and there is very little evening and no weekend work. </p><p><br></p><p>The offered salary is $100,000 – 120,000+/yr, depending on experience. The employment benefits package includes medical (Kaiser or Blue Cross Blue Shield plans), Delta Dental, Vision Service Plan (VSP) insurance coverage, HSA & FSA Plans, life insurance, AD& D, STD & LTD, pet insurance, child care & adult/elder care programs, commuter benefits, tuition/license/certificate reimbursement; 3-4 weeks (DOE) paid vacation (accrued), 12 weeks paid parental leave & FMLA personal leave; adoption/surrogacy/doula/post-partem services & reimbursement, 401k & Roth 401k Plans w/ min. 5% profit sharing contribution, health club & gym membership discounts, subsidized Peloton membership, and other perks!</p><p> </p><p>For confidential consideration, please email resume to Jon Lucchese, Vice President for Permanent Placement Services Division, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!</p>
<p>We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented <strong>Legal Administrative Assistant in Albany, NY on site</strong> to join our team. Working closely with the Legal Assistant and team, this individual will perform a variety of paraprofessional and administrative tasks to support the Trusts & Estates Section. The ideal candidate will have strong proofreading skills, be comfortable learning court processes and electronic filing systems, and demonstrate the ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and professionalism.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Open and review incoming mail and electronic submissions to identify, sort, and distribute to the appropriate AAGs.</li><li>Open new matters in NYMatters, create and maintain file folders, and organize case materials.</li><li>Generate and send registration letters; deposit checks received by the office.</li><li>Scan and upload court notices, wills, trusts, pleadings, and accountings into Word directories and data management systems.</li><li>Update case information in data management systems, including adding notes and documents, archiving files, and processing archive requests.</li><li>Draft and respond to correspondence via email and telephone on behalf of AAGs.</li><li>Provide assistance to the public and attorneys by responding to inquiries in a professional manner.</li><li>Review, print, scan, email, and mail legal documents as directed.</li><li>Manage case closures in NYMatters.</li><li>Calendar meetings, deadlines, and key dates for the Trusts & Estates Section.</li><li>Assist AAGs in litigation preparation, including drafting petitions, compiling discovery, filing court documents, and preparing trial materials.</li><li>Perform other administrative and legal support tasks as assigned.</li><li>Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion, maintaining compliance with office policies and legal standards.</li></ul>
<p>An established IP Law Firm is looking for a Legal Administrative Assistant for their San Jose branch. The ideal candidate will manage and coordinate work tasks throughout the department and serve as the first point of contact for clients and staff. Applicants should have the ability to work in-office, 5 days per week</p><p><br></p><p>• Prepare memos, reports, presentations, and other documents; responsible for drafting and editing correspondence </p><p>• Schedule appointments, meetings, events, and manage calendars; coordinate meeting logistics and catering </p><p>• Answer phones, take and relay messages </p><p>• Coordinate and schedule travel </p><p>• Prepare and submit expense reports and reconcile credit card transactions </p><p>• Assist with submitting conflict checks and opening new matters </p><p>• Enter time charges </p><p>• Assist with onboarding tasks for new hires </p><p>• Maintain files (both physical and electronic) and ensure that client related documents and correspondence are saved in the firm's document management repository </p><p>• Actively contribute to team meetings and other team related activities </p><p>• Assist with various ad-hoc tasks such as: manage inbound and outbound mail, order office supplies, liaise with building management for facility related issues </p><p>• Perform other related duties and projects as assigned </p>
<p>Robert Half is recruiting a Legal Secretary for the Marin office of our large law firm client. The Legal Secretary will assist 3-4 commercial litigation, labor & employment law, and public entity defense attorneys. A legal secretary with good experience managing civil litigation documents and court filings and who enjoys a diverse and interesting caseload.</p><p><br></p><p>Required qualifications: </p><p>• 2++ years of civil litigation support experience as a legal secretary;</p><p>• Good knowledge of state, Federal, and administrative court rules and procedures for preparing pleadings (incl. some cite checking) and doing e-filings and service on the parties;</p><p>• Software skills include MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, and electronic document management systems (e.g., IManage); and</p><p>• High attention to detail, strong organizational and administrative skill set, and great word processing, editing and proofreading skills.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a direct-hire opportunity at a nice firm that ensures good work-life balance and cordial workplace culture. Our client offers a base salary of $75,000 - 100,000/yr., DOE, plus year-end discretionary bonus, and comprehensive benefits (incl. multiple medical/dental/vision insurance plans, 410k Plan with 3% Firm match, and good vacation & sick leave). For confidential consideration, please email resume to Jon Lucchese, Vice President for Permanent Placement Services Practice, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!</p>
