<p>Robert Half is recruiting Associate Attorney for a top-regarded, mid-sized personal injury law firm with a beautiful office in the East Bay. The firm is well-regarded for its commitment to its deserving clientele and the achievement of excellent results (verdicts and settlements) for them and their families.</p><p><br></p><p>The following are the qualifications for the Associate opportunity:</p><p>• 2+ years of civil litigation experience, preferably in a personal injury or products liability practice;</p><p>• Good range of case management experience, including intake, preparation of complaints, discovery, some taking and defending depositions (preferred, but not required), law and motion, drafting / opposing dispositive motions (e.g., MSJs/MSAs), and ideally trial preparation, mediation, and settlement negotiation experience;</p><p>• Plaintiff-side experience is preferred, but associates with defense experience are encouraged to apply if they have a proven interest in prosecuting injured workers’ / consumers’ rights;</p><p>• Persuasive legal writing and advocacy skills;</p><p>• Spanish language fluency is a big plus;</p><p>• Willing and able to travel often to meet clients, attend depositions, and make court appearances; and</p><p>• Active and in good standing with the State Bar of California.</p><p><br></p><p>Make no mistake! This is a unique opportunity with a firm that has an excellent reputation and offers an unparalleled benefits package (including 100% paid for medical / dental / vision / Life / disability insurance coverage & Firm pays an additional 25% of annual total comp into a retirement pension plan). Our client is offering a base salary of $135,000 – 225,000+/yr., DOE, and bonus compensation. Again, the firm’s employment benefits are unbeatable! </p><p><br></p><p>For confidential consideration, please email your resume to Jon Lucchese, Vice President for Permanent Placement Services Practice, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!</p>
<p>Established law firm is seeking a skilled Associate Attorney with expertise in trusts and estates litigation to join a small but dynamic law firm based in Palo Alto, California. This Associate Attorney roles offers an opportunity to handle complex legal matters involving estate planning, trust administration, and related disputes. The ideal candidate will bring a strong litigation background, excellent research and writing skills, and an ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Handle all phases of trust and estate litigation, including pleadings, discovery, motions, negotiations, and trial preparation.</li><li>Advise clients on estate planning strategies and potential litigation risks associated with trusts and wills.</li><li>Conduct comprehensive legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other legal research tools to support case strategies.</li><li>Draft clear and persuasive legal documents such as complaints, motions, briefs, settlement agreements, and memoranda.</li><li>Manage case files meticulously, ensuring compliance with procedural rules and deadlines.</li><li>Engage in negotiations with opposing counsel to resolve disputes amicably or prepare cases for trial if necessary.</li><li>Collaborate with experts in areas such as forensic accounting or valuation when evaluating estate assets or fiduciary conduct.</li><li>Maintain strong client communication by providing updates on case progress and legal options.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is recruiting TWO Labor & Employment Attorney (Associate or Of Counsel level) for the Marin County office (hybrid telecommute OK) of its large statewide law firm client. The ideal candidates will have 2-20+ years of practice in employment litigation, ideally but not necessarily involving municipality and public sector entities. Qualifications include excellent writing and oral advocacy skills, good discovery (including conducting depositions) and law & motion experience, and optimally some work doing oral arguments in adversarial hearings (e.g., ALJ for PERB, DFEH, DOL; state and Federal trial courts; arbitration). </p><p><br></p><p>These are litigation and advice & counsel positions. And, they are definitely partnership-track opportunities, so career-minded litigators with strong work ethic are encouraged to apply.</p><p><br></p><p>The target base salary is $125,000 - 225,000+/yr, DOE, plus bonuses ranging from $10,000 to $30,000+, depending on amount of hours billed. Comprehensive benefits, including the firm’s profit-sharing contributions to the retirement plan, are a part of the employment package. For confidential consideration, please email your resume to Jon Lucchese, Vice President for Permanent Placement Services Division, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!</p>
We are looking for a dedicated Associate Attorney to join our team in San Francisco, California. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in civil litigation defense within a collaborative and supportive environment. If you are a licensed attorney passionate about building your career and gaining hands-on experience, this position is ideal for you.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage a diverse caseload, taking primary responsibility for cases based on your level of experience.<br>• Represent clients during court appearances, depositions, mediations, and other legal proceedings.<br>• Conduct legal research and prepare motions, briefs, and other necessary documentation.<br>• Handle discovery processes, including drafting and responding to interrogatories and requests for production.<br>• Collaborate with clients to provide regular updates and address legal concerns.<br>• Prepare for trials, including pre-trial motions and strategy development.<br>• Participate in settlement negotiations and mediations to advocate for client interests.<br>• Work closely with partners and other team members to ensure high-quality case management.<br>• Maintain effective use of case management and document management software.<br>• Stay current with legal trends and developments to enhance expertise.
