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72 results for Entry Level Legal Secretary in Fairfield, CA
- Oakland, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 95000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for a skilled Litigation Legal Secretary to join our dynamic legal team in Oakland, California. In this role, you will provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to attorneys across various practice areas. The ideal candidate will excel in managing legal documentation, maintaining organization, and ensuring seamless communication within a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, format, and revise legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and forms based on handwritten drafts, notes, or dictation.<br>• Proofread legal materials thoroughly to ensure accuracy in spelling, grammar, and formatting.<br>• Handle electronic court filings in both state and federal courts with precision and efficiency.<br>• Manage scheduling and calendaring for meetings, depositions, hearings, and other legal events.<br>• Provide legal calendaring support to track deadlines and court dates.<br>• Assist attorneys with special projects and general administrative tasks as needed.<br>• Facilitate the opening and closing of legal matters with attention to detail.<br>• Compare, edit, and finalize documents using document comparison software to produce redlined versions.<br>• Collaborate with attorneys to complete complex assignments under tight deadlines.
- 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z
- Oakland, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our team in Oakland, California. This role requires someone who excels in supporting litigation processes, managing schedules, and handling legal documentation with precision. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and capable of working collaboratively in a hybrid work environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Handle electronic filing (e-filing) with courts, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.<br>• Manage manual calendaring tasks, including tracking deadlines and scheduling court appearances.<br>• Conduct conflict checks to ensure compliance and avoid scheduling conflicts.<br>• Prepare and format legal documents, including tables of authorities (TOAs) and tables of contents (TOCs).<br>• Collaborate with attorneys to facilitate smooth litigation processes and provide administrative support.<br>• Maintain accurate records of legal proceedings and filings.<br>• Coordinate trial preparation tasks when required, supporting attorneys with necessary documentation and logistics.<br>• Communicate effectively with court personnel and other legal professionals to resolve filing issues.<br>• Assist with dictation tasks and transcription as needed.
- 2026-11-10T00:00:00Z
- Oakland, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 38 - 44 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to provide immediate on-site support for a busy legal team in Oakland, California that handles plaintiff-side personal injury matters. This contract-to-hire position is ideal for someone who can keep case activity organized, manage deadlines accurately, and handle court-related filings with confidence. The role will primarily assist attorneys with day-to-day administrative and legal support, including work that may involve personal injury matters.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Prepare, review, and submit legal documents through electronic filing systems in accordance with court deadlines and procedural requirements.</p><p>• Maintain attorney calendars by tracking hearings, filing dates, appointments, and other critical case milestones.</p><p>• Coordinate court filings and related documentation to help ensure matters move forward efficiently and on schedule.</p><p>• Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys by organizing case materials, correspondence, and records.</p><p>• Monitor deadlines and follow up on time-sensitive tasks to support accurate and timely case management.</p><p>• Communicate professionally with courts, clients, and internal team members regarding scheduling and document handling.</p><p>• Assist with legal matters that may include personal injury cases, depending on team needs and assignment priorities </p>
- 2026-11-05T00:00:00Z
- Santa Rosa, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 75000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to support litigation attorneys in a fast-paced services environment in California. This role is ideal for someone who brings strong organizational skills, excellent written communication, and a sharp eye for detail to legal administrative work. The position involves managing critical deadlines, preparing court-related documents, and helping attorneys stay organized and responsive throughout the litigation process.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate attorney calendars, schedule meetings, and track important court dates and filing deadlines.<br>• Prepare, format, and submit legal documents through electronic court filing systems in accordance with court rules.<br>• Review correspondence, pleadings, and other legal materials for accuracy, grammar, and formatting before distribution or filing.<br>• Transcribe dictated notes, legal content, and attorney instructions into clear and accurate documents.<br>• Maintain organized case files and ensure records, pleadings, and supporting materials are updated and easy to retrieve.<br>• Communicate with courts, clients, and internal team members regarding scheduling, filings, and document requirements.<br>• Provide day-to-day administrative support to litigation attorneys to help move matters forward efficiently.