We are looking for a meticulous Legal Secretary to join our dynamic litigation team in Houston, Texas. This role requires a proactive individual who is eager to learn, adapt, and contribute to the seamless operation of complex commercial and catastrophic injury cases. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and excel at balancing multiple priorities, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and coordinate calendars, including scheduling appointments and tracking deadlines for legal cases.<br>• Prepare and e-file court documents accurately and efficiently in compliance with legal procedures.<br>• Draft and proofread correspondence for clients, courts, and opposing counsel.<br>• Maintain organized digital and physical case files, ensuring all documents are properly scanned, labeled, and stored.<br>• Assist in preparing trial and hearing binders, including gathering necessary materials and ensuring completeness.<br>• Support paralegals by handling administrative tasks such as updating production logs and pleading logs.<br>• Monitor and implement Scheduling Orders and Docket Control Orders effectively.<br>• Utilize Adobe and Microsoft 365 tools, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, to manage legal documentation and correspondence.<br>• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth case progression, demonstrating a team-oriented mindset.<br>• Respond promptly to urgent tasks while maintaining high attention to detail.
We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join our team in Modesto, California. This Contract-to-permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to support litigation processes in a dynamic legal office. The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm, initiative, and exceptional organizational skills to ensure the seamless handling of personal injury cases.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage new case assignments by accurately entering data, organizing files, and scanning signed documents into the database.<br>• Draft and send initial communication letters to clients regarding their personal injury cases.<br>• Gather detailed information from involved parties and open claims when needed.<br>• Request accident reports, incident photos, and other relevant documents from agencies as directed by the attorney or case coordinator.<br>• Notify health insurance companies of potential third-party liability claims and issue lien notices to appropriate parties.<br>• Send letters of representation to insurance companies and follow up as required.<br>• Collect medical records, bills, and wage loss information to support case preparation.<br>• Verify medical billing balances and obtain final lien amounts from various insurance carriers and lienholders.<br>• Assist with discovery tasks and trial preparation under the guidance of the litigation paralegal.<br>• Maintain regular communication with clients by sending status requests and ensuring timely responses.
<p>Robert Half Legal has partnered with a multi office plaintiff law firm in Irvine looking for a full time Associate Attorney. The firm has roughly 20 attorneys across California, Hawaii, Arizona and New Mexico and their main practice areas include construction defect, class action and consumer law. </p><p><br></p><p>This is truly a family oriented environment where the partners care about their employees. They are open to any type of background (Plaintiff, Defense, or entry level) as they are willing to train. The role will have a hybrid work model with a few days in the office and a few days remote.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Independently work with a partner to manage a heavy caseload</li><li>Civil Pleadings, Motions, Discovery, and Trial Work</li><li>Regularly attend court appearances, depositions, and meetings</li><li>Communicate with clients and draft status reports</li></ul><p><strong><u>Perks of Company</u></strong>:</p><ul><li>Firm brings in lunch once or twice a week (this week they had a Bastille Day breakfast, the office manager brought in French food)</li><li>“We are doing something to help people! These are homeowners who have put a big deposit on a house… it’s very rewarding in that matter, rather than working for a corporation to make more money.” – office manager</li><li>Everyone who works here is very smart! The attorneys are very experienced… In the end, you’ve learned and helped society to build better homes.” – office manager</li><li>Rainy day tradition: cater lunch and let people go home early.</li><li>Birthday/anniversary lunch once a month – those with celebrations pick the food!</li><li>Business casual, except for mediations/hearings [via Zoom]</li><li>The legal assistant we placed there two years ago is still there. He’s gotten two raises in two years!</li></ul>
<p>Our client, a well-respected firm in downtown Sacramento is looking for a Corporate Legal Secretary. They are onsite 5 days/week, collegial work environment, and competitive compensation. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities</u></strong></p><p>· Performs secretarial and clerical duties.</p><p>· Processes mail daily. </p><p>· Handles phone calls for attorneys and paralegals.</p><p>· Responds to and generates email messages.</p><p>· Transcription from dictation and voicemail.</p><p>· Drafts routine correspondence and documents on own initiative for approval by attorneys.</p><p>· Schedules appointments and other events.</p><p>· Receives clients arriving for appointments (including beverages).</p><p>· Maintains electronic calendar for attorneys and self.</p><p>· Enters attorneys’ time electronically.</p><p>· Makes travel arrangements, hotel reservations and continuing education registrations for attorneys.</p><p>· Familiarity with law libraries.</p><p>· Familiarity with Courts, Secretary of State and County Recorder filing procedures and requirements.</p><p>· Familiarity with Internet usage.</p><p>· Performs conflicts checks for potential new clients and existing clients.</p><p>· Perfects documents for filing with various administrative agencies; files such documents and follow through as necessary.</p><p>· Prepares and edits complex Word and Excel documents, including preparation of indices and tables of contents.</p><p>· Opens New Client / Matters in accordance with firm procedure.</p><p>· Creates and maintains files, keeps records and prepares reports as requested.</p><p>· Performs other duties as required. </p>
