We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join our team in Los Angeles, California. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic legal environment, specializing in areas such as toxic torts, construction defects, and general liability insurance defense. The ideal candidate will thrive in a hybrid work setting and contribute to high-quality legal support for attorneys across various cases.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage assigned caseloads while collaborating with multiple attorneys to ensure timely and accurate legal support.<br>• Draft discovery responses, including preparing initial templates and incorporating information provided by attorneys and adjusters.<br>• Organize trial preparation materials, including exhibits, witness lists, and trial binders.<br>• Prepare legal pleadings and other court documents to support case progress.<br>• Conduct thorough document reviews to identify key information and ensure compliance.<br>• Assist with electronic filing in both state and federal courts, ensuring adherence to filing requirements.<br>• Utilize document management systems effectively to organize and retrieve case files.<br>• Track billable hours using tools like Aderant and iTimekeep to meet annual requirements.<br>• Provide backup support for administrative tasks to maintain seamless office operations.
We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join a boutique litigation firm in Los Angeles, California. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with skilled attorneys on sophisticated business litigation cases, with occasional white-collar criminal defense matters. The firm provides a collaborative and supportive environment, offering hybrid flexibility and competitive compensation.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage a diverse caseload while working directly with multiple partners to ensure timely and accurate case progress.<br>• Draft and prepare discovery responses, including creating shells and integrating information provided by attorneys or adjustors.<br>• Develop and organize trial documents, pleadings, and other essential legal materials.<br>• Conduct thorough document reviews to support litigation needs.<br>• Provide backup support for electronic filings in both state and federal courts.<br>• Assist with calendaring deadlines and managing case schedules to ensure compliance with court requirements.<br>• Collaborate effectively with legal assistants and other staff members to maintain smooth operations.<br>• Utilize case management software to organize and track case details efficiently.<br>• Ensure all legal documentation is prepared and filed in accordance with regulatory standards.
<p>Our client, a <strong>nationally recognized litigation firm</strong>, is seeking an experienced <strong>Litigation Paralegal</strong> to join its team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a highly regarded group of trial attorneys on sophisticated matters in both <strong>federal and state court</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p>This Litigation Paralegal offers hybrid remote flexibility, work/life balance, no billable requirement!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Support attorneys through all phases of <strong>complex litigation</strong>, including case management, discovery, trial preparation, and filings</li><li>Draft, review, and organize legal documents, pleadings, and exhibits</li><li>Manage large document productions and coordinate with outside vendors as needed</li><li>Prepare deposition summaries, trial binders, and court filings (electronic and paper)</li><li>Communicate effectively with clients, experts, and opposing counsel</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>5+ years of litigation experience</strong> in a law firm setting (federal and state court required)</li><li>Strong knowledge of <strong>complex commercial litigation</strong> procedures and discovery rules</li><li>Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management skills</li><li>Proficiency with litigation support tools and document management systems</li><li>Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate preferred</li></ul><p><strong>Details:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Highly competitive compensation and benefits package</strong></li><li><strong>Top law firm environment</strong> with a strong reputation for trial excellence</li><li><strong>Flexible / remote work options</strong> available</li></ul><p>If you or someone in your network would like to learn more about this opportunity, please reach out confidentially to <strong>Qui Dove at Quidana.Dove< at >RobertHalf.< com ></strong></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join an established legal team in Westlake Village, California. This role focuses on trust administration and probate, requiring strong organizational skills and attention to detail. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment and be comfortable managing multiple ongoing matters efficiently.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>• Handle trust administration and probate cases, ensuring timely and accurate completion of all required tasks.</p><p>• Prepare and file necessary legal documents, including Form 706, to support post-death trust administration.