<p>We are in search of a skilled Patent Agent to become a part of our team. The role will be based in our San Francisco office, and will involve working with a range of patent prosecution activities within the biotech and pharmaceutical industries. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><p><br></p><p>• Handle patent prosecution tasks with a focus on maintaining accurate records and processing applications</p><p>• Utilize technical knowledge in cellular biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, immunology, virology, chemistry, organic chemistry, and pharmacy to enhance job functions</p><p>• Conduct detailed prior art searches for patentability and freedom to operate analyses</p><p>• Analyze patents and scientific papers to support patent preparation, prosecution, and counseling </p><p>• Ensure excellent written and verbal communication in English during all interactions</p><p>• Monitor customer accounts and take appropriate action when necessary</p><p>• Maintain a broad technical knowledge to aid in job functions</p><p>• Maintain a focus on customer inquiries, resolving them efficiently and effectively</p><p>• Ensure all customer credit applications are processed accurately and efficiently</p><p>• Uphold a high standard of service, maintaining accurate customer credit records.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Patent Attorney for our client in Reston, VA. In this role, you will utilize your expertise in patent law to manage and oversee the process of patent prosecution and filings for both domestic and foreign patents. This position offers an opportunity to work within the dynamic field of wireless communications while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Handle all aspects of patent prosecution, including drafting, filing, and managing applications with the USPTO.</p><p>• Provide strategic guidance on intellectual property matters related to wireless communications.</p><p>• Conduct thorough research to ensure patents meet legal requirements and protect company innovations.</p><p>• Manage foreign patent filings and coordinate with international counsel as needed.</p><p>• Review and analyze patent portfolios to identify opportunities for strengthening intellectual property protections.</p><p>• Collaborate with engineering and development teams to translate technical concepts into patentable material.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with U.S. and international patent laws and regulations.</p><p>• Represent the organization in legal proceedings related to intellectual property.</p><p>• Stay updated on changes in patent law and provide recommendations to adapt strategies accordingly.</p>
<p>Semiconductor company has an immediate opening for a skilled and detail-oriented <strong>Patent Prosecution Paralegal</strong> to join our legal team. This position is ideal for a candidate with at least two years of experience in patent prosecution, including hands-on knowledge of U.S. patent regulations and procedures. The paralegal will be responsible for assisting attorneys in preparing, managing, and filing patent-related documents, ensuring compliance with USPTO (U.S. Patent and Trademark Office) requirements, and maintaining accurate records throughout the patent lifecycle. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a growing organization's intellectual property (IP) portfolio while utilizing your highly specialized skills.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>U.S. Patent Prosecution Support</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Filing with USPTO:</strong> Prepare and file patent applications, office action responses, information disclosure statements, and other related USPTO filings.</li><li><strong>Docketing Management:</strong> Review and docket incoming USPTO correspondence and deadlines, ensuring all actions are tracked and completed in a timely manner.</li><li><strong>Recording Assignments and Power of Attorneys (POAs):</strong> Prepare, file, and manage recording of patent assignments and Power of Attorney documents with the USPTO.</li></ul><p><strong>Administrative Duties</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain and update case files, ensuring all documentation is current and easily accessible.</li><li>Collaborate with attorneys and inventors to gather required documentation and information for filings.</li><li>Monitor and process routine patent file updates, including status reports and reminders for due dates.</li></ul><p><strong>Patent Portfolio Management</strong></p><ul><li>Assist in maintaining accurate records in patent portfolio management databases.</li><li>Track the status of patent applications throughout their lifecycle, including prosecution, maintenance, and renewals (as applicable).</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Semiconductor company has an immediate opening for a skilled and detail-oriented <strong>Patent Prosecution Paralegal</strong> to join our legal team. This position is ideal for a candidate with at least two years of experience in patent prosecution, including hands-on knowledge of U.S. patent regulations and procedures. The paralegal will be responsible for assisting attorneys in preparing, managing, and filing patent-related documents, ensuring compliance with USPTO (U.S. Patent and Trademark Office) requirements, and maintaining accurate records throughout the patent lifecycle. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a growing organization's intellectual property (IP) portfolio while utilizing your highly specialized skills.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>U.S. Patent Prosecution Support</strong></p><ul><li>Filing with USPTO: Prepare and file patent applications, office action responses, information disclosure statements, and other related USPTO filings.</li><li>Docketing Management: Review and docket incoming USPTO correspondence and deadlines, ensuring all actions are tracked and completed in a timely manner.