- 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z
- Emeryville, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 90000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
- <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>
- 2026-10-20T00:00:00Z
- San Francisco, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 34 - 38 USD / Hourly
- <p>Robert Half is working with a reputable law firm seeking a Legal Secretary to support a Managing Partner in a busy litigation practice. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for a highly organized professional who can manage multiple priorities, work independently, and deliver accurate, high-quality work in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and interested in a long-term opportunity with growth potential.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Provide high-level administrative and litigation support to a Managing Partner.</li><li>Prepare, edit, and proofread legal correspondence, letters, and other documents.</li><li>Manage attorney time entry and billing submissions.</li><li>Review, organize, and process documents using legal practice management systems, including Prevail.</li><li>Coordinate attorney calendars, deadlines, and daily workflow.</li><li>Maintain organized files and handle confidential information with discretion.</li><li>Prioritize and manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Take ownership of tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.</li><li>Ensure all work product is accurate, professional, and completed in a timely manner.</li></ul>
- 2026-11-03T00:00:00Z
- Sacramento, CA
- remote
- Temporary / Contract
- 30 - 40 USD / Hourly
- <p>About the Role</p><p>We are seeking a detail-oriented Legal Intake Specialist / Legal Secretary to support our legal team on a long-term contract basis. This role is focused on managing the intake of legal requests, ensuring every matter is properly documented, triaged, and routed so attorneys can stay focused on advisory work.</p><p>The ideal candidate has solid legal intake or legal secretarial experience and understands that different business units have different needs—particularly the distinctions between Construction and Procurement matters. </p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><strong>Request Management & Documentation</strong></p><ul><li>Collect and log all incoming legal requests in the designated intake system or inbox.</li><li>Ensure each request includes required details (date, requestor, scope, attachments, and any other mandatory information) to create a clear, defensible audit trail.</li></ul><p><strong>Triage & Prioritization</strong></p><ul><li>Assess the urgency and complexity of incoming requests.</li><li>Assign work to the appropriate attorney or legal team member based on expertise and current workload—not simply who is available.</li></ul><p><strong>Process Standardization</strong></p><ul><li>Enforce established intake protocols so incomplete or informal requests do not enter the system.</li><li>Maintain and improve templates, checklists, and standard language to increase first-pass quality and reduce turnaround time.</li></ul><p><strong>Risk & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Uphold clear boundaries between business teams and attorneys, keeping attorneys in an advisory role rather than handling administrative intake tasks.</li><li>Support consistent, compliant handling of requests across business units, with particular attention to the differing requirements of Construction versus Procurement matters.</li></ul>
- 2026-11-13T00:00:00Z
- San Francisco, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 80000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
- <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>
- 2026-11-10T00:00:00Z
- San Francisco, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 110000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to support a busy commercial litigation practice. This role is well suited for a confident, detail-oriented individual who can manage competing priorities, maintain accuracy under pressure, and contribute effectively in a high-volume, partner-driven environment. The ideal candidate brings strong litigation support experience, takes initiative without constant direction, and is ready to assume ownership of daily responsibilities from the start.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, review, and submit court filings in state and federal courts, ensuring all documents meet procedural rules and deadlines.<br>• Maintain complex litigation calendars by tracking hearings, filing dates, court appearances, and other case-related milestones.<br>• Support attorneys with document preparation, revisions, formatting, and transcription from dictated material as needed.<br>• Coordinate case materials, correspondence, and legal records so files remain organized, current, and readily accessible.<br>• Monitor multiple active matters at once and adjust priorities quickly to meet urgent deadlines in a fast-paced practice.<br>• Communicate with attorneys, court personnel, and internal teams to facilitate efficient handling of litigation matters.<br>• Take ownership of assigned work by anticipating needs, following through on deliverables, and helping keep matters on schedule.
- 2026-10-22T00:00:00Z
- San Francisco, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 85000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to support litigation matters in Redwood City, California. This role focuses on preparing court-ready documents, coordinating filings, and maintaining organized case materials while working closely with attorneys, paralegals, and litigation support colleagues. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of filing procedures, excellent document formatting skills, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Draft, revise, proofread, and finalize litigation documents such as motions, briefs, and related court submissions before filing.</p><p>• Produce accurate tables of contents and tables of authorities, and apply advanced formatting tools to ensure consistency across legal documents.</p><p>• Prepare final filing sets in PDF format, including bookmarking, pagination, and layout adjustments that meet court submission requirements.</p><p>• Partner with paralegals and legal team members to assemble exhibits, appendices, and supporting records for filings and case materials.</p><p>• Monitor applicable court rules, filing procedures, and judge-specific requirements to help maintain compliance across matters.</p><p>• Keep case information records current by updating deadlines, court details, captions, and service lists with accuracy.</p><p>• Manage the storage and organization of draft and final documents within litigation document management systems while preserving accessibility and security.</p><p>• Support shared litigation workflows by responding to team assignments, assisting with filing requests, and helping coordinate coverage for urgent or after-hours submissions.</p><p>• Follow established litigation support procedures and practice guidelines to promote consistency, quality, and compliance in daily work.</p>
- 2026-10-28T00:00:00Z
- Santa Rosa, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 72000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to support a civil litigation practice in California. This role is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented individual who can manage court-related documentation, maintain critical deadlines, and communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, and external parties. The successful candidate will bring strong knowledge of filing procedures, calendaring requirements, and document preparation standards in a fast-paced legal environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage day-to-day communication with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and internal team members to keep matters moving efficiently.<br>• Prepare, revise, and format legal documents in accordance with applicable court rules and filing standards.<br>• Draft litigation materials such as pleadings and discovery documents under attorney direction.<br>• Submit documents through electronic filing systems and complete physical court filings when required for state and federal matters.<br>• Maintain organized electronic case records, monitor litigation databases, and ensure firm procedures are followed consistently.<br>• Track and calculate filing dates and other key deadlines using local, state, federal, and appellate rules.<br>• Coordinate attorney schedules by managing court appearances, meetings, and case-related deadlines.<br>• Arrange litigation logistics, including depositions, inspections, and other case events, while keeping stakeholders informed of upcoming obligations.<br>• Provide administrative and trial preparation support throughout all stages of civil litigation and assist colleagues with coverage as needed.