<p>Boutique real estate litigation and landlord/tenant law firm located in San Francisco is seeking a skilled Associate Attorney! As part of the team, you will be handling cases from initiation to conclusion, making court appearances, and getting trained in San Francisco housing law. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Oversee and manage multiple cases from beginning to end</p><p>• Draft legal pleadings for various matters</p><p>• Conduct thorough law and motion practices</p><p>• Respond efficiently to discovery requests and draft responses</p><p>• Appear in court for hearings, settlement conferences, and trial calls</p><p>• Maintain a strong work ethic with a total commitment to success for our clients</p><p>• Acquire comprehensive knowledge of San Francisco housing law</p><p>• Demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills</p><p>• Exhibit excellent research and writing skills</p><p>• Multitask independently and manage time effectively</p>
<p>We are looking for an Associate Attorney to join our team based in Los Gatos, California. The successful candidate will be involved in the area of Real Estate Litigation. This role is pivotal in the resolution of customer inquiries and the maintenance of accurate customer records, as well as processing customer applications. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Handle civil litigation cases and manage related documentation</p><p>• Utilize legal software such as 3M, LexisNexis, and Case Management Software for efficient case handling</p><p>• Administer claims and manage complaints with a high level of professionalism</p><p>• Draft and prepare legal briefings to support litigation processes</p><p>• Practice real estate law within the context of homeowners associations</p><p>• Adapt to a hybrid work model, with the flexibility to work onsite as needed</p><p>• Meet annual billable hours targets to ensure the firm's productivity</p><p>• Continually update and maintain the management system for optimal organizational efficiency.</p>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a global company in the <strong>Greater Seattle Area </strong>to identify a Corporate Counsel who is ready to IMMEDIATELY jump in to assist and possibly join their team. This position is contract with potential for extension/conversion into a permanent role.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Location</strong>: Greater Seattle Area</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Duration</strong>: 4+months, with strong potential for extension</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Schedule:</strong> M-F, 8am-5pm</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Responsibilities:</strong> </p><ul><li>Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including NDAs, licensing agreements, and employment contracts.</li><li>Manage the full lifecycle of contracts, from initiation to execution, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.</li><li>Provide strategic legal advice on corporate matters, partnering with internal stakeholders such as sales, supply chain, and finance teams.</li><li>Collaborate with external vendors and legal counsel to support business operations and resolve legal issues.</li><li>Oversee and advise on global contracts, including international transactions with subsidiaries across multiple jurisdictions.</li><li>Conduct risk assessments and deliver practical, business-focused solutions in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Support mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate governance activities as needed.</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is recruiting an experienced Corporate Associate for a highly regarded transactional boutique law firm in downtown San Francisco (flexible telecommute) that services emerging technology and start-up clientele. The Associate is responsible for actively managing their start-up clients’ corporate matters (significant direct client interface), assisting with corporate formation & maintenance, doing due diligence and closings for venture capital and private equity financings, and equity administration (including providing guidance in updating capitalization tables). </p><p><br></p><p>The firm is looking for a start-up lawyer with 4+ years of experience doing the aforementioned work on behalf of venture-backed private companies, preferably at a large- or mid-sized SF or Silicon Valley law firm. The Associate needs to be motivated by direct client service (this is a client-facing role), responsiveness, and relationship building. </p><p><br></p><p>The reason this opportunity stands out from the rest is that this very friendly, congenial law firm is all about WORK-LIFE BALANCE. There is very little evening and weekend work. The billable hour requirement is 1,250/yr and there are good bonuses for exceeding that low threshold. The career trajectory for these positions is either partnership-track or to become a General Counsel at a successful start-up. Many of their alumni are lead in-house counsel for top technology clients. The firm is casual, laid back, and they often do social get-togethers and teambuilding events. A wonderful place to work!</p><p><br></p><p>Our client is offering an annual base salary of $175,000 - 235,000+/yr, DOE and annual production bonuses (described above). The firm pays 100% of medical/dental/vision premiums for the employee and the dependents (!!), contributes 3% of total annual compensation to a 401k plan, has a good PTO policy, and pays generous monthly stipends for commuting, cell phone, etc. 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>Reputable California firm is seeking a litigation attorney to join their Northern California team. As a Trial Attorney, you will be handling litigation matters and playing a key role in their real estate group. You will be responsible for drafting legal notices and letters, managing discovery processes, and attending trials or hearings. This role can be mostly remote, but the person will be residing in Northern California. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience + a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefit.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Handle litigation cases and employment law matters for clients</p><p>• Draft legal notices and letters</p><p>• Conduct discovery for various cases</p><p>• Prepare and file motions, utilizing available templates</p><p>• Attend trials and hearings, both virtually and in-person</p><p>• Maintain regular contact with prospective and current clients, possibly answering inquiries about our services</p>