</li><li>Recording Assignments and Power of Attorneys (POAs): Prepare, file, and manage recording of patent assignments and Power of Attorney documents with the USPTO.</li></ul><p><strong>Administrative Duties</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain and update case files, ensuring all documentation is current and easily accessible.</li><li>Collaborate with attorneys and inventors to gather required documentation and information for filings.</li><li>Monitor and process routine patent file updates, including status reports and reminders for due dates.</li></ul><p><strong>Patent Portfolio Management</strong></p><ul><li>Assist in maintaining accurate records in patent portfolio management databases.</li><li>Track the status of patent applications throughout their lifecycle, including prosecution, maintenance, and renewals (as applicable).</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Are you seeking an opportunity to contribute your organizational and analytical skills to the world of intellectual property? An exciting opportunity is available for a detail-oriented <strong>Patent Docketing Specialist</strong> to join a dynamic team within the legal field. This role offers the chance to support critical patent filing, prosecution, and maintenance processes while working alongside talented professionals at the forefront of innovation. <strong>Though this position is remote, at this time candidates need to be local to the Minneapolis, MN or Denver, CO areas.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Accurately analyze and docket new patent application filings, office actions, formalities, and other correspondence related to patent matters.</li><li>Review documents from the USPTO, international patent offices, and foreign agents to ensure deadlines are identified and docketed following established procedures.</li><li>Maintain accurate records in the IP docket database and conduct periodic system audits as needed.</li><li>Monitor open due dates and proactively follow up with attorneys or internal client teams, advancing deadlines per country-specific laws and procedural guidelines.</li><li>Generate and distribute relevant docket reports to attorneys and internal teams based on established practices.</li><li>Create new docket records within the IP database system and assist with patent file intake, transfer-outs, and corresponding audits.</li><li>Collaborate with attorneys, support staff, and other docketing professionals to handle overflow or provide administrative assistance as required.</li></ul>
<p>Our client an elite law firm is seeking a skilled Patent Paralegal to join the IP team in Philadelphia. This role requires an experienced and detail-oriented individual who can independently manage patent portfolios and ensure compliance with deadlines and procedural requirements. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys and clients.</p><p><br></p><p>Interested remote candidates with IP Law Firm backgrounds may be also be considered and should reach out to Kevin Ross at Robert Half in Philadelphia. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage a portfolio of U.S. and international patent matters, ensuring all deadlines and compliance requirements are met.</p><p>• Conduct regular reviews of patent dockets, prioritize urgent tasks, and coordinate timely responses.</p><p>• Prepare and file U.S. patent applications, including national stage filings under 371.</p><p>• Communicate with clients, attorneys, and foreign associates to address prosecution matters and procedural questions.</p><p>• Research patent procedural issues and develop effective action plans for resolution.</p><p>• Maintain and organize patent files in accordance with firm and client guidelines.</p><p>• Mentor and provide training to less experienced paralegals and administrative staff to support their growth.</p><p>• Assist attorneys in delivering exceptional client service and managing administrative patent-related tasks.</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>Our client Law Firm looking for a detail-oriented and highly organized Paralegal with expertise in intellectual property law to join their team in Dallas, Texas. In this role, you will provide essential support to attorneys by managing legal filings, maintaining intellectual property portfolios, and ensuring compliance with U.S. and international regulations. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals with a strong background in patent, trademark, and copyright law.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and file patent, copyright, and trademark applications for both U.S. and international jurisdictions.</p><p>• Manage communications and filings with foreign counsel for international intellectual property matters.</p><p>• Maintain and track deadlines using IP docketing systems to ensure timely filings, renewals, and responses.</p><p>• Conduct preliminary searches and assist with trademark screening and clearance reviews.</p><p>• Audit and manage intellectual property portfolios to ensure compliance with relevant rules and regulations.</p><p>• Draft and review legal documents, including correspondence, reports, and agreements.</p><p>• Assist attorneys with litigation or enforcement activities related to intellectual property.</p><p>• Perform ownership, lien, assignment, and security interest searches for IP assets in connection with legal filings.</p><p>• Support the preparation and review of IP-related agreements, such as licensing and assignments.</p><p>• Provide general administrative support to attorneys, including organizing and finalizing client correspondence</p><p>If this position is speaking out to YOU, email your resume directly to</p><p>rosemarie.jones< at >roberthalf.< com ></p>