- 2026-11-10T00:00:00Z
- San Francisco, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 110000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to support a busy litigation practice in San Francisco, California. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a demanding legal setting, brings strong commercial litigation knowledge, and can manage priorities with confidence and precision. The successful candidate will play a key role in keeping matters organized, filings on track, and attorneys well supported in a sophisticated, partner-driven environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, format, and revise litigation materials such as pleadings, motions, discovery documents, correspondence, and other court-related submissions.<br>• Handle electronic filing for matters in state and federal courts, including trial and appellate filings, while ensuring compliance with applicable rules and deadlines.<br>• Maintain organized electronic matter files and manage document workflows within the firm's records and document management systems.<br>• Coordinate new matter intake and support ongoing file administration to ensure records remain accurate, accessible, and up to date.<br>• Assist with attorney time entry, billing support, travel arrangements, and expense processing as part of daily practice operations.<br>• Manage calendars and track important litigation deadlines, court dates, and related scheduling needs for assigned attorneys.<br>• Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, court personnel, and internal staff to support efficient handling of active matters.<br>• Provide dependable administrative and litigation support in a high-volume practice, taking initiative and maintaining ownership of assigned work.
- 2026-11-10T00:00:00Z
- Alameda, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 90000 - 91000 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join a midsized firm in the East Bay. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with substantial experience in litigation matters, ideally with exposure to labor and employment cases. You will play a critical role in supporting attorneys through administrative tasks, document preparation, court filings, and calendar management. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefits.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Draft and format legal documents, including correspondence, reports, pleadings, and memoranda, using word processing software.</p><p>• File legal documents electronically and physically with district and federal courts, as well as administrative agencies, ensuring compliance with rules and deadlines.</p><p>• Manage schedules and deadlines by maintaining calendar and docket systems, sending reminders, and organizing appointments.</p><p>• Handle incoming phone calls, take detailed messages, and route calls appropriately.</p><p>• Coordinate outgoing mail and deliveries to ensure timely distribution.</p><p>• Organize and maintain client files, ensuring all documents are appropriately indexed and accessible.</p><p>• Assist with travel arrangements, including booking flights, accommodations, and other logistics.</p><p>• Conduct research on state and federal court rules and procedures as needed.</p><p>• Train new team members on office procedures and specialized software.</p><p>• Communicate with courts, clients, co-counsel, opposing counsel, and arbitrators to schedule hearings, arbitrations, and other events.</p>
- 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z
- San Francisco, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 25 - 30 USD / Hourly
- <p>A San Francisco–based law firm is seeking a professional and client-focused Legal Receptionist to serve as the first point of contact for attorneys, clients, and visitors. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for someone who excels in a fast-paced, detail-oriented legal environment and takes pride in providing exceptional front-desk and administrative support. The Legal Receptionist will manage daily reception operations, maintain a welcoming office atmosphere, and support attorneys and legal staff with light administrative tasks to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Greet and assist clients, visitors, and vendors in a professional and courteous manner</li><li>Answer and route incoming phone calls, take accurate messages, and manage voicemail systems</li><li>Maintain lobby, conference rooms, and reception areas to ensure a polished and organized office environment</li><li>Coordinate conference room scheduling and assist with meeting setup as needed</li><li>Receive, sort, and distribute mail and courier deliveries</li><li>Assist with basic administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, scanning, and document preparation</li><li>Support attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants with ad hoc administrative requests</li><li>Monitor office supplies and coordinate restocking as needed</li><li>Ensure compliance with firm confidentiality and professionalism standards</li></ul>
- 2026-11-02T00:00:00Z
- Emeryville, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 35 - 45 USD / Hourly
- <p>Our client, a well-established plaintiff-side labor and employment law firm, is seeking a Legal Assistant to join its collaborative team. This position offers the opportunity to support attorneys representing labor unions and employees in a variety of workplace, public sector, and labor-related matters.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate is eager to take on substantive legal work while also assisting with the day-to-day support responsibilities that help keep matters moving efficiently. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with conversion based on performance, fit, and business needs.</p><p><br></p><p>The candidate will be expected to report on-site in Emeryville for the first 90 days, and then transition to a hybrid schedule.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support attorneys handling labor and employment disputes, grievance matters, administrative proceedings, and civil litigation</li><li>Draft correspondence, pleadings, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, and other legal documents</li><li>Conduct legal, factual, and public records research</li><li>Assist with document collection, review, organization, and production</li><li>Prepare exhibits, hearing binders, arbitration materials, and case files</li><li>Track deadlines and maintain case calendars</li><li>Coordinate filings with courts, administrative agencies, and related entities</li><li>Communicate with clients, union representatives, opposing counsel, and third parties regarding case-related matters</li><li>Assist with witness interviews, case preparation, and hearing or trial support</li><li>Provide administrative and secretarial support as needed, including scheduling, document formatting, expense processing, and file management</li></ul>
