<p>We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Legal Operations Manager to join a small, community-focused law firm in the greater Ayer, Massachusetts area. This role is pivotal to ensuring seamless office operations, supporting attorneys, and maintaining an organized and efficient environment. If you thrive in a dynamic setting and enjoy taking initiative, we encourage you to apply.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee daily operations and administrative tasks to ensure the office runs smoothly.</p><p>• Assist with onboarding new clients, including preparing necessary documentation and facilitating their initial experience.</p><p>• Review and edit legal documents for accuracy and formatting.</p><p>• Draft initial versions of legal documents such as deeds and proposal letters.</p><p>• Manage correspondence, including drafting letters and addressing envelopes.</p><p>• Support attorneys with overflow tasks to prevent bottlenecks during busy periods.</p><p>• Organize workflows and maintain operational efficiency within the office.</p><p>• Perform receptionist duties, including greeting clients and handling inquiries.</p><p>• Monitor and maintain office supplies, ensuring availability and proper inventory management.</p>
<p>We are working with a leading medical device company to find a Legal Operations Manager to join their El Segundo team on a contract-to-hire basis. This individual plays a critical role in supporting the efficiency, execution, and impact of the Legal Department. This role partners with Legal leadership and attorneys to drive day-to-day operational excellence, manage projects and initiatives (including cross-functional activities), and support the delivery of legal services to business partners.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>· Manage, execute, and strategize regarding legal operations projects and initiatives, including process improvements and technology implementations that are cross‑functional in nature.</p><p>· including oversight of projects, programs, processes, and/or technology initiatives that are cross-functional in nature Support attorneys and Legal leadership with project planning, milestone tracking, timelines, and execution related to Legal’s strategic initiatives.</p><p>· Manage and optimize legal tools and systems (e.g., matter management, contract lifecycle management, e‑billing).</p><p>· Support the development and maintenance of metrics, dashboards, and operational reporting to improve business visibility into Legal’s workload, performance, and priorities.</p><p>· Coordinate training for Legal team members and business partners on systems, tools, and processes as needed.</p><p>· Manage outside counsel and legal vendors to promote efficiency, consistency, and cost containment.</p><p>· Support Legal Department’s annual budgeting and forecasting activities, including tracking department spend. </p><p>· Assist with communications and change management for Legal initiatives, including new tools, processes, or policies, for the Legal Department and beyond.</p><p>· Over time, contribute to more strategic planning, long‑term roadmap development, and department‑level initiatives, as experience and familiarity with the business grow.</p><p>· Other tasks as assigned. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Details:</strong></p><ul><li>Contract-to-hire</li><li>2 days on site in El Segundo, 3 days remote</li><li>Full time 40-hour work week</li><li>Starts immediately</li></ul>
<p>We are seeking a technically skilled Legal Operations professional to support and scale a growing global legal organization. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys bridging legal, data, and technology, partnering closely with legal leadership to build analytics, reporting, and technical solutions that enable smarter, more efficient contract and legal operations.</p><p> </p><p>As the legal team continues to grow, this position will play a critical role in distributing operational and technical workload, allowing legal leadership to focus on strategy while ensuring systems, data, and tools are optimized and scalable. This is a fully remote, contract-to-hire opportunity, offering the chance to join immediately while evaluating long-term fit within a distributed, global environment.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Design, create, and maintain legal analytics and dashboards using tools such as Power BI, supporting leadership with actionable insights and KPIs</li><li>Develop and manage custom reporting solutions using data sourced from CLM platforms (including Icertis), where native reporting functionality is limited</li><li>Write and maintain queries (e.g., SQL) and support data extraction, transformation, and reporting needs</li><li>Build or support scripts, applications, and technical tools that enhance legal operations workflows</li><li>Partner closely with legal leadership to translate legal and contract data into meaningful operational metrics</li><li>Collaborate with paralegals and project-focused team members who manage day-to-day legal processes</li><li>Coordinate with global teams (including CLM support teams in India) to troubleshoot system issues and improve processes</li><li>Contribute to the continuous improvement of legal operations systems, reporting, and technical infrastructure</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Prominent, Wilmington Delaware client seeks a Legal Administrator with proven real estate law expertise, who can provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to attorneys and legal staff. This role ensures the smooth functioning of legal department activities such as financial management, human resources, account reconciliations, vendor management, oversight of office workflow, review of settlement statements, communication coordination, budgeting & forecasting, records maintenance, case management, and processing of accounts receivables. The ideal candidate should have operational/strategic planning expertise, payroll & benefits experience and know of federal state, and local employment laws.