<p>We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Newport Beach, California. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in litigation support, including calendaring and e-filing in state and federal courts, and demonstrate strong organizational skills. This position is fully on-site and offers the opportunity to work closely with legal professionals in a dynamic environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and file legal documents electronically, ensuring compliance with court regulations.</p><p>• Manage and maintain court calendars, coordinating deadlines and hearings.</p><p>• Handle federal court filings with precision and attention to detail.</p><p>• Provide administrative support, including scheduling meetings and managing correspondence.</p><p>• Assist with cases, offering comprehensive litigation support.</p><p>• Oversee document preparation, proofreading, and formatting to meet legal standards.</p><p>• Coordinate with attorneys and other staff to ensure seamless case management.</p><p>• Track deadlines and maintain organized case files for easy access.</p><p>• Perform general administrative tasks as needed to support the team.</p>
<p><strong><u>Litigation Legal Assistant – HYBRID in Newport Beach</u></strong></p><p>Robert Half Legal is partnering with a highly regarded, full-service business law firm to identify a Litigation Legal Assistant. With over 50 years in the market and a national footprint, this firm is known for delivering sophisticated legal counsel across a wide range of complex transactions and disputes while maintaining a collaborative, team-oriented culture.</p><p><br></p><p>This opportunity is best suited for a Litigation Legal Assistant with strong federal court experience who can independently manage filings, deadlines, and procedural requirements across multiple jurisdictions. Candidates must be comfortable navigating federal rules (including outside of California) and supporting attorneys in a fast-paced, high-expectations environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Provide high-level litigation support to attorneys across complex civil matters</li><li>Draft, format, proofread, and finalize pleadings, motions, discovery, affidavits, complaints, and legal memoranda</li><li>Handle state and federal court filings, including e-filings and occasional paper filings</li><li>Manage litigation calendars, court deadlines, and procedural timelines using firm software</li><li>Identify and submit documents for docketing and ensure compliance with all court requirements</li><li>Assist attorneys with reviewing, organizing, and summarizing case materials and correspondence</li><li>Prepare matrices, charts, spreadsheets, and privilege logs as needed</li><li>Support arbitration and trial preparation, including document organization and logistics</li><li>Maintain accurate time records for billable tasks</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join This Firm</strong></p><ul><li>Established firm with 50+ years of success and over 100 attorneys across multiple offices</li><li>Offers sophisticated, “big firm” work with a more flexible and collaborative environment</li><li>Team-oriented culture where support staff are valued and cross-trained</li><li>Hybrid work schedule (4 days onsite, 1 day remote)</li><li>Beautiful penthouse office in Newport Beach</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance starting day one</li><li>401(k) with profit sharing</li><li>Paid time off, including vacation and sick time</li><li>Additional voluntary benefits including disability, supplemental insurance, and wellness programs</li><li>Access to financial planning resources and educational seminars</li></ul><p><strong>Compensation</strong></p><p>Salary range: $80,000–$105,000, plus performance-based holiday bonus.</p><p><em>Compensation will vary based on federal court experience, technical skillset, and overall career stability.</em></p>
<p><strong><u>LEGAL SECRETARY ROLE - FULLY ON SITE IN DOWNTOWN SAN DIEGO</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>This firm is seeking a polished, detail‑oriented Legal Secretary with strong litigation experience in California state and federal courts. This role supports multiple attorneys with a balanced caseload and offers stability, strong mentorship, and an excellent work environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare, format, and revise legal documents (pleadings, motions, discovery, TOAs/TOCs)</li><li>E‑file in state and federal courts (California and Federal CM/ECF)</li><li>Maintain attorney calendars, deadlines, and reminders (CompuLaw or firm system; training offered)</li><li>Schedule hearings, depositions, mediations, and client meetings</li><li>Handle document management, proofreading, redlining, and administrative support</li><li>Process expenses, time entries, and assist with billing as needed</li><li>Provide reliable support for trial prep, filings, and case logistics</li></ul><p><strong>Compensation & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Salary:</strong> $85K–$105K DOE</li><li><strong>Schedule:</strong> 40‑hour week; onsite or hybrid depending on firm</li><li><strong>Benefits:</strong> Medical/dental/vision, 401(k), PTO, paid holidays</li><li><strong>Perks:</strong> Paid parking, professional development, supportive firm culture</li></ul>
We are looking for a dedicated Office Services Associate to join our team in Newport Beach, California. This is a Contract position that involves delivering essential office support services in a calm, detail-oriented environment. You will play a key role in maintaining day-to-day office operations, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere, and providing exceptional service to clients and staff.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Greet clients and visitors, ensuring a positive first impression.<br>• Prepare and distribute daily bulletins to keep the office informed.<br>• Restock pantry and supply closets to maintain a well-equipped workspace.<br>• Assist with opening doors and addressing basic office needs.<br>• Perform light reprographic tasks, with more extensive work sent offsite.<br>• Ensure common areas are clean, organized, and presentable.<br>• Provide general administrative support to attorneys and secretaries as needed.<br>• Coordinate with remote support teams for additional tasks and assistance.<br>• Adapt to new office systems and processes with provided training.