- 2026-10-30T00:00:00Z
- San Francisco, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary Supervisor to lead legal support operations for a busy practice serving attorneys in San Francisco, California. This role combines team leadership with hands-on litigation and administrative support, ensuring attorneys receive dependable, high-quality assistance while legal secretaries are guided, coached, and developed. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, deep knowledge of court procedures, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced law firm environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily work assignments across the legal secretary team by aligning deadlines, individual strengths, and attorney needs to maintain balanced coverage and timely completion of tasks.<br>• Oversee team workload and availability, adjusting priorities and redistributing assignments as demands shift to keep matters moving efficiently.<br>• Lead, coach, and support legal secretary staff through regular check-ins, practical guidance, and ongoing feedback that encourages growth and accountability.<br>• Partner with attorneys and legal support colleagues to deliver accurate calendaring, document preparation, filing support, and other essential litigation assistance.<br>• Act as a knowledgeable resource on office procedures, court requirements, and effective work practices, with particular support for less experienced team members.<br>• Contribute to employee performance management by documenting progress, participating in formal evaluations, and helping address workplace concerns in coordination with human resources.<br>• Identify opportunities to strengthen team operations, then implement improved processes, templates, and reference materials that promote consistency and quality.<br>• Provide direct secretarial assistance to assigned attorneys, including scheduling, document formatting and proofreading, electronic filing and service, time entry, and backup support as needed.
- 2026-10-20T00:00:00Z
- Oakland, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 60000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a plaintiff-side personal injury practice in Oakland, California. This role involves managing case activity from intake through litigation support, with a strong focus on filings, scheduling, and document preparation. The ideal candidate brings solid experience in civil litigation procedures and communicates effectively with attorneys, clients, courts, and outside providers.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate litigation calendars by tracking hearings, deadlines, appointments, and other time-sensitive case events.<br>• Prepare and submit court documents through electronic filing systems while ensuring compliance with applicable procedural requirements.<br>• Assist attorneys with discovery tasks, including organizing materials, drafting routine responses, and maintaining complete case files.<br>• Open and structure new matter files and document templates to support efficient case handling.<br>• Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, medical offices, and other external contacts regarding case status and records requests.<br>• Request, review, and organize medical records and related documentation for personal injury matters.<br>• Maintain accurate file documentation and support the day-to-day progression of plaintiff personal injury cases.<br>• Provide general administrative and legal support across civil litigation matters as needed.
- 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z
- San Francisco, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 75000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant to provide comprehensive support to attorneys and ensure the efficient operation of legal cases and firm processes. This role requires a proactive individual who excels in managing legal documentation, scheduling, correspondence, and trial preparation. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and a deep understanding of litigation procedures.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Open and close legal cases by obtaining necessary contracts, authorizations, and case details, and ensure proper documentation is circulated.<br>• Draft, prepare, and send legal correspondence, including communications with clients and other relevant parties.<br>• Coordinate travel arrangements for attorneys and manage incoming mail and service documents appropriately.<br>• Order and organize investigation reports and medical records for case files.<br>• Transcribe dictation promptly and maintain attorney calendars for appointments, depositions, and court schedules.<br>• Create, maintain, and organize both physical and electronic case files, ensuring all documents are saved and routed correctly.<br>• Prepare and file complaints, motions, and other pleadings in state and federal courts, adhering to deadlines and filing requirements.<br>• Schedule court appearances, depositions, and client meetings, arranging for interpreters or videographers when necessary.<br>• Assist in trial preparation by organizing trial binders, exhibits, and other materials, and coordinating expert witnesses and jury instructions.<br>• Manage discovery processes, ensuring timely receipt and distribution to attorneys, paralegals, and clients.