</p><p>• Monitor the progress of active cases, ensuring no matters are left stagnant and deadlines are met.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to streamline case management and reduce stress for clients.</p><p>• Maintain meticulous records for all open cases, tracking updates and ensuring compliance with legal requirements.</p><p>• Ensure billable hour requirements are met, contributing to the firm's operational goals.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with clients and other stakeholders to address inquiries and provide updates.</p><p>• Assist in maintaining a positive, organized workflow in a small office setting.</p><p>• Provide support in managing the firm’s trust and estate matters, which include approximately 200 active cases.</p><p>• Work closely with the principal and support staff to achieve firm objectives.</p>
<p><strong>Entry-Level Paralegal: Family Law Firm (100% onsite)</strong></p><p><br></p><p>A well-established family law firm is currently looking for a Paralegal to enhance its team. The ideal Paralegal will have a paralegal certificate from an ABA-accredited school and an interest in family law OR 2+ years of family law experience and a paralegal certificate.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Propounding and responding to discovery</li><li>Calendaring deadlines</li><li>Preparing petitions, disclosures, and other legal documents</li><li>Handling court filings</li><li>Assisting in trial preparation</li></ul><p>This Paralegal will have a yearly billable target of 1200 hours. The work hours for this paralegal role are 8 am to 5 pm.</p><p><br></p><p>The firm is offering this Paralegal a competitive salary package. Benefits include 100% employer-paid medical/dental/vision, 401k with an employer match, paid vacation, sick time, and paid holidays!</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration for this exciting Family Law Paralegal opportunity, please send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin< at >RobertHalf.< com ></p>
<p><strong>Mid-Level Litigation Paralegal Opportunity – Top-Tier Trial Firm</strong></p><p><br></p><p>A highly regarded litigation firm is seeking a skilled <strong>Mid-Level Litigation Paralegal</strong> to join its dynamic team. With over 40 attorneys, this firm is known for handling complex, high-stakes litigation and boasts a founder ranked among the nation’s top trial lawyers.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Paralegals: Why Join This Firm?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Paralegals are integral to case strategy meetings</strong> – you will have a voice at the table.</li><li><strong>Hybrid work model</strong> – primarily remote, but must be available to commute in for key litigation events (trial prep, trial, depositions).</li><li><strong>Stable and supportive environment</strong> – virtually no turnover among support staff.</li><li><strong>Premium workplace amenities</strong> – onsite gym, stocked kitchen with meals, smoothies, and kombucha, plus breakfast and lunch provided.</li><li><strong>Convenient commute perks</strong> – Uber rides to work or parking covered.</li></ul><p><strong>Paralegal Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Draft pleadings, perform legal research, manage discovery, and conduct document review.</li><li>Prepare deposition summaries, hearing binders, and assist in all phases of trial preparation.</li><li>Attend trial as the "hot seat" paralegal, ensuring seamless presentation of evidence.</li><li>Work on cases from inception to resolution rather than being assigned to a specific attorney.</li><li>Collaborate with attorneys on case strategy and execution.</li></ul><p><strong>7.5 hour day</strong></p><p><br></p><p>come into LA office 1 day/week</p><p><br></p><p>TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]</p>
<p><strong>High-End Real Estate Law Firm Group Seeks Litigation Paralegal</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Firm & Position:</strong></p><p>A highly regarded <strong>boutique litigation firm</strong> based on the Westside of Los Angeles is seeking a <strong>Litigation Paralegal</strong> to support a sophisticated real estate litigation practice. This firm represents prominent real estate developers and property owners in complex disputes and is known for receiving a steady stream of referral work from leading transactional practices. The team is intentionally lean, collaborative, and stable, with a strong emphasis on mentorship and long-term growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Litigation Paralegal Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and manage <strong>state court filings</strong>, including e-filing and service of process</li><li>Maintain detailed <strong>litigation calendaring</strong> and deadline tracking</li><li>Assist with all phases of <strong>discovery</strong>, including document management and responses</li><li>Support attorneys with <strong>trial preparation</strong>, including exhibits, binders, and coordination</li></ul><p><strong>Hours:</strong></p><ul><li>Full-time <strong>40-hour work week</strong></li><li>Onsite position</li></ul><p><strong>Perks:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Sophisticated real estate litigation work</strong> with direct exposure to high-value matters</li><li><strong>Low-turnover environment</strong> with a collegial, mentorship-oriented culture</li><li>We’ve placed multiple professionals with this firm — <strong>all are still there and happy</strong></li><li>Opportunity to work closely with partners who are well-connected and invested in developing their team</li></ul><p><strong>Salary:</strong></p><ul><li>$85,000–$125,000 (DOE)</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>Full benefits package</li><li>Bonus eligibility</li></ul><p><br></p><p>TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]</p>