<p>Robert Half is seeking a <strong>Legal Billing Specialist</strong> for our client, a local law firm. This contract-to-hire role offers a strong opportunity for professional growth as part of a reputable firm committed to excellence in legal services.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Job Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and execute end-to-end legal billing functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with firm protocols.</li><li>Prepare, review, and process detailed client invoices in adherence to client-specific billing guidelines.</li><li>Monitor and track billing timelines, resolving delayed or rejected bills proactively.</li><li>Address inquiries regarding billing discrepancies and collaborate with attorneys and staff for resolution.</li><li>Ensure compliance with electronic billing (e-Billing) systems and resolve e-Billing rejections or adjustments.</li><li>Maintain proper documentation of all billing activities for reporting purposes.</li><li>Offer continuous support to attorneys, paralegals, and other staff regarding billing and time entry best practices.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half Legal is recruiting a Litigation Secretary for our international law firm client in the Silicon Valley (hybrid telecommute) with a leading intellectual property (IP) and commercial litigation practice. </p><p><br></p><p>To qualify, candidates should have at least 2 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. Experience supporting IP litigators in patent infringement lawsuits is preferred. 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 $85,000 - 125,000+/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, Vice President for Permanent Placement Services Practice, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!</p>
<p>Our client, a well-regarded mid-sized law firm with multiple offices, is seeking a skilled Litigation Paralegal to join their Los Angeles team. This is a great opportunity to work in a collaborative environment supporting a group of accomplished attorneys.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Provide 3:1 support to litigation attorneys</li><li>Discovery and eDiscovery</li><li>Subpoenas and document production</li><li>Assist attorneys preparing for depositions, trials, and arbitration</li><li>May need to provide backup support with court filings, calendaring, and admin tasks</li></ul><p>Requirements:</p><ul><li>5+ years of California civil litigation experience</li><li>Paralegal certificate or attorney declaration</li><li>Discovery and eDiscovery experience</li><li>Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive</li></ul><p>Why This Role:</p><ul><li>Business casual environment</li><li>37.5-hour work week</li><li>Competitive compensation + year-end bonus</li><li>Full benefits package including medical, 401(k) with match, paid parking, wellness and phone stipends</li><li>Generous PTO, sick leave, and paid holidays</li></ul><p><br></p><p>TO APPLY, ONLY send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin< at >RobertHalf.< com ></p><p><br></p><p>#SoCALRHL</p>
<p>Our downtown Minneapolis law firm client is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant with strong Litigation experience to join their team. As a Legal Assistant, you will prepare various legal documents, manage electronic client files, and provide high-quality administrative support to busy Attorneys. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Preparation of legal correspondence, agreements, and documents, including conversions and comparisons of documents and manipulation of PDF files</p><p>• Electronic filing of pleadings and other documents in local and national state, federal, and appellate courts</p><p>• Docketing of court orders, schedules, and other litigation requirements</p><p>• Management of electronic client files, including pleadings and indices, along with original client documents and pleadings</p><p>• Review and finalization of time entries for attorneys and paralegals and handling of client invoices</p><p>• Provision of general legal administrative support, including managing calendars, scheduling and coordinating attorney and client meetings, conferences and depositions, and handling routine correspondence</p><p>• Using Case Management Software and Microsoft Office Suites for various tasks</p><p>• Delivering quality, responsive customer service to clients, attorneys, and team members.</p><p><br></p><p>Position offers fantastic benefits, including: health, dental, 401k, profit sharing, PTO</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Family Law Legal Assistant to join our team in San Jose, California. This role focuses primarily on supporting attorneys in family law cases and requires a high level of organization, communication skills, and attention to detail. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate proficiency in legal administrative tasks while delivering excellent client service.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Draft and revise legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, and court forms specific to family law matters.</p><p>• File legal documents through e-filing systems, ensuring adherence to court deadlines and procedures.</p><p>• Manage attorneys’ calendars, including scheduling court appearances, client meetings, depositions, and case deadlines.</p><p>• Collect and organize case-related documents from clients, ensuring timely submission and compliance with case requirements.</p><p>• Maintain and organize both physical and electronic case files for quick and efficient access.</p><p>• Perform conflict checks and ensure compliance with firm policies and procedures.</p><p>• Collaborate with attorneys to develop case strategies and conduct legal research as needed.</p><p>• Work with colleagues across practice areas when cases intersect with other fields, such as litigation or estate planning.</p><p>• Assist with special projects related to family law or broader firm operations.</p>
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.