</p><p> </p><p>What you get to do everyday</p><p>· Prepare, format, proofread, and file legal documents, correspondence, contracts, and court filings.</p><p>· Maintain and organize physical and electronic legal files, ensuring accurate recordkeeping and document control.</p><p>· Monitor deadlines, court dates, and regulatory filings; manage attorney calendars and schedule meetings.</p><p>· Assist with contract management, including tracking renewals and maintaining agreement databases.</p><p>· Support billing activities, including time entry, invoice preparation, and expense tracking.</p><p>· Conduct basic legal research and gather case-related information as requested.</p><p>· Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and confidentiality standards.</p><p>· Prepare reports, presentations, and summaries for legal and executive leadership.</p><p>· Provide general administrative support to the legal team as needed.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to join our team on a contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will support multiple attorneys by managing legal documents, drafting correspondence, and ensuring all materials are accurate and ready for distribution. This position requires exceptional organizational skills and proficiency with legal software and Microsoft Office tools.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, review, and distribute legal documents, ensuring they are accurate and free of errors.<br>• Draft correspondence, including special letters, using templates and legal terminology.<br>• Utilize legal software such as Law Manager and NetDocs to manage and organize documents.<br>• Support 3-4 attorneys by handling administrative tasks and managing a high volume of legal documents.<br>• Conduct thorough reviews of attorney-drafted letters for grammar and formatting accuracy.<br>• Maintain an organized workflow to ensure timely completion of tasks in a fast-paced environment.<br>• Use Microsoft Office applications to create and manage various legal documents.<br>• Adapt to the needs of the attorneys by providing tailored administrative support.<br>• Coordinate and send out finalized legal documents to the appropriate parties.
<p>We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join our team in Emeryville, California. In this role, you will support our legal professionals in managing litigation cases, ensuring smooth coordination of administrative and legal processes. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in litigation and e-filing, along with a proactive approach to organizational and communication tasks. This firm also offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings plans.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and format legal documents and pleadings for submission in state and federal courts through e-filing systems.</p><p>• Maintain and monitor case calendars, ensuring all deadlines and court appearances are accurately tracked.</p><p>• Organize and manage both physical and electronic case files, including discovery materials and correspondence.</p><p>• Draft, proofread, and finalize legal correspondence, including letters and memoranda.</p><p>• Coordinate with attorneys, clients, and court staff to update case statuses and ensure procedural compliance.</p><p>• Assist in trial preparation by compiling exhibits, creating witness lists, and assembling trial binders.</p><p>• Schedule and organize meetings, depositions, and conference calls, as well as arrange travel plans when necessary.</p><p>• Respond promptly to attorney and client inquiries, proactively managing workflows to meet critical deadlines.</p>
<p>A larger mid‑size law firm in Santa Clara is seeking a motivated Legal Assistant or Legal Secretary with 1+ year of litigation experience to support a busy litigation team. This role is ideal for someone with a mix of legal administrative and entry‑level litigation experience who is eager to contribute immediately in a fast‑paced, professional environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys handling active matters</li><li>Draft, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings</li><li>Assist with court filings and service of documents, including California state and federal e‑filing</li><li>Track deadlines, manage calendars, and maintain accurate case files and records</li><li>Support discovery processes, including organizing documents and preparing basic discovery materials</li><li>Coordinate depositions, hearings, and meetings</li><li>Handle general legal administrative tasks such as file management, billing support, and client communication</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join our team in San Francisco, California. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and format legal documents in compliance with local court rules.