<p>Our client, a well-respected firm in Sacramento is looking for a transactional secretary. </p><p>Responsibilities </p><ul><li>Performs secretarial and clerical duties. </li><li>Processes mail daily. </li><li>Handles phone calls for attorneys and paralegals. </li><li>Responds to and generates email messages. </li><li>Transcription from dictation and voicemail. </li><li>Drafts routine correspondence and documents on own initiative for approval by attorneys. </li><li>Schedules appointments and other events. </li><li>Receives clients arriving for appointments (including beverages). </li><li>Maintains electronic calendar for attorneys and self. </li><li>Enters attorneys’ time electronically. </li><li>Makes travel arrangements, hotel reservations and continuing education registrations for attorneys. </li><li>Familiarity with law libraries. </li><li>Familiarity with Courts, Secretary of State and County Recorder filing procedures and requirements. </li><li>Familiarity with Internet usage. Performs conflicts checks for potential new clients and existing clients. </li><li>Perfects documents for filing with various administrative agencies; files such documents and follow through as necessary. </li><li>Prepares and edits complex Word and Excel documents, including preparation of indices and tables of contents. </li><li>Opens New Client / Matters in accordance with firm procedure. </li><li>Creates and maintains files, keeps records and prepares reports as requested. </li><li>Performs other duties as required </li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join our team in New Orleans, Louisiana. In this short-term contract to full time position, you will play a key role in supporting multiple attorneys by managing legal documentation, scheduling, and correspondence. This role is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and detail-oriented individual with a strong background in litigation support.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and manage legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, and correspondence, with a high level of accuracy.</p><p>• Handle e-filing processes in compliance with court requirements.</p><p>• Transcribe dictation and draft documents to support attorneys efficiently.</p><p>• Manage attorneys’ calendars, including scheduling meetings, court appearances, and deadlines.</p><p>• Utilize case management software to organize and track case files and related information.</p><p>• Provide billing support by maintaining accurate records and assisting with invoicing processes.</p><p>• Communicate with clients to schedule appointments, provide updates, and address inquiries.</p><p>• Assist in civil litigation case management, ensuring all deadlines and tasks are met.</p><p>• Coordinate with legal teams to ensure timely and effective case preparation.</p>
<p>Robert Half is seeking a Legal Assistant for a busy and growing plaintiff personal injury law firm. This is a full-time, in-office role with an excellent opportunity for long-term growth and advancement. The position is located in Santa Barbara, CA (100% on site) and pays $75,000-$90.000 per year with excellent benefits (100% paid for employee).</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• E-file documents in both state and federal courts</p><p><br></p><p>• Draft, edit, and format correspondence, pleadings, and legal documents</p><p><br></p><p>• Maintain and organize physical and digital client files</p><p><br></p><p>• Calendar deadlines, hearings, depositions, and appointments</p><p><br></p><p>• Communicate with clients, courts, insurance adjusters, and medical providers</p><p><br></p><p>• Prepare case files for depositions, hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences</p><p><br></p><p>• Propound and serve written discovery</p><p><br></p><p>• Notice and coordinate depositions, mediations, and arbitrations</p><p><br></p><p>• Assist with trial preparation including trial binders, exhibit lists, and logistics</p><p><br></p><p>• Coordinate with expert witnesses (scheduling, records, communication, etc.)</p><p><br></p><p>• Provide general administrative and legal support to attorneys and case managers</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join our team in Menlo Park, California. This long-term contract position offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys and paralegals, providing essential support in managing IP and patent litigation cases. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced legal environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide administrative and litigation support to multiple attorneys and paralegals specializing in IP and patent cases.<br>• Prepare, edit, and format legal documents including correspondence, briefs, pleadings, and discovery motions.<br>• Manage electronic filing of documents with Federal and State courts, ensuring compliance with court rules.<br>• Coordinate calendars, maintain case files, and schedule depositions to support case progress.<br>• Draft and organize caption pages and shells for motions and discovery.<br>• Monitor court websites to stay updated on Local Court Rules.<br>• Process expense reports, check requests, and attorney timesheets with accuracy.<br>• Arrange catering and travel logistics for trials as needed.<br>• Utilize document processing software and tools to ensure efficient handling of legal materials.
