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85 results for Administrative Assistant in Costa Mesa, CA

Receptionist
  • Ontario, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 20 - 21 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a dependable Receptionist to support daily front desk operations. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who enjoys creating a welcoming office environment while keeping administrative tasks organized and on track. The person in this role will serve as a key point of contact for visitors, staff, and vendors, helping the office run smoothly each day.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Welcome guests and employees in a courteous manner, provide direction, and ensure a positive arrival experience.</p><p>• Respond to incoming questions in person and by phone, offering accurate information or routing requests to the appropriate contact.</p><p>• Coordinate calendars by arranging appointments and meeting schedules while helping avoid conflicts and delays.</p><p>• Process incoming and outgoing mail, package deliveries, and courier requests with attention to timeliness and accuracy.</p><p>• Maintain shared office areas so they remain orderly, presentable, and ready for daily business activities.</p><p>• Track workplace supply levels, place replenishment orders, and organize stock to support uninterrupted office operations.</p><p>• Prepare meeting spaces in advance, including room setup and basic readiness checks for scheduled gatherings.</p><p>• Assist with organizing workplace events and provide logistical support for office activities as needed.</p>
  • 2026-06-26T00:00:00Z
Receptionist
  • Westwood, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 19 - 22 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced and dependable Receptionist to support daily front-desk operations for a marketing and public relations organization in Los Angeles, California. This Contract position is ideal for someone who enjoys creating a welcoming environment, managing administrative tasks with accuracy, and keeping office activity organized. The role requires strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle part-time reception responsibilities efficiently in a fast-paced setting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Welcome visitors and provide a detail-oriented first point of contact for clients, candidates, and staff entering the office.<br>• Answer incoming calls, direct inquiries to the appropriate team members, and relay messages accurately and promptly.<br>• Maintain the reception area so it remains neat, organized, and ready to receive guests throughout the day.<br>• Support routine administrative work such as scheduling, filing, data entry, and handling general office correspondence.<br>• Coordinate incoming and outgoing mail, deliveries, and packages while ensuring timely distribution.<br>• Assist with calendar updates, meeting arrangements, and other front-office tasks that help daily operations run smoothly.
  • 2026-07-15T00:00:00Z
Paralegal
  • Irvine, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Are you a litigation paralegal looking to join a respected trial firm where your contributions are valued, your growth is supported, and work-life balance is more than just a buzzword?</p><p>Our client, a highly regarded boutique trial firm in Orange County, is seeking a Discovery Paralegal with at least two years of litigation experience to join its collaborative and long-tenured team. The firm specializes in complex medical malpractice and healthcare-related litigation and offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced trial attorneys handling sophisticated, high-exposure matters.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Draft, propound, and respond to written discovery</li><li>Manage discovery deadlines and calendaring</li><li>Coordinate document collection, review, and production</li><li>Organize and maintain case files and litigation databases</li><li>Prepare subpoenas, deposition notices, and related materials</li><li>Summarize medical records and case-related documents</li><li>Assist attorneys with trial preparation, exhibits, witness files, and court filings</li><li>Communicate with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and vendors regarding discovery matters</li></ul><p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>Minimum 2+ years of civil litigation paralegal experience</li><li>Experience handling discovery from inception through trial preparation</li><li>Strong organizational skills and attention to detail</li><li>Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced litigation environment</li><li>Experience with medical malpractice, healthcare litigation, personal injury, or complex civil litigation is highly preferred</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office and litigation management software</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Benefits &amp; Perks</p><p>The firm is committed to investing in its employees and offers a competitive benefits package, including:</p><ul><li>80 hours of paid sick time annually</li><li>2 weeks of paid vacation (PTO)</li><li>13 paid holidays per year</li><li>Annual salary reviews and raises based on performance</li><li>Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage</li><li>Firm-paid core benefits</li><li>401(k) retirement plan</li><li>Hybrid remote work schedule</li><li>Long-tenured, collaborative team with exceptional employee retention</li><li>Opportunity for long-term career growth within a respected Orange County trial firm</li></ul><p>If you&#39;re looking for a stable opportunity with a respected Orange County trial firm that invests in its people, we&#39;d love to hear from you.</p><p>Submit resumes to Vice President Quidana Dove at quidana.dove&lt;at&gt;roberthalf.&lt;com&gt;</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-07-06T00:00:00Z
Paralegal