<p><strong><u>Mid-Sized Firm Seeks Litigation Paralegal</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Firm & Position:</strong></p><p>This minority-owned, highly respected regional litigation firm is known for its diverse practice spanning labor and employment, real estate development, environmental compliance, redevelopment, public agency law, construction law, premises liability, tort litigation, and legislative advocacy. The in-office environment is collegial, friendly, and genuinely family-oriented with a true open-door culture. Attorneys and staff regularly participate in community initiatives and professional networking events, including charitable legal programs and fundraising efforts.</p><p><br></p><p>The <strong>Litigation Paralegal</strong> will play a critical role in managing discovery, deposition preparation, and trial preparation in a collaborative environment where paralegals are valued members of the litigation strategy team.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Litigation Paralegal Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare detailed medical chronologies and billing summaries</li><li>Summarize depositions and prepare deposition digests</li><li>Coordinate and schedule depositions for parties, witnesses, and medical experts</li><li>Prepare and issue deposition notices, amended notices, subpoenas, and notices to consumers</li><li>Maintain records acquisition logs for tracking purposes</li><li>Prepare, file, and serve litigation documents including jury instructions, exhibit lists, witness lists, and trial subpoenas</li><li>Utilize NetDocs and Coyote for document management and billing support</li></ul><p><strong>Hours:</strong></p><p> 8:30am–5:00pm or 9:00am–5:30pm | 40-hour work week. Overtime is rare.</p><p><strong>Perks:</strong></p><ul><li>Hybrid schedule after initial 60-day training period (2 days onsite / 3 remote)</li><li>Collegial, respectful, and supportive office culture with very low turnover</li><li>Opportunities to attend networking and community fundraising events</li><li>Minority-owned firm with strong community involvement</li><li>We have successfully placed legal professionals with this firm who value the positive environment</li></ul><p><strong>Salary:</strong></p><p> $85,000–$105,000</p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><p> Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO</p><p><br></p><p><strong>TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]</strong></p>
<p>A business litigation, real estate, and employment defense firm in Sherman Oaks has partnered with Robert Half Legal in their search for a contract Legal Secretary. This is a high-end, mid-sized firm looking for a sharp and skilled legal assistant who is comfortable supporting attorneys handling complex legal matters.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Supporting 2-3 attorneys</li><li>Handling calendaring (Outlook)</li><li>Assist with court e-filings (Federal and State)</li><li>Document formatting (Prolaw) and TOA’s & TOC’s</li><li>Assist with Discovery</li></ul><p><strong>Details:</strong></p><ul><li>4 days in office, 1 day work from</li><li>Hours: 8:30am - 5:30pm</li><li>Contract - covering a 4+ month leave</li><li>Starts in February</li></ul>
<p><strong>Real Estate Law Firm Seeks Onsite Legal Assistant (will train on practice area)</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Firm & Position:</strong></p><p>A well-regarded boutique transactional real estate law firm in Century City is seeking a <strong>Legal Assistant</strong> to support a fast-paced, high-volume practice. This firm works behind the scenes on sophisticated commercial real estate financing matters for major law-firm clients nationwide. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Legal Assistant Responsibilities:</strong></p><p> • Support attorneys handling commercial real estate financing transactions and related opinion letter work.</p><p> • Manage a high volume of active matters simultaneously, often with compressed timelines.</p><p> • Process and track comments and deliverables from lender’s counsel and law-firm clients.</p><p> • Prepare and maintain “items needed” lists, draft final opinion packages, and ensure completeness prior to delivery.</p><p> • Review and organize transactional documents, including entity formation and governance records (LLC agreements, LP agreements, certificates of formation, authorizations, etc.).</p><p> • Handle administrative components of transactions, including daily outgoing shipments (FedEx).</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Hours:</strong></p><p> • 40-hour workweek</p><p> • 100% onsite in Century City</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Perks:</strong></p><p> • Sophisticated transactional real estate work supporting large, high-profile deals.