<p>A powerhouse litigation firm in Costa Mesa is seeking an experienced litigation secretary to join their team-oriented group of legal secretaries. The ideal litigation secretary will have 8+ years of experience in complex business law. Stability on the resume is a must. They want someone to join this team for the rest of their career! </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities of Role</u>: </strong></p><ul><li>Working on silicosis cases:</li><li>eFiling in state, federal, and appellate courts (plus occasional filings under seal)</li><li>calendaring litigation deadlines (CompuLaw) – no docketing department</li><li>trial preparation (binders, exhibits, etc.) – office services department does the printing/tabbing</li><li>creating discovery shells and TOAs/TOCs - no word processing department</li></ul><p><strong><u>Perks of Company</u></strong>:</p><ul><li>There is a night secretary who can finish up work after hours.</li><li>Strong tenure. Many support staff have been there 10, 15, 20 years.</li><li>Complex, high-end cases with notable clients.</li><li>“The environment here is very nice. we do not allow any disrespect of anyone - from offices services up. We want to know about issues right away to take care of them. We don't wany anyone to feel like they are on an island. Even Todd, he will ask me what is going on. He doesn't want to assume no news is good news.” – office manager</li><li>Team pitches in to help each other out when one person is slammed.</li><li>“The secretaries operate as a team. If you have 4 attorneys, and one is doing an MSJ, that will take you all day. If you have other things you need to, we can put out an SOS like "who is available to help out with this?" and inevitably, a few will say "I can take it!" We are looking for someone willing to do that. You have to be nice! If not, you'll bring down the whole team!” – office manager </li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><u>Details of Role</u></strong>:</p><ul><li><u>Hours</u>: 7.5 hour days. OT during trial preparation. 8:30-5 or 9-5:30, but depends on attorney needs.</li><li><u>Profile that would be a fit</u>:</li><li>Law firm experience, not in-house litigation.</li><li>Little movement on the resume (they will not entertain folks who switch jobs every year or two).</li><li>Someone willing to step up and help others. The secretary team really does pitch in and help each other out.</li><li>Comfortable supporting high-end attorneys on complex cases</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a Legal Operations Manager to join our team in the Silicon Valley. In this role, you will oversee key aspects of legal and investment operations, ensuring seamless management of equity and debt portfolios, vendor contracts, and compliance processes. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, is detail-oriented, and is eager to contribute to process optimization and technology implementation.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Collaborate with legal and finance teams to support investment and exit transactions, including compliance checks, document preparation, due diligence, and post-closing administration.</p><p>• Manage portfolio-related requests, such as processing stockholder consents, audit confirmations, and due diligence tasks.</p><p>• Coordinate vendor and contract management processes, including negotiation, onboarding, and payment processing for various contract types.</p><p>• Oversee the operation and management of key programs, such as external consultant initiatives and workflow optimization.</p><p>• Maintain and optimize legal technology solutions, including platforms like Ironclad, SimpleLegal, DocuSign, and AODocs.</p><p>• Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within legal operations.</p><p>• Compile, organize, and analyze data to support internal and external reporting requirements, including public filings.</p><p>• Perform administrative tasks, such as document filing, data organization, and tracking daily activities to ensure smooth legal operations.</p>