<p>We are on the lookout for a diligent and high energy Litigation Secretary to join a growing law firm in San Francisco, California. As a Legal Secretary, your role will involve providing comprehensive administrative and clerical support to litigation attorneys, facilitating meetings, managing attorneys' calendars and handling court filings. This role operates within the legal industry and offers an exciting opportunity to engage with various aspects of the legal process.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities include:</p><p><br></p><p>• Traveling to and attending trials with the Partner.</p><p>• Providing administrative and clerical support to Litigation Attorneys in relation to their cases and clients</p><p>• Drafting and editing correspondence, memos, and other legal documents</p><p>• Handling court filings and e-filings</p><p>• Facilitating meetings, depositions, and client calls</p><p>• Maintaining attorneys' calendars and coordinating with the records and conflicts departments in the opening and closing of matters</p><p>• Entering and editing attorney time as necessary</p><p>• Utilizing strong organizational skills to manage various tasks and deadlines</p><p>• Demonstrating excellent verbal and written skills in communication with clients, attorneys, and courts</p><p>• Displaying strong word processing and formatting skills, including experience generating tables of contents and tables of authorities</p><p>• Independently e-filing in accordance with court rules</p><p>• Leveraging civil litigation experience and knowledge of state and federal court rules, procedures, and calendaring requirements.</p><p><br></p><p>Skills required for this role include Civil Litigation, Civil Litigation Experience, e-Filing, Court Filing, Courts - Federal, Courts - State, and Managing Calendar.</p>
<p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>About the Firm:</strong></p><p>Our client is a boutique law firm in New York City, focusing on domestic and international corporate, litigation, and arbitration matters, particularly in Latin America. We are seeking a Full-Time Legal Secretary/Administrative Assistant to support three partners in our Corporate/Latin American Department<strong>.</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p>This role provides administrative and legal support at the partner level—two partners have full workloads, and the third requires lighter assistance. The ideal candidate is college-educated, fully bilingual in Spanish and English, and highly organized, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple time-sensitive tasks in a fast-paced legal environment<strong>.</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Answer incoming calls, schedule conference calls, and respond to emails on behalf of attorneys</li><li>Open and manage new client matters</li><li>Maintain attorney calendars and schedule meetings, conferences, and travel arrangements</li><li>Enter attorney time using Aderant timekeeping and billing software</li><li>Prepare and submit attorney expense reports</li><li>Input, format, and edit legal and business documents</li><li>Complete corporate forms and documentation for bank and brokerage accounts</li><li>Organize and maintain client and attorney files (physical and electronic)</li><li>Prepare and distribute billing invoices to clients</li><li>Monitor and manage deadlines, meetings, and key dates</li><li>Transcribe dictations from computer or Dictaphone</li><li>Update and maintain contact databases and mailing lists</li><li>Handle clerical tasks including FedEx, faxing, scanning, and filing</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p>
<p>Robert Half’s law firm client is experiencing significant growth and is seeking a highly organized and proactive <strong>Corporate Legal Assistant</strong> to join their team on a temp-to-hire basis. This role supports a busy legal team including <strong>Real Estate (Hospitality) Attorneys</strong> and <strong>Corporate Attorneys</strong>, and is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, professional environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Corporate Legal Assistant (Temp-to-Hire)</p><p> <strong>Location:</strong> New York, New York (On-site, 5 days/week)</p><p> <strong>Pay Rate:</strong> $25+/hour</p><p> <strong>Start Date:</strong> ASAP</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide administrative support to attorneys in Real Estate and Corporate practice groups</li><li>Manage attorney calendars and schedule Zoom meetings</li><li>Handle billing processes (corporate legal billing experience required)</li><li>Enter attorney time into billing systems</li><li>Maintain and organize legal documents using <strong>DocsOpen</strong> and <strong>iManage</strong></li><li>Utilize <strong>Office 365</strong> and <strong>OneDrive</strong> for document creation and collaboration</li><li>Coordinate internal and external communications</li><li>Assist with general office tasks and legal team support as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a Legal Administrative Assistant with 2 years of law firm experience to join a well-respected law firm in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. This role involves supporting litigation attorneys by managing legal documents, court filings, and schedules while ensuring seamless administrative operations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess strong communication, organizational, and technical skills, this position will offer you a dynamic and rewarding experience. Litigation experience preferred, but other law firm experience is strongly considered.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a 100% in office position in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and edit legal documents, agreements, and correspondence, including document comparisons, conversions, and manipulation of PDF files.</p><p>• File litigation pleadings and other legal documents electronically with state, federal, and appellate courts nationwide.</p><p>• Manage docketing requirements, including court scheduling orders, briefing schedules, and other mandated litigation timelines.</p><p>• Organize and maintain electronic client files, including pleadings indices, original documents, and other legal materials.</p><p>• Review attorney and paralegal time entries, finalize billing details, and coordinate client invoicing.</p><p>• Provide administrative support such as managing calendars, scheduling meetings, conferences, and depositions, and handling routine correspondence.</p><p>• Deliver high-quality client service by responding promptly to inquiries and ensuring attentive interactions with attorneys and colleagues.</p><p>• Adapt to changing priorities and work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members while maintaining a dependable and detail-oriented demeanor.</p><p>• Assist with trial preparation and ensure all necessary materials are organized and readily accessible.</p>