  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30.0865 - 34.837 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a skilled Personal Injury Plaintiff Paralegal to support a busy litigation practice in Beverly Hills, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative legal environment and enjoys guiding matters from initial intake through resolution. The role offers the chance to work closely with attorneys, clients, and court personnel while keeping complex case activity organized and on track.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee litigation files from opening through conclusion, ensuring each matter progresses according to deadlines and procedural requirements.</p><p>• Prepare, serve, and organize written discovery, including responses and supporting records needed for case development.</p><p>• Gather case details during client intake and help compile relevant facts, documents, and background information.</p><p>• Draft case management documents, court forms, and other filings for submission in California state courts.</p><p>• Coordinate electronic filing activities and confirm documents are properly submitted, served, and tracked.</p><p>• Support attorneys with correspondence related to meet and confer efforts and other litigation communications.</p><p>• Maintain calendars, monitor key dates, and keep case files accurate, current, and well organized.</p><p>• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, and court staff to facilitate day-to-day case progress.</p><p>• Provide broad litigation support, including document management and assistance with trial preparation as needed.</p>
  • 2026-06-30T00:00:00Z
Paralegal
  • Westwood, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 36.1 - 41.8 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Paralegal to support civil litigation matters for a Contract position based in Los Angeles, California. This role will assist attorneys through all stages of case progression, with a strong focus on document management, discovery coordination, court filings, and trial readiness. The ideal candidate brings solid experience in litigation support, communicates effectively with internal and external parties, and works confidently with case management systems in a fast-paced legal environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage litigation files and maintain organized case records using case management software to support accurate tracking of deadlines, filings, and matter status.<br>• Coordinate discovery activities by preparing, reviewing, and organizing document productions, responses, and related materials for civil litigation cases.<br>• Draft legal documents, correspondence, and other case-related materials for attorney review, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and alignment with procedural requirements.<br>• Prepare and submit electronic filings in both state and federal courts while monitoring filing confirmations and resolving submission issues as needed.<br>• Support trial preparation by assembling exhibits, witness materials, pleadings, and other documents required for hearings, depositions, and trial proceedings.<br>• Communicate with attorneys, court personnel, clients, and outside parties regarding scheduling, case updates, and document requests.<br>• Track litigation deadlines and procedural requirements to help ensure timely responses, filings, and case activity throughout the matter lifecycle.
  • 2026-07-08T00:00:00Z
Paralegal
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>A law firm with multiple offices throughout California and the East Coast is seeking a Litigation Paralegal for their Downtown LA or Orange County office. We have placed legal professionals at many offices for this firm!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Prepare for (and attend) trial, including assembling exhibits, witness lists, and jury instructions</li><li>Direct the e-discovery lifecycle, including platform administration, data integrity, and the review, redaction, and production of documents.</li><li>Review discovery materials, summarize depositions, and assist in drafting formal discovery responses.</li><li>Analyze medical and billing records to generate detailed page-and-line summaries and comparative charts.</li><li>Prepare subpoenas, gather expert witness information, and maintain professional communication with clients, counsel, and court personnel.</li></ul><p>We have made multiple placements at this firm! They have a corporate trainer, beautiful office, and practice high-end litigation!</p>
  • 2026-07-08T00:00:00Z
Paralegal
  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Paralegal to join a growing boutique lemon law litigation firm in Beverly Hills, California. This position supports attorneys with active casework in a hands-on legal environment that values collaboration, strong tenure, and meaningful litigation practice. The role is fully onsite and offers the opportunity to contribute to technically focused matters while working closely with a team-oriented group of legal professionals.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Support lemon law litigation matters from case intake through resolution by coordinating documents, deadlines, and case materials.<br>• Prepare written discovery responses and requests, while assisting attorneys with fact development and file analysis.<br>• Help draft motions, legal filings, and other litigation documents for attorney review and court submission.<br>• Collect, review, and organize records, correspondence, and evidence for production during discovery.<br>• Maintain accurate case files and update case management systems to keep litigation materials accessible and current.<br>• Assist with trial and hearing preparation by assembling exhibits, chronologies, and supporting documentation.<br>• Work across matters that may follow different procedural tracks, ensuring each case progresses according to applicable requirements and timelines.<br>• Coordinate with attorneys and support staff to keep litigation tasks moving efficiently in a collaborative office setting.