</p><p>• Submit filings electronically and physically to the appropriate courts.</p><p>• Maintain and update case and trial lists on a regular basis.</p><p>• Coordinate trial preparation tasks, including creating binders, indices, and exhibits.</p><p>• Schedule meetings, depositions, and conference rooms, ensuring all technological needs are arranged.</p><p>• Communicate professionally with clients, vendors, and opposing counsel.</p><p>• Process invoices and ensure timely submission to the accounting department.</p><p>• Manage calendars by recording events in ProLaw and Microsoft Outlook, while calculating and monitoring legal deadlines.</p><p>• Keep files organized and up to date in electronic formats, adhering to firm policies.</p><p>• Assist with general office tasks such as sorting mail, maintaining common areas, and ordering supplies.</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to join our team in Brewster, New York. This remote Contract to permanent position is a great opportunity for an individual with experience in legal administrative support and a strong understanding of legal filing processes. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of our legal team by managing documentation, coordinating schedules, and assisting with case preparation.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and format legal documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.</p><p>• Manage e-filing processes for court submissions, adhering to all deadlines and procedural requirements.</p><p>• Organize and maintain case files, including physical and electronic records.</p><p>• Handle correspondence with clients, courts, and opposing counsel in a detail-oriented manner.</p><p>• Assist with the preparation of legal briefs, pleadings, and other case-related materials.</p><p>• Conduct administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, and maintaining office supplies.</p><p>• Ensure all court filings are completed accurately and in a timely manner.</p><p>• Provide general support to attorneys and legal staff as needed.</p>
We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join a busy personal injury litigation firm in San Pedro, California. This is a part-time, contract position requiring on-site work one to two days per week (8–16 hours). In this role, you will assist with critical legal tasks, including document preparation, calendaring, and file organization, while ensuring smooth operations for the firm.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, format, and edit legal pleadings and discovery documents to ensure accuracy and compliance.<br>• Manage court and discovery deadlines by maintaining and tracking the firm's calendar.<br>• Draft and file responses to discovery requests in a timely and detail-oriented manner.<br>• Conduct e-filing and e-service of legal documents in accordance with court requirements.<br>• Organize and maintain physical files and case-related documents for easy access and reference.<br>• Provide general administrative support to the legal team as needed.
We are looking for a dedicated Legal Secretary to join our civil litigation team specializing in business and employment law. This long-term contract position offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, supporting attorneys with case management, document preparation, and client communications. If you have a passion for legal work and thrive in dynamic settings, this role is for you.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, review, and file legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and discovery materials.<br>• Maintain and organize case files, ensuring all evidence and documents are easily accessible.<br>• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including eDiscovery and document management.<br>• Conduct preliminary legal research and provide concise summaries of findings.<br>• Schedule and coordinate meetings, depositions, and court appearances.<br>• Communicate with clients to provide updates and address inquiries about ongoing cases.<br>• Manage calendar schedules to ensure deadlines are met and appointments are tracked.<br>• Utilize e-filing systems to submit court filings accurately and efficiently.
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our team on a short-term contract basis in Costa Mesa, California. This role involves providing critical support to a fast-paced Construction Defect practice during a period of increased workload. The ideal candidate will have a strong legal background and be able to manage multiple tasks efficiently with minimal supervision.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, draft, and format legal documents and motions in compliance with court requirements.<br>• Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, and court schedules to ensure timely filings and appearances.<br>• Oversee the service and filing of legal documents, including e-filing and court filings.<br>• Maintain well-organized electronic and physical case files for easy access and retrieval.<br>• Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys and paralegals to facilitate smooth case management.<br>• Coordinate schedules and prioritize tasks in a high-volume environment.<br>• Assist with documentation related to construction defect cases and other legal matters as needed.<br>• Ensure all tasks are completed accurately and within tight deadlines.