<p>Growing law firm in Palo Alto is seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join their thriving corporate practice group. This Corporate Paralegal will partner closely with attorneys and clients ranging from emerging startups to established public companies, ensuring smooth execution of complex transactions and day-to-day corporate governance. The ideal candidate is a proactive, solutions-oriented professional with proven experience utilizing Carta for cap table management and equity transactions. You will be responsible for driving operational excellence and ensuring compliance across a full spectrum of corporate legal matters, including financings, M&A, company formations, and ongoing corporate maintenance. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Administer and maintain clients’ capitalization tables using Carta; facilitate equity transactions including issuance, transfers, cancellations, and conversions.</li><li>Prepare and file corporate documents with the Secretary of State, including incorporations, amendments, mergers, and dissolutions.</li><li>Draft board and stockholder consents, action by written consent, and legal resolutions.</li><li>Support all aspects of private financings, including due diligence, signature packet preparation/distribution, and closing binders.</li><li>Manage corporate records, minute books, and stock ledgers.</li><li>Assist attorneys with all aspects of mergers and acquisitions, including diligence and post-closing activities.</li><li>Coordinate with clients, government agencies, and third-party service providers to ensure compliance and timely filing.</li><li>Conduct research of statutes, regulations, and precedents as required.</li><li>Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant corporate law and compliance requirements.</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned by attorneys or senior staff.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Unlock Your Legal Career: Join Us as a Real Estate Paralegal in Palo Alto!</strong></p><p>Are you a driven and detail-oriented legal professional ready to make a real impact? We invite you to become an essential part of our in-house legal team as our next <strong>Corporate Paralegal</strong>! Work alongside accomplished attorneys in a collaborative, high-performance legal environment where your contributions are valued and your expertise can thrive.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Compensation Range: $125k-$145k with a bonus potential up to 10% of the annual base pay.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why You’ll Love This Role:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Impactful Work</strong>: Support strategic corporate initiatives by managing key governance, compliance, and real estate transactions that shape our company’s success.</li><li><strong>Diverse Challenges</strong>: Tackle sophisticated projects involving multi-jurisdictional entity management, high-stakes financings, and complex acquisitions. Every day brings new opportunities to grow your skill set.</li><li><strong>Professional Growth</strong>: Gain hands-on experience working directly with senior attorneys and leaders. You’ll play a critical role in transaction execution, entity management, and process optimization.</li><li><strong>Cutting-Edge Environment</strong>: Join a forward-thinking legal department that leverages modern technology and best practices to drive efficiency and results.</li><li><strong>Work-Life Balance</strong>: Enjoy predictable hours in a supportive culture, with the flexibility of partial remote work in beautiful Palo Alto.</li></ul><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Draft and review corporate governance documents, board resolutions, and compliance filings.</li><li>Manage entity formations, dissolutions, and registrations across multiple states or countries while maintaining accurate records.</li><li>Assist with due diligence for acquisitions, financings, and joint ventures—prepare transaction summaries and coordinate closings.</li><li>Prepare and review documents for real estate deals and property management, upholding accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Maintain legal databases and facilitate the execution and filing of essential documents.</li><li>Collaborate with outside counsel, title companies, and colleagues across departments.</li><li>Tackle new challenges and support process improvements across our legal operations.</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join our team in San Francisco, California. In this role, you will ensure the effective administration of health and welfare plans, focusing on third-party liability and subrogation claims. This position requires a highly organized, detail-oriented individual with strong decision-making and negotiation skills, capable of managing multiple priorities while delivering exceptional service.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct thorough due diligence to manage all aspects of third-party liability and subrogation claims.<br>• Initiate and maintain communication with members, dependents, attorneys, employers, and insurance carriers.<br>• Pursue and recover subrogation claims efficiently, negotiating settlements with carriers, attorneys, and other parties.<br>• Oversee the collection and repayment of liens, subrogation, and other overpaid benefits.<br>• Ensure compliance with administrative, operational, and regulatory procedures for welfare plan administration.<br>• Supervise and provide training to support staff and direct reports to maintain productivity and service standards.<br>• Address additional health and welfare benefits administration tasks to achieve quality and member satisfaction.<br>• Collaborate with senior management on assigned projects to meet organizational goals.
