<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><br></p><p><strong>Bankruptcy Legal Assistant – Hybrid Work Schedule</strong></p><p>A nationally recognized litigation firm is seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Bankruptcy Legal Assistant</strong> to join its dynamic legal team. This role supports attorneys in managing consumer and commercial bankruptcy matters, with a focus on Chapter 11 and mass tort-related filings.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare, file, and manage bankruptcy pleadings and related documents.</li><li>Maintain case files and calendars, ensuring deadlines are met.</li><li>Communicate with courts, trustees, and clients regarding case status.</li><li>Assist with document review, data entry, and case tracking.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Prior experience in bankruptcy law (Chapter 11 preferred).</li><li>Strong organizational and multitasking skills.</li><li>Proficiency with legal software and electronic filing systems.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication.</li></ul><p><strong>Work Environment:</strong></p><ul><li>Hybrid schedule available.</li><li>Collaborative, fast-paced team setting.</li><li>Competitive compensation and benefits.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>A reputable local organization is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented <strong>Legal Office Assistant</strong> to support their busy legal team. The ideal candidate possesses strong administrative skills, excels at meeting deadlines, maintains impeccable records, and thrives in a structured, fast-paced environment. If you’re a professional who values accuracy and confidentiality, this could be the role for you!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and maintain filing systems, both physical and digital, ensuring proper organization and compliance with legal standards.</li><li>Accurately maintain records, logs, and databases for case files, client information, and legal documents.</li><li>Assist with document preparation, including formatting legal files, drafting correspondence, and proofreading materials.</li><li>Schedule meetings, manage deadlines, and oversee attorneys’ and paralegals’ calendars to ensure efficiency.</li><li>Process and handle incoming/outgoing mail, emails, and calls in an efficient and professional manner.</li><li>Organize office supplies and assist with other administrative tasks as required.</li><li>Serve as the first point of contact for clients and visitors, providing excellent customer service while maintaining discretion.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Contracts Administrator to join our team in Baltimore, Maryland. In this role, you will support the Assistant Vice President of Contracts, in-house counsel, and various departments by managing administrative and legal tasks related to commercial real estate transactions. If you have a passion for legal documentation, real estate, and collaborative teamwork, this opportunity could be an excellent fit for you.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Draft and review contracts, amendments, and supplemental agreements for land transactions, including purchases, leases, and joint ventures.<br>• Prepare and proofread easements, declarations, and other land-related legal documents.<br>• Develop transaction and ownership structure charts to ensure clarity in documentation.<br>• Track contract timelines and deadlines while coordinating due diligence reports and distributing necessary funds.<br>• Order and analyze due diligence materials such as title reports, judgments, and surveys for properties, entities, and individuals.<br>• Provide administrative and legal support under the direction of the Assistant Vice President of Contracts.<br>• Collaborate with in-house counsel and departments including Acquisition, Development, Finance, and Accounting.<br>• Notify relevant departments of critical deadlines and coordinate required actions.<br>• Assist Joint Venture and Regional Partners in achieving transaction goals.
<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>Collegial growing firm is seeking a tech-savvy Legal Secretary to join their boutique law firm in Sacramento, California. In this role, you will provide critical administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars, creating and revising legal documents, and ensuring all correspondence adheres to the firm’s high standards. This is a unique opportunity to work in a non-litigation-focused environment with high-profile clients while contributing to a collegial and dynamic team.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Draft, format, and revise correspondence, reports, and legal documents, ensuring accuracy and adherence to firm guidelines.</p><p>• Manage attorney schedules and calendars, coordinating meetings and appointments efficiently.</p><p>• Proofread and edit documents for grammar, punctuation, and style consistency.</p><p>• Utilize advanced features of Microsoft Office to create complex tables, headings, and tables of contents.</p><p>• Analyze data and compile reports as needed for attorneys and clients.</p><p>• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive client information and uphold the firm’s high standards.</p><p>• Collaborate with multiple attorneys to support their administrative needs while managing competing priorities.</p><p>• Ensure timely and accurate completion of assigned tasks with strong attention to detail.</p>
We are looking for a Real Estate Transaction Analyst to join a fast-growing real estate investment firm in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This role plays a key part in ensuring the successful execution of acquisitions, dispositions, and financing transactions within the Industrial Outdoor Real Estate sector. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in commercial real estate and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate legal and financial documentation to support smooth transaction processes.<br>• Manage third-party reports, including ordering, tracking, and reviewing them for accuracy and compliance.<br>• Organize and maintain deal files, checklists, and approval processes to ensure all transactions are executed efficiently.<br>• Analyze leases, tenant estoppels, and other critical transaction-related documents.<br>• Facilitate closings by working closely with title companies to ensure accurate prorations and closing statements.<br>• Assist in financing activities, including preparing SNDAs and reviewing title and survey affidavits.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams such as Legal, Leasing, Finance, and Asset Management, as well as external partners, including brokers, counsel, and vendors.<br>• Provide support for individual and portfolio sales, ensuring adherence to transaction protocols and best practices.
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.