<p>Established San Francisco law firm is seeking an Intellectual Property Litigation Secretary to support their growing practice. This role requires an experienced individual with a deep understanding of litigation processes and filing procedures across multiple patent venues. Join a dynamic team that values precision, efficiency, and collaboration.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys specializing in Intellectual Property litigation.</p><p>• Prepare, edit, and proofread legal documents, including correspondence, pleadings, and patent filings.</p><p>• File legal documents in various patent venues, such as NDCal, CDCal, WDTex, EDTex, and DDel, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements.</p><p>• Maintain organized case files and track deadlines to ensure timely submissions.</p><p>• Handle time entries and billing processes with attention to detail.</p><p>• Liaise with clients and external parties to facilitate communication and case progress.</p><p>• Conduct research and gather information relevant to ongoing cases.</p><p>• Assist with administrative tasks, including notary public services and document management.</p><p>• Support partners in building and expanding their Intellectual Property practice.</p>
<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>We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Overland Park, Kansas. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting attorneys throughout all stages of the litigation process, ensuring cases are handled with precision and professionalism. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and excel at legal research, trial preparation, and administrative support, we encourage you to apply.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct in-depth legal research to investigate relevant laws, regulations, and legal articles.</p><p>• Organize and maintain case files, including briefs, appeals, exhibits, and other legal documents, ensuring accurate record-keeping.</p><p>• Prepare for hearings and trials by assisting in the development of arguments, motions, contracts, and agreements.</p><p>• Summarize interrogatories, testimonies, and depositions to support case preparation.</p><p>• Schedule and coordinate interviews, meetings, and depositions with clients, witnesses, lawyers, and external parties.</p><p>• Obtain affidavits and other formal legal documents to support attorneys in case proceedings.</p><p>• Review trial transcriptions, monitor deadlines, and manage attorneys’ calendars to ensure timely actions.</p><p>• Collaborate with attorneys and team members to facilitate effective case management and legal strategies.</p><p>• Utilize case management software to track case progress and maintain organized documentation.</p><p><br></p><p>The pay range for this position is $33.25 to $38.50. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.</p>
<p>We are looking for a highly skilled Legal Assistant to join our team in San Jose, California. This role involves providing vital administrative support to attorneys and paralegals, primarily within the Intellectual Property litigation practice group. The ideal candidate will possess extensive litigation experience, particularly in Federal Court, and excel in managing case deadlines, preparing legal documents, and maintaining organized workflows.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Maintain and organize client and administrative files, ensuring timely opening and closing of matters in compliance with firm policies.</p><p>• Prepare, format, proofread, and edit litigation documents, including administrative correspondence and court filings, with precision and attention to detail.</p><p>• Schedule and monitor court appearances, depositions, and discovery deadlines, ensuring all associated dates are accurately recorded in attorney calendars.</p><p>• Coordinate the preparation of exhibits, evidence, briefs, and trial binders for hearings, trials, and meetings.</p><p>• Manage incoming mail by scanning, filing, and calendaring important dates, while determining appropriate next steps.</p><p>• Provide administrative support such as arranging attorney travel, booking accommodations, and organizing development events.</p><p>• Oversee document profiling and management in compliance with practice group guidelines throughout the course of engagements.</p><p>• Assist attorneys with timekeeping, invoice processing, and monitoring receivables to ensure financial tasks are handled efficiently.</p><p>• Coordinate with court reporters and handle scheduling for hearings and depositions.</p><p>• Greet and assist clients and visitors, manage conference room reservations, and ensure technical needs are met.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join our team in Syracuse, New York. This Contract-to-Permanent position is ideal for a meticulous individual who excels in legal documentation and organizational tasks. The role involves working closely with attorneys and clients to ensure efficient case management and compliance with legal procedures.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Assist attorneys in preparing legal documents, contracts, and correspondence with precision and accuracy.<br>• Manage case files and ensure all records are properly maintained and up to date.<br>• Coordinate schedules and deadlines using tools like CompuLaw and calendar management systems.<br>• Handle client inquiries and maintain strong relationships.<br>• Utilize Aderant and Automated City Register Information System (ACRIS) for case organization and tracking.<br>• Conduct research and compile case-related information to support legal proceedings.<br>• Oversee the briefing process, ensuring timely and effective communication.<br>• Maintain electronic records and ensure the security of confidential information.<br>• Draft and review legal documents in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.<br>• Support attorneys with administrative tasks and ensure smooth workflow within the legal team.