<p><strong>Join a firm where people stay—and genuinely enjoy where they work.</strong></p><p> Our client, a well-established defense firm in Downtown Los Angeles, is seeking a <strong>Legal Secretary</strong> to support a team of friendly, down-to-earth attorneys. We’ve successfully placed legal secretaries with this firm who have remained long-term and are <strong>happy, supported, and thriving</strong>—a true testament to the firm’s culture.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys in a <strong>defense litigation practice</strong></li><li>Prepare, format, and proofread <strong>pleadings, correspondence, and legal documents</strong></li><li>Manage <strong>court filings</strong> (state and federal)</li><li>Maintain <strong>calendaring and deadlines</strong> (court rules, hearings, depositions)</li><li>Coordinate <strong>meetings, depositions, and travel arrangements</strong></li><li>Handle <strong>document management, redlining, and e-filing</strong></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>3+ years of legal secretary experience</strong> (defense litigation preferred)</li><li>Strong knowledge of <strong>state and federal court procedures</strong></li><li>Proficiency with <strong>Microsoft Office (Word formatting, TOAs/TOCs)</strong></li><li>Excellent organizational and communication skills</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment</li></ul><p><strong>What’s Offered:</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive compensation </li><li><strong>Hybrid work schedule</strong></li><li><strong>Medical, dental, and vision benefits</strong></li><li><strong>Paid time off (PTO)</strong></li><li><strong>Transportation stipend</strong></li><li>Supportive, friendly team with <strong>excellent retention and long-term growth</strong></li></ul><p>To apply submit resumes to Vice President, Quidana Dove at Quidana.Dove<at>RobertHalf.<com></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Newport Beach, California. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in litigation support, including calendaring and e-filing in state and federal courts, and demonstrate strong organizational skills. This position is fully on-site and offers the opportunity to work closely with legal professionals in a dynamic environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and file legal documents electronically, ensuring compliance with court regulations.</p><p>• Manage and maintain court calendars, coordinating deadlines and hearings.</p><p>• Handle federal court filings with precision and attention to detail.</p><p>• Provide administrative support, including scheduling meetings and managing correspondence.</p><p>• Assist with cases, offering comprehensive litigation support.</p><p>• Oversee document preparation, proofreading, and formatting to meet legal standards.</p><p>• Coordinate with attorneys and other staff to ensure seamless case management.</p><p>• Track deadlines and maintain organized case files for easy access.</p><p>• Perform general administrative tasks as needed to support the team.</p>
<p>We are excited to offer an opportunity to join a collaborative in-house legal team as a legal assistant. This is a large company owning a portfolio of notable food and beverage brands. The role is ideal for a detail-oriented litigation legal assistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys being a key contributor to case management and daily legal operations. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity that starts immediately.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Directly support 4 litigation attorneys</li><li>Prepare and file legal documents in state and federal courts (First Legal and PACER)</li><li>Assist with discovery processes, including drafting and formatting objections and responses</li><li>Calendar litigation deadlines</li><li>Create and maintain document shells, templates, and standardized filings</li><li>Manage and organize case files using iManage</li><li>Support attorneys and paralegals with document management, file organization, and case tracking</li><li>Process and submit expense reports through Concur</li><li>Collaborate closely with paralegals to ensure efficient workflow and organization across matters</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Details</p><ul><li>Contract to hire</li><li>Hybrid work schedule - Monday - Wednesday in office, Thursday - Friday work from home</li><li>Full time 40-hour work week </li><li>Starts immediately</li></ul><p>We have successfully placed multiple legal support candidates with this company who speak very highly of the culture and work/life balance and successfully transitioned to permanent employees. </p><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, a respected law firm specializing in medical malpractice, is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant for a four-month assignment to provide critical support to an experienced of counsel attorney. The successful candidate will be comfortable working with a Dictaphone, have strong typing and MS Word skills, and possess the full range of legal assistant competencies necessary for a fast-paced, professional environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Transcribe legal documents, correspondence, and memoranda from Dictaphone recordings with speed and accuracy.</li><li>Draft, format, and revise pleadings, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents using MS Word.</li><li>Manage case files, maintain an organized filing system (digital and/or hard copy), and ensure timely document retrieval.</li><li>Assist with the preparation of trial binders, exhibits, medical chronologies, and summaries.</li><li>Perform basic legal research and prepare standard reports as directed.</li><li>File documents with courts and liaise with court personnel as necessary.</li><li>Screen and route incoming communications for the attorney.</li><li>Track deadlines and ensure timely calendar management.</li><li>Support billing processes and time entry as needed.</li><li>Maintain professionalism and confidentiality at all times.</li></ul><p>Assignment Details:</p><p>Duration: 4 months' vacation coverage for the right person that will commit to this duration</p><p>Hours: Full-time, 40 hours/week, M-F, 8AM - 5PM</p><p>On-site or hybrid work environment (based on client requirements)</p><p>Parking is not provided in the downtown Honolulu area - bus accessible</p>