<p>Inhouse legal team is seeking a Corporate Paralegal/Senior Legal Assistant to join their team in San Jose, CA. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a company that is reshaping the future of energy. As a key member of the Legal Department, you will provide advanced administrative and legal support, ensuring the smooth operation of corporate governance and legal processes. This role offers excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Provide direct administrative and legal support to the Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary.</p><p>• Manage legal invoices, set up purchase orders, and track expenses to maintain alignment with budgetary goals.</p><p>• Prepare and distribute Board of Directors meeting materials, draft agendas and consents, and oversee compliance with governance requirements.</p><p>• Maintain corporate records, assist with entity formation, and handle annual filings to support subsidiary governance.</p><p>• Organize, draft, review, and archive contracts, agreements, and other critical legal documents.</p><p>• Coordinate document execution processes, including electronic signatures and contract lifecycle management systems.</p><p>• Update and maintain legal knowledge databases and systems to ensure accessibility and accuracy.</p><p>• Conduct research on legal matters and create summaries or reports to support decision-making.</p><p>• Facilitate onboarding and training for new Legal team members to ensure seamless integration.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to address legal inquiries and improve department processes.</p>
<p>We are looking for a dedicated Research and Writing Attorney to join an established legal team in the Bay Area. In this role, you will focus on conducting thorough legal research, drafting essential legal documents, and collaborating with attorneys to support case strategies. This position offers an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to litigation cases while staying informed on relevant legal developments. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience + a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefit.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Perform detailed legal research on matters such as personal injury, employment law, and civil litigation.</p><p>• Draft a variety of legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and correspondence.</p><p>• Analyze case law, statutes, and regulations to develop compelling legal arguments.</p><p>• Collaborate with attorneys and legal staff to formulate effective case strategies.</p><p>• Review discovery materials and summarize findings pertinent to case preparation.</p><p>• Stay informed about legal trends, rulings, and updates that may impact ongoing or future cases.</p><p>• Assist in creating client-focused deliverables, such as demand letters and settlement proposals.</p>
<p>We are looking for experienced Assistant General Counsel specializing in clinical contracts. In this role, you will oversee contract management processes, ensuring agreements across various departments align with company goals and regulatory requirements. This position offers an opportunity to collaborate with diverse teams, safeguard the company from legal risks, and contribute to operational success.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Provide expert legal guidance in the negotiation, review, and execution of contracts across departments, including clinical operations, research and development, medical affairs, and finance.</p><p>• Develop, update, and implement company policies and procedures related to contract review, ensuring compliance with legal standards and operational efficiency.</p><p>• Draft and negotiate a variety of agreements, such as clinical trial contracts, strategic collaborations, vendor agreements, and confidentiality agreements.</p><p>• Supervise entry-level legal staff, addressing escalated contract issues and ensuring adherence to departmental guidelines.</p><p>• Act as the primary legal liaison between internal teams and external entities, resolving contractual matters effectively and escalating issues when necessary.</p><p>• Respond promptly to complex inquiries regarding contractual obligations and propose solutions that balance business goals and risk mitigation.</p><p>• Collaborate with specialized legal counsel and compliance teams to address intellectual property, regulatory, and commercial concerns within agreements.</p><p>• Identify potential risks in contracts and recommend strategies to minimize exposure while supporting business objectives.</p><p>• Ensure training and support for relevant departments on updated contract policies and procedures.</p><p>• Continuously improve contract management processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.</p>
<p>Plaintiff-side Law Firm looking to hire a Staff Attorney to join team in San Francisco, California. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for social justice and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality legal services.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: document review, legal research and writing, deposition preparation, and more. </p><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Senior Attorney to join our dynamic family law firm in San Francisco, California. This role offers the opportunity to handle complex and high-stakes cases while contributing to the firm's growth and reputation for excellence. If you are an experienced legal expert seeking a collaborative environment that values your expertise and provides a flexible structure, this position may be the ideal fit for you.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Represent clients in high-stakes family law cases, including court appearances in the Bay Area.<br>• Draft and review legal motions, briefs, and other documentation with precision and attention to detail.<br>• Manage discovery processes, ensuring thorough preparation and compliance with legal protocols.<br>• Provide strategic advice and counsel to clients, addressing their unique needs with compassion and attention to detail.<br>• Collaborate with colleagues to refine legal templates and enhance operational systems for improved efficiency.<br>• Maintain a proactive approach to case management, advancing matters effectively and meeting deadlines.<br>• Participate in firm-wide initiatives aimed at client growth and business development.<br>• Uphold ethical standards and contribute to the firm's reputation for delivering exceptional legal services.<br>• Mentor entry-level attorneys to foster growth and development within the team.<br>• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations while representing clients.
<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>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>
<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>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>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>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>