61 Results for Administrative Assistant Jobs in Lake Forest, CA

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Receptionist

Arcadia, CA
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Temporary / Contract
20 - 22 USD / Hourly
We currently have an opening for an articulate, skilled Receptionist. In this role, you will greet visitors, handle incoming calls and perform general administrative duties. Proficient Receptionists will also assist other administrative staff with overflow work, including word processing, data entry and Internet research tasks.Receptionists with 1 or more years of experience managing multi-line phone systems (15+ lines) looking for new opportunities should apply today. Excellent career opportunity for a career-minded Receptionist with a strong desire to succeed! This is opportunity is available exclusively through Robert Half. For immediate consideration email your resume and call 626.463.2031· Answer and direct phone calls in a polite and friendly manner· Welcome visitors in a warm and friendly manner, and answer any questions visitors have· Maintain reception area and all common areas in a clean and tidy manner at all times· Operate standard office equipment on a regular basis, including a fax machine, a copy machine, and a computer· Keep detailed and accurate records of visitor requests and of calls received· Receive deliveries; sort and distribute incoming mail· Take inventory of supplies and restock as needed· Maintain the general office filing system
2026-11-04T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Newport Beach, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a paralegal to support a busy plaintiff-side personal injury practice in Newport Beach, California. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to matters ranging from straightforward pre-litigation claims to complex injury cases, while working closely with attorneys, clients, and a collaborative support team. The position is well suited for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing litigation tasks across multiple stages of a case. Responsibilities:• Manage plaintiff personal injury files through different phases of litigation, ensuring deadlines, filings, and case materials remain organized and current.• Prepare and coordinate written discovery, including drafting responses, gathering supporting information from clients, and serving discovery requests on opposing parties.• Assist with the preparation, filing, and service of pleadings, motions, and other litigation documents in accordance with court procedures.• Support trial readiness by organizing exhibits, compiling case materials, and assisting attorneys with pre-trial preparation activities.• Maintain litigation calendars and monitor key deadlines by applying knowledge of California state and federal court rules.• Review medical, billing, and case-related records to create concise summaries, chronologies, and damage-related overviews as needed.• Communicate with clients to collect documents, clarify case information, and help keep matters moving efficiently.• Use case management and office software to track progress, draft documents, and support day-to-day litigation operations.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Los Angeles, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
A large national law firm is seeking a Trial Paralegal with 5+ years of civil litigation experience. The ideal paralegal will have experience with trial prep and attending trial. This paralegal will work on commercial litigation matters and handle discovery, eDiscovery (Relativity), legal research, trial preparation, and trial attendance. A true team player who can come in and hit the ground running is a must! If you are a strong Trial Paralegal seeking to join a high-achieving team, this might be the perfect position for you, so apply today! The firm is VERY flexible, and the paralegal can work mostly remote. The paralegal will only need to go in the Downtown LA office for trial preparation. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, 401K, profit sharing, paid time off, paid holidays, and more! For immediate consideration for this exciting litigation paralegal opportunity, please send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin<at>RobertHalf.<com>
2026-10-27T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Los Angeles, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities:• Manage a diverse caseload while working directly with multiple partners to ensure timely and accurate case progress.• Draft and prepare discovery responses, including creating shells and integrating information provided by attorneys or adjustors.• Develop and organize trial documents, pleadings, and other essential legal materials.• Conduct thorough document reviews to support litigation needs.• Provide backup support for electronic filings in both state and federal courts.• Assist with calendaring deadlines and managing case schedules to ensure compliance with court requirements.• Collaborate effectively with legal assistants and other staff members to maintain smooth operations.• Utilize case management software to organize and track case details efficiently.• Ensure all legal documentation is prepared and filed in accordance with regulatory standards.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Costa Mesa, CA
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Temporary / Contract
31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join a collaborative legal team in Costa Mesa, California on a Long-term Contract basis. In this role, you will help keep legal operations organized and efficient by supporting litigation activity, contract processes, claims coordination, and matter administration. This opportunity offers broad exposure to in-house legal work within a fast-moving business environment and regular interaction with legal, operational, and external partners. Responsibilities: • Oversee the progress of litigation, claims, and other legal matters from initial intake through final resolution, ensuring accurate documentation and timely follow-up. • Organize and maintain contracts, legal records, and related materials while supporting smooth day-to-day workflow across the legal department. • Monitor important dates, legal budgets, invoices, and outside counsel spending to help the team stay aligned with deadlines and cost expectations. • Maintain and update matter management tools, legal databases, and standardized templates to support consistent recordkeeping and reporting. • Assist with trademark support, corporate documentation, and contract administration tasks across a variety of legal matters. • Work closely with internal business partners, external law firms, and third-party vendors to coordinate information, documents, and next steps. • Support litigation preparation activities by gathering files, organizing case materials, and helping ensure readiness for discovery and trial-related needs.
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Carlsbad, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
27.7115 - 32.087 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Paralegal/Legal Secretary to join a busy legal practice in California on a Long-term Contract basis. This permanent opportunity supports a plaintiff-side construction defect practice where many matters are resolved before trial, requiring someone who can keep cases moving efficiently through pre-litigation, arbitration, and active litigation stages. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage deadlines and legal support tasks with minimal supervision in a small-firm setting. Responsibilities:• Oversee case schedules by tracking court dates, filing deadlines, and procedural requirements to help matters progress without delay.• Prepare, finalize, and submit legal documents through electronic filing systems in both state and federal courts.• Arrange and coordinate key case events, including hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and meetings with expert witnesses.• Support pre-litigation activity by organizing case materials, assisting with settlement preparation, and monitoring next steps.• Review, sort, and maintain document productions so records remain accurate, accessible, and ready for attorney review.• Serve as a point of contact for clients, opposing counsel, experts, and outside service providers regarding case-related logistics and updates.• Maintain well-organized physical and digital case files while ensuring day-to-day litigation support needs are handled promptly.• Assist with knowledge transfer and cross-training activities associated with the transition of responsibilities within the practice.
2026-11-04T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Irvine, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Paralegal to support a busy litigation practice in Irvine, California. This permanent opportunity is well suited for someone with at least three years of experience who is confident managing case materials, preparing litigation documents, and assisting attorneys through all phases of civil matters. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in construction defect and/or insurance defense work, along with excellent organizational judgment, legal writing ability, and technical proficiency. Responsibilities: • Support attorneys in civil litigation matters by organizing case files, tracking deadlines, and maintaining accurate records throughout the life of each case. • Prepare, revise, and file legal documents such as pleadings, discovery requests and responses, motions, and other case-related materials. • Conduct legal and factual research to assist with case strategy, motion practice, and ongoing matter development. • Create page-line summaries, assemble exhibits, and help coordinate materials needed for hearings, depositions, mediations, and trial. • Assist with drafting motions in limine and other pretrial documents while ensuring compliance with court rules and filing requirements. • Use case management and office software to manage correspondence, calendars, document production, and litigation workflows efficiently. • Collaborate with attorneys and internal team members to support timely case progression and high-quality client service. • Meet billable work expectations and contribute consistently to a fast-paced litigation environment, with eligibility for a monthly bonus tied to approved billed hours. • Work primarily on-site in Irvine, California, with the option to work from home one designated day per week, subject to team guidelines and advance approval for any changes.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Los Angeles, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced PI paralegal to join a growing personal injury law firm in Ktown. This role focuses on litigation support and offers the opportunity to take ownership of substantive case work while collaborating closely with attorneys and a senior paralegal. The position begins onsite to support onboarding and team integration, with the possibility of a hybrid schedule after an initial ramp-up period. Responsibilities:• Manage a litigation caseload in partnership with assigned attorneys, supporting personal injury matters from early case development through trial preparation.• Prepare substantive legal documents such as complaints, motions, discovery requests, and discovery responses with strong attention to detail and deadlines.• Review client treatment progress and medical-related case activity to help keep matters moving forward effectively.• Maintain consistent communication with clients, providing updates, answering questions, and helping ensure they remain engaged in the legal process.• Coordinate with internal support staff, including records and calendaring personnel, to keep case files organized and litigation timelines on track.• Use case management and productivity tools, including CasePeer, Microsoft Office, and Teams, to document activity and manage workflow.• Assist with trial preparation and other advanced litigation tasks as cases progress toward resolution.• Work under the guidance of assigned attorneys and the senior paralegal while contributing independently to day-to-day case advancement.
2026-11-06T00:00:00Z

