We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to support a civil litigation practice in California. This role is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented individual who can manage court-related documentation, maintain critical deadlines, and communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, and external parties. The successful candidate will bring strong knowledge of filing procedures, calendaring requirements, and document preparation standards in a fast-paced legal environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage day-to-day communication with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and internal team members to keep matters moving efficiently.<br>• Prepare, revise, and format legal documents in accordance with applicable court rules and filing standards.<br>• Draft litigation materials such as pleadings and discovery documents under attorney direction.<br>• Submit documents through electronic filing systems and complete physical court filings when required for state and federal matters.<br>• Maintain organized electronic case records, monitor litigation databases, and ensure firm procedures are followed consistently.<br>• Track and calculate filing dates and other key deadlines using local, state, federal, and appellate rules.<br>• Coordinate attorney schedules by managing court appearances, meetings, and case-related deadlines.<br>• Arrange litigation logistics, including depositions, inspections, and other case events, while keeping stakeholders informed of upcoming obligations.<br>• Provide administrative and trial preparation support throughout all stages of civil litigation and assist colleagues with coverage as needed.
<p><strong><u>Litigation Legal Assistant – HYBRID - Newport Beach</u></strong></p><p>Robert Half Legal is partnering with a highly regarded, full-service business law firm to identify a Litigation Legal Assistant. With over 50 years in the market and a national footprint, this firm is known for delivering sophisticated legal counsel across a wide range of complex transactions and disputes while maintaining a collaborative, team-oriented culture.</p><p><br></p><p>This opportunity is best suited for a Litigation Legal Assistant with strong federal court experience who can independently manage filings, deadlines, and procedural requirements across multiple jurisdictions. Candidates must be comfortable navigating federal rules (including outside of California) and supporting attorneys in a fast-paced, high-expectations environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Provide high-level litigation support to attorneys across complex civil matters</li><li>Draft, format, proofread, and finalize pleadings, motions, discovery, affidavits, complaints, and legal memoranda</li><li>Handle state and federal court filings, including e-filings and occasional paper filings</li><li>Manage litigation calendars, court deadlines, and procedural timelines using firm software</li><li>Identify and submit documents for docketing and ensure compliance with all court requirements</li><li>Assist attorneys with reviewing, organizing, and summarizing case materials and correspondence</li><li>Prepare matrices, charts, spreadsheets, and privilege logs as needed</li><li>Support arbitration and trial preparation, including document organization and logistics</li><li>Maintain accurate time records for billable tasks</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join This Firm</strong></p><ul><li>Established firm with 50+ years of success and over 100 attorneys across multiple offices</li><li>Offers sophisticated, “big firm” work with a more flexible and collaborative environment</li><li>Team-oriented culture where support staff are valued and cross-trained</li><li>Hybrid work schedule (4 days onsite, 1 day remote)</li><li>Beautiful penthouse office in Newport Beach</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance starting day one</li><li>401(k) with profit sharing</li><li>Paid time off, including vacation and sick time</li><li>Additional voluntary benefits including disability, supplemental insurance, and wellness programs</li><li>Access to financial planning resources and educational seminars</li></ul><p><strong>Compensation</strong></p><p>Salary range: $80,000–$105,000 + performance-based holiday bonus.</p><p><em>Compensation will vary based on federal court experience, technical skillset, and overall career stability.</em></p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to support litigation matters in Redwood City, California. This role focuses on preparing court-ready documents, coordinating filings, and maintaining organized case materials while working closely with attorneys, paralegals, and litigation support colleagues. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of filing procedures, excellent document formatting skills, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Draft, revise, proofread, and finalize litigation documents such as motions, briefs, and related court submissions before filing.</p><p>• Produce accurate tables of contents and tables of authorities, and apply advanced formatting tools to ensure consistency across legal documents.</p><p>• Prepare final filing sets in PDF format, including bookmarking, pagination, and layout adjustments that meet court submission requirements.</p><p>• Partner with paralegals and legal team members to assemble exhibits, appendices, and supporting records for filings and case materials.</p><p>• Monitor applicable court rules, filing procedures, and judge-specific requirements to help maintain compliance across matters.</p><p>• Keep case information records current by updating deadlines, court details, captions, and service lists with accuracy.</p><p>• Manage the storage and organization of draft and final documents within litigation document management systems while preserving accessibility and security.</p><p>• Support shared litigation workflows by responding to team assignments, assisting with filing requests, and helping coordinate coverage for urgent or after-hours submissions.</p><p>• Follow established litigation support procedures and practice guidelines to promote consistency, quality, and compliance in daily work.</p>
<p>We're partnering with a prestigious <strong>Am Law firm</strong> with multiple offices nationwide to identify an experienced <strong>Legal Secretary</strong> for its Downtown Los Angeles office.</p><p>This is an exceptional opportunity to join a well-established firm known for its collaborative culture, extensive administrative support, and long-term career opportunities. We've partnered with this firm for years and have successfully placed numerous professionals who continue to thrive and speak highly of the firm's culture and leadership.</p><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>5+ years of legal secretary experience in a law firm.</li><li>Experience supporting multiple attorneys in a fast-paced legal environment.</li><li>Strong knowledge of state and federal court filings, calendaring, and litigation deadlines.</li><li>Experience preparing pleadings, correspondence, TOAs/TOCs, discovery, and other legal documents.</li><li>Excellent organizational, proofreading, and communication skills.</li><li>Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document management systems.</li></ul><p><strong>What the Firm Offers:</strong></p><ul><li>Hybrid work schedule.</li><li>Competitive compensation.</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package.</li><li>401(k) with employer contribution.</li><li>Generous PTO and paid holidays.</li><li>Annual bonus opportunity.</li><li>Am Law platform with multiple offices and abundant administrative resources and support.</li><li>Stable, team-oriented environment with excellent opportunities for long-term career growth.</li></ul><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal secretary looking to join a top-tier firm where you'll have the support, resources, and infrastructure to be successful.</p><p><strong>Apply today or contact me confidentially to learn more about this opportunity.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>To apply, submit resumes ONLY to Vice President, Quidana Dove at Quidana.Dove<at>RobertHalf.<com></p>
<p>Boutique litigation firm in downtown Minneapolis is seeking a <strong>Legal Executive Assistant </strong>to support its Managing Partner. This is an opportunity to step into a broad, impactful role where you'll work closely with firm leadership and have meaningful involvement in both the legal and business sides of the practice.</p><p><br></p><p>The person in this seat will serve as the Managing Partner's right hand, providing a mix of legal administrative support, executive assistance, and operational help to keep a busy practice running efficiently. The right candidate will be comfortable handling both the day-to-day details and the bigger picture—from managing deadlines and preparing documents to helping coordinate events, marketing efforts, and firm operations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as a key support partner to the Managing Partner</li><li>Assist with firm marketing and business development efforts</li><li>Coordinate networking events, client events, and speaking engagements</li><li>Help oversee office operations and administrative projects</li><li>Create efficiencies and help keep the practice running smoothly</li><li>Open new client matters and maintain case files</li><li>Track court dates, filing deadlines, and other important dates</li><li>Draft, edit, format, and proofread legal correspondence and documents</li><li>Coordinate state and federal court filings (e-filing experience preferred)</li><li>Manage incoming and outgoing communications</li></ul>