  • 2026-07-09T00:00:00Z
Office Services Associate
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 19 - 21 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Office Services Associate to support daily administrative and document service operations for a client site. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for someone with prior office support experience who enjoys delivering dependable service in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment. The role contributes to copy, mail, scanning, hospitality, reception, and related back-office functions while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and strong client service standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage incoming office service requests by reviewing job details, confirming instructions, and maintaining accurate service records.<br>• Complete copying, scanning, mail handling, and document intake tasks in line with site procedures and expected turnaround times.<br>• Organize work by urgency and delivery commitments to ensure assignments are processed efficiently and on schedule.<br>• Communicate proactively with clients and leadership regarding request status, deadlines, or issues that may affect completion.<br>• Resolve routine equipment and production problems and escalate more complex concerns when additional support is needed.<br>• Perform quality checks on completed work to confirm accuracy, presentation, and adherence to client expectations.<br>• Replenish paper, toner, and other operational supplies to keep equipment ready for continuous use.<br>• Handle confidential materials with discretion and follow company and client policies across all assigned services.<br>• Assist with additional front-of-house or workplace support needs, including reception, hospitality, or audio/visual coordination, as required.
  • 2026-07-01T00:00:00Z
Office Services Associate
  • Santa Monica, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 19.95 - 23.1 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Office Services Associate to support daily administrative operations for a client site in California. This contract position plays an important role in keeping copy, mail, scanning, and front-of-office support services running smoothly in both physical and digital environments. The ideal candidate is organized, service-minded, and comfortable managing multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and a strong workplace presence.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage incoming office service requests by recording work accurately, reviewing instructions, and confirming details before starting each assignment.<br>• Complete day-to-day copy, reprographics, mail, intake, and document handling tasks in accordance with established service standards and client expectations.<br>• Coordinate workload effectively to ensure assignments are processed in the right sequence and delivered within committed turnaround times.<br>• Communicate proactively with clients, team members, and leadership regarding deadlines, job status, or issues that could affect completion.<br>• Perform basic troubleshooting on office equipment and replenish paper, toner, and other supplies to keep machines ready for use.<br>• Review completed work for accuracy and quality, while helping uphold consistent standards across team output.<br>• Handle sensitive materials with discretion and follow company and client policies related to confidentiality, security, and workplace procedures.<br>• Support additional site services such as reception, hospitality, audio/visual assistance, or other administrative tasks as business needs require.<br>• Lift and move boxes, paper, and mail items as needed, including materials up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.<br>• Use equipment and office resources responsibly to promote efficient operations and cost-conscious service delivery.
  • 2026-07-15T00:00:00Z
Legal Assistant (Corporate M&A + Trial)
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong><u>CORPORATE M&amp;A LEGAL ASSISTANT - COSTA MESA</u></strong></p><p>A highly respected international law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support their corporate M&amp;A practice. M&amp;A experience is required. <strong><em><u>Please do not apply if you have not worked on mergers &amp; acquisitions in the past.</u></em></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>This role is 4 days on site in Costa Mesa, 1 day remote.</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and organize M&amp;A signature packets</li><li>Assist with compiling and distributing transaction documents</li><li>Format complex corporate documents, including tables of contents using Styles</li><li>Support attorneys and paralegals on corporate transactions</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Compensation &amp; Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Base salary: $90,000 - $125,000</li><li>Discretionary year-end bonus</li><li>Medical, dental, and vision coverage</li><li>401(k) with employer match</li><li>Three weeks of PTO, no accrual</li><li>Ten paid holidays plus a paid volunteer day</li><li>Supportive team environment, strong administrative resources, and long-term career stability with many employees holding lengthy tenures.</li></ul>
  • 2026-07-10T00:00:00Z
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