</p><p> • Excellent training with a clear path for growth into a paralegal role over time.</p><p> • Close-knit, collaborative office environment with low turnover.</p><p> • Stable firm with a strong reputation in the real estate legal community.</p><p> • We’ve placed multiple <strong>Legal Assistants</strong> and attorneys with this firm — all are still there and happy, including one <strong>Legal Assistant</strong> who was promoted to paralegal.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong></p><p> • $60,000–$85,000 DOE</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><p> • 100% employer-paid medical coverage for employee and dependents</p><p> • Two weeks PTO</p><p> • 401(k) eligibility after one year</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em><u>TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]</u></em></strong></p>
<p>A well-known organization within the entertainment industry is seeking a Litigation Assistant to work on litigation matter. This job requires being in West LA 3x/week. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities of Role</u>: </strong></p><ul><li>Court filings and service – mostly state, some federal (Pacer).</li><li>Client intake – first point of contact for writers calling in, so basic fact gathering, issue-spotting and obtaining things like their contract (and turning writers away for irrelevant cases such as copyright issues). </li><li>Exhibit binders for arbitration, hearings, or trial. Litigation Assistants sit in on arbitrations on Zoom and will screen share those exhibits </li><li>Disbursements of funds (telling Finance department on who to pay what)</li><li>Software: Excel (formulas + pivot tables) is a nice-to-have but not to have + Legal Files software.</li></ul><p><strong><u>Details of Role</u></strong>:</p><ul><li><u>Hours</u>: 9-5:30 or 9:30-6, candidate can pick. OT is occasional before an arbitration, prepping exhibits.</li><li><u>Profile that would be a fit</u>:</li><li>Mission-driven (union background or public interest would be great) who want to work for humans not large corporation. </li><li>Calm on the phone (ability to screen </li><li>Someone who wants to be a legal assistant, not necessarily climb the corporate ladder. This job does not have immediate promotion abilities. </li></ul>
<p>A national law firm is seeking an <strong>IP Legal Assistant</strong>, with a focus on <strong>patent prosecution (prior experience in this practice area is a must-have)</strong>. This firm boasts a 7.5 hour work day, beautiful renovated office with snacks, and we have placed 5 legal assistants here in the last two years - all are super happy!</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities of Role</u>: </strong></p><p>§ Preparing and filing new patent (and occasional trademark) applications and associated documents (application data sheets, inventor declarations, powers of attorney, information disclosure statements, preliminary amendments, office action responses, and appeals) with the USPTO</p><p>· Ensure all three elements of the patent application is correct (such as claims set)</p><p>· Current volume of filings is anywhere from 5 per day to less than 1</p><p>§ Creating shells for attorneys (such as for office action responses)</p><p>§ Docketing – the department exists in Phoenix, but this person will do backup calendaring for attorneys in Outlook or Excel (and reminding them of deadlines)</p><p>§ Searching IP databases (such as the USPTO, TEAS, TARR, WIPO, and foreign patent offices – like Japan, Australia, Canada, and the EU).</p><p>· Software: Anaqua, NetDocs, inTapp, iTimekeeper, CPi, AMS, Adobe (bate stamping/labeling, signatures, page numbers). They are paperless.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Soft Skills</u></strong>:</p><p>o Ability to multitask and jump from one thing to another.</p><p>o Extremely high attention to detail. Should be able to catch if the partner misses a detail such as inventor name/filing deadline.</p><p>o Someone who takes direction well. Ideally, they’d say, “I’ve done this before, but how does your team do it?” Must have a learner mentality.</p><p>o Someone who is not a social butterfly, but is drama free!</p><p>o Someone who is not on their phone during the workday. < -- <em>if you know this is you please do not apply; it will not be tolerated.</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Perks of Firm</u></strong>:</p><p>· The IP attorneys are approachable, polite, and a congenial group.</p><p>· The Sr. legal assistant in the IP group, is a great trainer and has been with the firm for 22 years. She’s been doing IP for 30. Many staff have strong tenure!</p><p>· High level of respect for staff, no micromanaging, no drama.</p><p>· Firm prioritizes pro bono work, and partner closely with nonprofits.</p><p>· The firm administrator offers 1:1 career coaching.</p>