<p>We are partnering with a top law firm with a national presence to find an experienced Legal Executive Assistant for their Minneapolis office. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in ensuring the smooth operations of a successful and growing corporate practice group.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li><strong>Practice Management:</strong> Support the day-to-day operations of the corporate practice group and ensuring smooth workflow and communication within the team.</li><li><strong>Client and Professional Relationships:</strong> Develop a strong understanding of the attorneys’ practice areas and client needs. Maintain professional relationships with clients, opposing counsel, courts, agencies, and professional organizations.</li><li><strong>Calendar Management:</strong> Organize and manage schedules for senior attorneys, ensuring efficient time management and prioritization.</li><li><strong>Travel Coordination:</strong> Arrange and oversee travel plans, including booking flights, accommodations, and preparing detailed itineraries.</li><li><strong>Billing Oversight:</strong> Handle pre-billing processes, monitor budgets, and resolve billing issues to maintain accuracy and efficiency.</li><li><strong>Team Coordination:</strong> Delegate tasks to the legal support team and act as a central point of communication for internal workflow.</li><li><strong>Meeting Preparation:</strong> Plan and organize internal meetings, including preparing materials and coordinating agendas.</li><li><strong>Administrative Support:</strong> Provide high-level administrative assistance to ensure seamless day-to-day operations of the practice group.</li></ul>
<p>A county agency is looking for a Contracts Specialist for a long-term contract role</p><p>Duties include:</p><ul><li>Negotiating terms and conditions, preparing contracts and evaluating bids for the organization.</li><li>Drafting and editing contracts</li><li>Communicating with vendors and ensuring that the contracts meet all regulatory requirements.</li><li>Handle breach of contracts in a timely manner</li><li>Serve as the main liaison with outside contracting representatives</li><li>Develop and implement effective procurement proposals</li><li>Research regulations to ensure contracts are updated and in compliance with laws</li><li>Coordinate with clients to guarantee terms of contracts are fulfilled in compliance with the terms and regulations</li></ul><p><br></p>
<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>
We are looking for an experienced Contracts Specialist to join our team in Houston, Texas. In this long-term contract position, you will play a pivotal role in managing and negotiating construction-related agreements, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks. This opportunity is ideal for someone with a strong background in contract management and excellent communication skills.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review, draft, and negotiate various contracts, including master service agreements, subcontracts, purchase orders, and vendor agreements.<br>• Ensure all contract terms align with company policies, industry standards, and risk tolerance.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams such as project management, procurement, legal, and operations to address contractual needs.<br>• Identify potential risks in agreements and propose actionable solutions to minimize exposure.<br>• Manage the contract lifecycle, including tracking status, obligations, and renewals.<br>• Maintain compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.<br>• Serve as a liaison between internal stakeholders and external parties to support business objectives.<br>• Provide guidance on contract-related matters to ensure smooth execution of agreements.
<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>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>
<p>Our client is seeking a strategic and highly organized Legal Operations Manager to support their legal team in driving operational excellence, cross-functional collaboration, and compliance initiatives. This is a full-time ongoing contract role with potential for conversion. This person would need to be able to report on-site to their San Francisco office at least 2 times a week.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and coordinate Legal Team projects such as whistleblower program management, SOX compliance, training modules, corporate calendar oversight, CLM implementation, template development, policy updates, and audits.</li><li>Act as a liaison between Legal and other departments to ensure alignment, track requests, monitor progress, and manage deliverables.</li><li>Support corporate-level compliance initiatives in partnership with the General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, and other key stakeholders.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to enhance Legal Team efficiency and cross-functional collaboration.</li><li>Manage vendor onboarding, billing, and budget tracking in coordination with the General Counsel.</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is sourcing for a Legal Operations Manager to support a Corporate Client. In this role, you will oversee legal operations, ensuring efficient processes and compliance across various corporate functions. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to enterprise-wide initiatives while managing key legal and administrative responsibilities.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Law Firm Management:</strong></p><p>Serve as the primary liaison for all law firm engagements, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring optimal service delivery.</p><p>Oversee onboarding of new law firms, including contract negotiation and compliance with company policies.</p><p>Monitor performance and manage reporting against established expectations for external counsel, including handling service level agreements (SLAs).</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Billing and Financial Oversight:</strong></p><p>Manage legal billing processes, including overseeing e-billing systems and reviewing invoices for accuracy and compliance with company policies.</p><p>Work collaboratively with the finance team to track legal spend, prepare budgets, and identify opportunities for cost savings or efficiencies.</p><p>Develop processes to monitor external counsel billing rates, ensure adherence to billing guidelines, and maintain transparency in spend reporting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Corporate Governance & Maintenance:</strong></p><p>Ensure compliance with corporate governance requirements, including maintaining records, managing organizational filings, and administering annual reports.</p><p>Oversee the maintenance of corporate entities, including formation, dissolution, licensing, and renewal processes.</p><p>Support in preparing board materials, resolutions, and shareholder communications as necessary.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Process Improvement:</strong></p><p>Assess and refine existing legal processes, establishing best practices and frameworks to improve legal operations.</p><p>Evaluate and implement tools and technologies, such as matter management platforms or contract lifecycle software, to enhance efficiency and increase automation.</p><p>Partner with internal stakeholders across departments to streamline workflows and create greater integration between legal operations and business processes.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Policies and Training:</strong></p><p>Draft, implement, and enforce policies for external vendors, legal compliance, and internal legal operations.</p><p>Provide training and resources to internal stakeholders regarding updated policies, procedures, and legal processes.</p>