<p>Position summary</p><p>The Office Services Associate is responsible for adding value in providing daily back office services for our client and teams. Services include but are not limited to reprographics copy and mail services in both physical and digital environments with support for services in hospitality facilities audio/visual reception and other Williams Lea service lines as needed.</p><p>Job duties</p><p>* denotes an essential function</p><p>- *Utilize appropriate logs for all office services work.</p><p>- *Ensure that job tickets are properly filled out before beginning work.</p><p>- *Perform work in office services primarily reprographics mail and intake functions according to established procedures.</p><p>- *Follow procedures to run jobs in proper order.</p><p>- *Communicate with supervisor or client on job or deadline issues.</p><p>- *Meet contracted deadlines for accepting completing and delivering all work.</p><p>- *Troubleshoot basic equipment problems.</p><p>- Be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.</p><p>- Prioritize workflow.</p><p>- Performs Quality Assurance on own and work of others.</p><p>- Load machines with various paper toner supplies.</p><p>- Answer telephone emails and place service calls when needed.</p><p>- Interact with clients in person over the phone or electronically.</p><p>- Adhere to Williams Lea policies in addition to client site policies.</p><p>- Use equipment and supplies in a cost-efficient manner.</p>
<p>A well-established, full-service law firm in Downtown San Diego is seeking a <strong>litigation assistant. </strong>This desk will focus on business litigation - in both state and federal court.</p><p><br></p><p>This firm has an excellent reputation in the San Diego legal community, and the role will <strong>support 3 attorneys. </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>o e-filing in state and federal courts (using OneLegal)</p><p>o maintaining and updating 2-3 attorney calendars</p><p>o preparing exhibit and trial/hearing binders</p><p>o typing and preparing pleadings including proofreading</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Perks of Company</u></strong>:</p><p>· RHL has placed two legal assistants in the last year who are happy!</p><p>· Many employees have strong tenure and stick around </p><p>· Every other month or so, the firm sponsors lunches to celebrate milestones</p><p>· Fancy Christmas party at a steakhouse downtown </p><p>· Transportation allowance </p><p>· This role boasts a 7.5 hour work day!</p>
<p>A prestigious AmLaw 200 law firm is seeking a Litigation Assistant to join their growing team. This Litigation Assistant must have experience in one of the following areas: bankruptcy, commercial, or family litigation, and should be fluent in eFiling in those corresponding courts.</p><p><br></p><p>Litigation Assistants who speak Spanish are strongly encouraged to apply! The top end of the pay range is reserved for bilingual Litigation Assistants. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities of Role</u>: </strong></p><p>· Supporting three partners: one corporate bankruptcy, one commercial litigation, and one family law. </p><ul><li>E-filing in corresponding courts (directly, not with an attorney service - please do not apply if you've only eFiled using an attorney service)</li><li>Formating pleadings</li><li>Completing discovery shells</li><li>Drafting correspondence</li><li>Knowing civil rules well enough to double check docketed litigation deadlines and putting on attorney's calendars</li></ul><p>· Billable requirement: Litigation Assistants bill <strong>800 hours a year</strong>. Their work is mostly administrative, but they bill for things like discovery requests. A paralegal certification or attestation is preferred, but not required</p><p>· Software: Dictation in Big Hand. Document management in iManage. Entering time inTapp. Expense reports in Chrome River.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Perks of Company</u></strong>:</p><p>· Size and prestige: they are AmLaw 200, so large enough to have tons of resources for practice growth, professional development, and have a wide variety of clients. Yet we “know everybody’s name on the email list!”</p><p>· The last legal assistant I placed has been there almost two years and loves it! </p><p>· This litigation assistant’s manager is in the SD legal secretary association board, super connected, and a great teacher.</p><p>· Parking is paid for in the building, beautiful suite. </p>