We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join our team in Youngstown, Ohio. This is a long-term contract opportunity for someone who is detail oriented and experienced in providing administrative support to legal teams. If you excel in managing schedules, handling legal filings, and maintaining accurate documentation, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and coordinate calendars for attorneys, ensuring all appointments, deadlines, and meetings are accurately scheduled.<br>• Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, and reports as needed.<br>• Handle electronic court filings (e-Filing) and ensure all documents comply with court requirements.<br>• Maintain and organize client files, ensuring all records are complete and up-to-date.<br>• Conduct dictation and transcription tasks with speed and accuracy.<br>• Monitor and manage deadlines for legal filings and case-related tasks.<br>• Communicate effectively with clients, court personnel, and legal professionals.<br>• Assist with general administrative duties, such as answering phones, managing emails, and ordering supplies.<br>• Ensure confidentiality and security of all legal and client information.<br>• Provide support for special projects or assignments as directed by attorneys.
We are looking for a dedicated Legal Secretary to join our team in Butler, Pennsylvania. This permanent position supports a boutique Personal Injury Law Firm and requires onsite work five days a week. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing efficient administrative and legal support to attorneys while ensuring seamless office operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide comprehensive administrative assistance to attorneys to maintain smooth office workflows.<br>• Conduct initial client intake and assist with the screening process.<br>• Transcribe legal correspondence and documents accurately from dictation.<br>• Organize and maintain legal files and filing systems in adherence to firm protocols.<br>• Prepare, draft, and file various legal documents, including motions, petitions, and appeals.<br>• Gain proficiency in the firm’s case management and legal technology systems to support record-keeping and workflow.<br>• Manage attorney schedules by coordinating calendars, organizing agendas, and providing timely reminders of deadlines.
We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join our team in Fresno, California. The ideal candidate will support attorneys in civil litigation and personal injury cases, ensuring smooth operations and high-quality legal documentation. This role requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong understanding of legal procedures.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and draft legal documents, including motions and pleadings, with precision and attention to detail.<br>• Organize and maintain case files to ensure accessibility and compliance with legal standards.<br>• Assist attorneys with depositions, ensuring all necessary materials and arrangements are in place.<br>• Conduct research to support civil litigation and personal injury cases.<br>• Facilitate communication between attorneys, clients, and other parties involved in legal processes.<br>• Manage scheduling and deadlines for court appearances and other legal proceedings.<br>• Review and proofread legal documents to ensure accuracy and adherence to regulations.<br>• Provide administrative support to attorneys, including handling correspondence and managing calendars.<br>• Stay updated on changes in civil litigation and personal injury law to enhance case preparation.<br>• Coordinate with licensed attorneys to ensure compliance with legal requirements.
We are looking for a skilled and highly organized Legal Secretary to join a dynamic plaintiff personal injury practice in Oakland, California. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of legal procedures, case management, and trial preparation, with a focus on supporting attorneys through efficient and detail-oriented administrative tasks. This role requires excellent multitasking skills and a proactive approach to managing case files from intake to trial.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate and manage case files, ensuring all documentation is accurate and up-to-date.<br>• Handle intake processes and organize medical records for ongoing cases.<br>• Prepare and file legal documents electronically, adhering to court deadlines and procedures.<br>• Maintain and update calendars, scheduling hearings, deadlines, and client meetings.<br>• Support discovery processes, including gathering information and drafting responses.<br>• Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and coordinating logistics.<br>• Manage dictation and transcription tasks with precision and timeliness.<br>• Communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, and other legal professionals.<br>• Utilize case management software to track deadlines and ensure compliance with California legal protocols.