Office Services Associate

Los Angeles, CA
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Temporary / Contract
19 - 20 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Office Services Associate to support daily back-office operations and provide high-quality service to internal and client-facing teams. This is a Contract position suited for someone who thrives in a fast-moving work setting and can balance administrative support, document handling, and service coordination with accuracy and discretion. The ideal candidate brings strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to keep multiple workflows moving efficiently while maintaining a dependable presence. Responsibilities: • Coordinate day-to-day office support activities across functions such as copy and print services, mail handling, document intake, reception, hospitality, and other administrative service areas as needed. • Guide workflow for assigned service lines by prioritizing incoming requests, distributing tasks effectively, and helping ensure deadlines are met in a busy environment. • Produce, scan, copy, and organize physical and electronic documents with close attention to quality, completeness, and confidentiality. • Support mailroom operations by receiving, sorting, distributing, and processing inbound and outbound deliveries in a timely and accurate manner. • Assist with front-desk and phone coverage, including answering a multi-line phone system, directing inquiries, and providing courteous assistance to employees and visitors. • Monitor service standards and help reinforce established procedures, policy compliance, and consistent execution of office processes among team members. • Handle sensitive business materials with discretion while maintaining organized records and dependable administrative support across departments. • Identify service issues, resolve routine operational problems independently, and escalate more complex matters when additional leadership support is needed.
2026-11-09T00:00:00Z

Estate Planning Legal Assistant

Irvine, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
Established full-service, mid-sized firm seeks a Legal Assistant to join its Estate Planning department! This Estate Planning Legal Assistant will communicate with clients, draft estate planning documents, schedule and calendar meetings, and perform various general administrative tasks. This legal assistant will join an Estate Planning department with 2 other legal assistants and 4 paralegals. This Legal Assistant must live in and be able to commute to Irvine, CA. Benefits include medical, life insurance, FSA, 401K, profit sharing, paid vacation, paid sick days, paid holidays, and more! For immediate consideration for this exciting Estate Planning Legal Assistant opportunity, please send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin<at>RobertHalf.<com>
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant (Corporate M&A + Trial)

Costa Mesa, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
CORPORATE M&A LEGAL ASSISTANT - COSTA MESAA highly respected international law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support their corporate M&A practice. M&A experience is required. Please do not apply if you have not worked on mergers & acquisitions in the past. This role is 4 days on site in Costa Mesa, 1 day remote. Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and organize M&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> Compensation + Benefits<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>
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

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