<p>Robert Half Legal is partnering with a boutique law firm founded by attorneys from leading national and international firms, specializing in corporate, real estate, entertainment, and complex litigation, to hire a Litigation Legal Secretary for a four-month, hybrid contract covering leave, starting immediately.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage all aspects of electronic and hard copy court filings for State, Federal, and Appellate cases.</li><li>Schedule, coordinate, and confirm meetings, court dates, remote appearances, and depositions.</li><li>Initiate conflict checks, compile party information, and support drafting of engagement letters.</li><li>Create document shells and organize exhibits for discovery, pleadings, and trial prep.</li><li>Maintain master service lists, case captions, and logs for deposition exhibits in Excel.</li><li>Conduct basic research and pull documents from Westlaw, court dockets, and manage case files.</li><li>Format, redline, and upload large documents using macros, Microsoft Office, and NetDocuments.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Attorney/Lawyer to join our team in Los Angeles, California. This is a long-term contract position offering a dynamic opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of our construction division services. The role involves strategic outreach, client relationship management, and procedural advising, with occasional travel required.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and implement strategies to expand services through partnerships with law firms and industry professionals.<br>• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, representing the organization at industry events and meetings.<br>• Oversee daily case management activities, including fee collection and accurate data tracking.<br>• Provide guidance to arbitrators on procedural and administrative matters.<br>• Recruit, evaluate, and maintain a panel of professionals with relevant experience.<br>• Ensure all operations comply with confidentiality requirements and industry standards.<br>• Travel periodically, approximately 15% of the time, to support client and organizational needs.
<p>We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join an established defense firm in downtown Los Angeles. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with strong experience in insurance defense and personal injury cases who can effectively manage legal documentation and court filings. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to supporting attorneys with exceptional organizational and administrative skills.</p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half has made successful placements at this firm!</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>• Prepare and manage legal documents, including tables of authorities (TOAs), tables of contents (TOCs), and trial-related materials.</p><p>• Handle e-filing processes in state and federal courts, with emphasis on appellate e-filing.</p><p>• Coordinate and maintain accurate calendaring for court dates, deadlines, and meetings.</p><p>• Assist with trial preparation by organizing exhibits, documents, and other necessary materials.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with clients and insurance carriers to address inquiries and provide updates.</p><p>• Support attorneys with traditional legal secretary duties, ensuring smooth operations in the office.</p><p>• Collaborate with paralegals and other staff to ensure thorough handling of cases.</p><p>• Adapt to flexible working hours with options for varied start and end times.</p><p>• Maintain a high level of confidentiality and attention to detail in all tasks.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join a General Practitioner on a long-term contract basis in Encino, California. This position requires a proactive, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is adept at managing a heavy workload. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in civil litigation and be proficient in dictation, document preparation, and e-filing tasks.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage daily calendar activities, including scheduling hearings, appointments, and deadlines.</p><p>• Prepare and format legal documents with precision, ensuring all requirements are met.</p><p>• Handle e-filing processes for court submissions and maintain accurate filing records.</p><p>• Perform dictation and transcription tasks efficiently to support attorneys.</p><p>• Monitor deadlines and court schedules to ensure timely submissions.</p><p>• Provide administrative support, including answering calls, drafting correspondence, and managing office supplies.</p><p>• Assist with civil litigation tasks, including research and document reviews.</p>
<p>Robert Half is looking for a dedicated Litigation Legal Secretary to join our client on a long-term contract basis in Costa Mesa, California. You will be supporting multiple labor and employment partners in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage legal calendars and deadlines using tools such as Compulaw or similar software, ensuring timely filings and compliance.</p><p>• Handle e-filing processes for both state and federal courts with accuracy and efficiency.</p><p>• Prepare for trials by organizing documents and coordinating logistics.</p><p>• Open and maintain legal case files, ensuring all records are up-to-date and accessible.</p><p>• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to ensure smooth workflow and communication.</p><p>• Assist in scheduling and calendaring key dates for litigation and labor/employment cases.</p><p>• Support legal document preparation, including formatting and proofreading.</p>