<p>We are partnering with a national AmLaw 100 firm to source a Litigation Paralegal to join its San Francisco team in a long-term temp-to-hire capacity. While prior trial experience is preferred, the firm is also open to strong paralegals with solid litigation backgrounds who are eager to gain more direct trial exposure and grow into this role.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with trial preparation including trial binders, exhibits, demonstratives, and witness coordination</li><li>Support attorneys during trial as needed, including war room logistics, exhibit tracking, and courtroom coordination</li><li>Draft and organize pleadings, discovery requests and responses, and motion materials</li><li>Review, gather, and organize client documents for production and discovery</li><li>Manage case calendars, deadlines, and electronic filings in state and federal courts</li><li>Perform cite-checking, factual research, and document review</li><li>Communicate effectively with attorneys, staff, vendors, and clients</li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li><br></li><li>Support attorneys during trial as needed, including war room logistics, exhibit tracking, and courtroom coordination</li><li>Draft and organize pleadings, discovery requests and responses, and motion materials</li><li>Review, gather, and organize client documents for production and discovery</li><li>Manage case calendars, deadlines, and electronic filings in state and federal courts</li><li>Perform cite-checking, factual research, and document review</li><li>Communicate effectively with attorneys, staff, vendors, and clients</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, a research-led, innovative, global pharmaceutical company, is looking for a senior corporate paralegal to join their team in Elmwood Park, NJ. </p><p><br></p><p>• Draft, review, and revise non-disclosure, vendor, service, and commercial agreements and other legal and corporate documents under the direction and supervision of attorneys.</p><p>• Draft, review, and prepare contract templates.</p><p>• Draft, review, and revise legal presentations, training materials, and other legal documents. </p><p>• Research and analyze statutes, regulations and other legal resources.</p><p>• Gather information and conduct research relative to legal issues under the direction and supervision of attorneys.</p><p>• Issue and track litigation holds under the direction and supervision of attorneys.</p><p>• Maintain electronic records database and physical files for all correspondence, business contracts and agreements and litigations.</p><p>• Ensure contract database tracker (Excel worksheet) and relevant contracts are complete and up-to-date. </p><p>• Interface and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders on agreements, as needed.</p><p>• Serve as custodian of Legal Department records.</p><p>• Lead and manage the collection of required information and data for transparency reporting.</p><p>• Draft, file and maintain Legal Department documents and Board of Director resolutions, agendas, minutes, and other documents.</p><p>• Assist in process improvement and resource development to meet current and future needs of Legal Department.</p><p>• Collaborate regularly with attorneys and internal stakeholders for assigned projects to find solutions to routine legal issues.</p><p>• Attend Legal Department and cross functional team meetings and draft meeting minutes.</p><p>• Provide administrative support to attorneys in the Legal Department and to the Board of Directors, such as scheduling meetings, arranging travel, preparing expense reports, preparing meeting minutes, drafting correspondence, tracking legal training and other organizational tasks, obtaining documents and signatures, and other tasks as needed.</p><p>• Act as subject matter expert for current e-billing system.</p><p>• Proactively manage all invoices for compliance with outside counsel guidelines and approve invoices pertaining to legal matters and litigations, checking for accuracy, cost center coding, and cost containment, and ensure invoices are approved and paid on time.</p><p>• Prepare budget status reports monthly or as needed, pertaining to outside counsel/vendor expenses; analyze actual and projected costs vs. budgeted amounts, including breakdown of costs by product, vendor, and other applicable categories.</p><p>• Prepare ad hoc budget reports as needed (e.g., spend for a particular vendor for a particular time frame).</p><p>• Notarize documents.</p>