<p>San Francisco law firm looking for Litigation Legal Assistant / Legal Secretary with at least 3-5 years of experience to join a thriving legal practice.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p> · Provide secretarial support to litigation attorneys.</p><p> · Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, correspondence, and discovery materials. </p><p> · Manage and organize case files. </p><p> · Maintain attorney calendars, schedule meetings, depositions, court appearances, and deadlines, and make necessary arrangements.</p><p> · Electronic filing (e-filing) procedures in state and federal courts.</p><p> · Perform other administrative to support the team. </p><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, a plaintiff-side personal injury law firm located in Oakland, is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join their team on a contract-to-hire basis. This opportunity is best suited for someone with substantial, hands-on personal injury experience who is looking for a long-term role and the opportunity to grow with a collaborative and fast-paced plaintiff-side practice.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide high-level administrative and litigation support to plaintiff personal injury attorneys</li><li>Draft, revise, proofread, and format legal correspondence, pleadings, discovery, and other litigation documents</li><li>Prepare and file documents in California state courts, including e-filing and service processing</li><li>Manage attorney calendars, court deadlines, statutes of limitations, hearings, depositions, and trial dates</li><li>Coordinate and track discovery, including Form Interrogatories, Special Interrogatories, Requests for Production, and Requests for Admission</li><li>Request, follow up on, organize, and maintain medical records, billing, and lien documentation</li><li>Manage case files throughout the full personal injury lifecycle—from pre-litigation through litigation, settlement, or trial</li><li>Assist with deposition and trial preparation, including scheduling, exhibit organization, and trial binders</li><li>Support settlement-related tasks, including drafting demand packages, tracking liens, preparing release documentation, and coordinating disbursements</li><li>Serve as a professional point of contact with clients, courts, experts, medical providers, and opposing counsel</li></ul>
<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>
<p>Growing civil litigation law firm based in San Jose, CA is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join our collaborative and expanding team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a high-performing legal practice where every team member’s work is valued and professional growth is encouraged. You will work closely with attorneys on a variety of complex civil litigation matters, and your attention to detail and organizational skills will be essential to the firm’s continued success. This position requires hybrid on-site work and at least 2+ years of California-based civil litigation experience. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare, format, and proofread a variety of legal documents, including pleadings, motions, correspondence, and discovery materials.</li><li>Perform court e-filing in state and federal courts, ensuring documents comply with local rules and deadlines.</li><li>Manage and maintain attorney calendars, including scheduling hearings, depositions, meetings, and court deadlines.</li><li>Coordinate case logistics, including service of process and document production.</li><li>Maintain case files in both electronic and hard copy formats, ensuring all materials are up-to-date and organized.</li><li>Communicate with courts, opposing counsel, clients, and outside agencies in a professional manner.</li><li>Assist with time entry, billing, and other administrative tasks as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, a civil litigation firm in Lafayette, is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to step in and provide on-site support while a team member is out on medical leave. This is an immediate contract opportunity, with the need to start as early as this coming week.</p><p> </p><p>The role will support active litigation matters, including trial preparation with an upcoming trial date already on calendar. While the initial need is contract coverage, the firm is open to the possibility of ongoing support depending on business needs and fit.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as sole legal secretarial support in the office</li><li>Draft and revise pleadings, discovery, and legal correspondence</li><li>Prepare TOCs, TOAs, subpoenas, and assist with service and filings</li><li>Handle state and federal e-filing</li><li>Manage calendaring, deadlines, scheduling, and attorney support</li><li>Assist with trial preparation, including assembling trial materials, binders, and exhibits</li><li>Process incoming and outgoing mail</li><li>Create, organize, and maintain electronic case files and document management systems</li><li>Provide light phone coverage as needed</li><li>Assist with time entry and billing support (no minimum billing requirements)</li></ul>