- 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z
- Berkeley, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 75000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant to join our team in Berkeley, California. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic plaintiff IP firm by supporting various administrative, legal, and organizational tasks. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and bring versatility to a team-oriented office setting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage reception duties, including answering phones and greeting visitors with professionalism.<br>• Coordinate court filings and handle e-filing processes accurately and efficiently.<br>• Support civil litigation tasks through calendar management and scheduling.<br>• Assist with administrative responsibilities such as document organization and office setup.<br>• Perform light paralegal duties as required, including aiding in litigation preparation.<br>• Maintain organized records and ensure timely updates to legal documents.<br>• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to meet deadlines and client needs.<br>• Provide general office support to ensure smooth daily operations.<br>• Handle correspondence and communication with courts and clients.<br>• Adapt to a variety of tasks, combining administrative, secretarial, and paralegal work.
- 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z
- San Francisco, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 85000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Legal Assistant to join our team in San Francisco, California.</p><p><br></p><p>Duties: </p><ul><li>Prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery materials. </li><li>TOCs and TOAs</li><li>Electronic and paper filing </li><li>Prepare binders and document production </li><li>Provide administrative assistance on complex litigation processes and deadlines</li><li>Support attorneys with time management tasks, time entry and billing coordination </li></ul>
- 2026-11-10T00:00:00Z
- Oakland, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 50000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for a skilled Legal Assistant to join our team in Oakland, California. This role requires expertise in civil litigation procedures and fluency in both English and Spanish. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proficient in legal document preparation, and possess excellent organizational and communication skills.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and draft routine legal documents, including complaints, discovery materials, motions, and briefs.<br>• Manage e-filing processes and ensure timely submission of court documents.<br>• Coordinate and maintain legal calendars, including deadlines and court appearances.<br>• Conduct thorough analysis and prioritization of legal tasks and projects.<br>• Utilize Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat Pro efficiently to support legal operations.<br>• Communicate effectively in English and Spanish to assist with bilingual legal needs.<br>• Apply in-depth knowledge of California Superior Court civil litigation rules and procedures.<br>• Ensure accuracy and compliance in all court filings and documentation.<br>• Collaborate with attorneys and other team members to meet case deadlines and objectives.
- 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z
- Walnut Creek, CA
- onsite
- Temporary to Hire
- 25 - 35 USD / Hourly
- <p>Legal Secretary</p><p>We are seeking a Legal Secretary to support attorneys with a variety of administrative and legal support duties. The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide administrative support to attorneys</li><li>Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and track deadlines</li><li>Prepare, format, revise, and proofread legal documents</li><li>Communicate with clients, courts, and outside parties</li><li>Maintain electronic and physical client files</li><li>Assist with document management and filing</li><li>Support general office and legal administrative functions</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>2+ years of legal secretary, legal assistant, or related legal support experience</li><li>Strong Microsoft Word and document formatting skills</li><li>Experience with calendaring and deadline management</li><li>Professional written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Highly organized with strong attention to detail</li><li>Experience in Trusts & Estates (T&E), estate planning, or probate is a plus</li></ul><p>This role is ideal for someone who enjoys supporting attorneys, handling client interactions, and keeping legal matters organized and moving forward.</p><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-05T00:00:00Z
- San Francisco, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 37 - 43 USD / Hourly
- <p>Robert Half is partnering with an Environmental Law Firm to hire a Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys with litigation matters, legal research, document review, proofreading, cite-checking, and case management. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment while utilizing legal technology and AI tools to enhance efficiency.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support attorneys throughout all phases of litigation.</li><li>Conduct legal research and assist with drafting and reviewing legal documents.</li><li>Proofread and cite-check pleadings, motions, correspondence, and filings.</li><li>Prepare and manage court filings, deadlines, and case files.</li><li>Assist with discovery, document review, and trial preparation.</li><li>Utilize legal technology and AI tools to support workflows.</li><li>Handle administrative and project-based tasks as needed.</li><li>Collaborate with attorneys and staff to ensure matters are completed accurately and efficiently.</li></ul>
- 2026-11-04T00:00:00Z
- Walnut Creek, CA
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 35 - 45 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to provide focused litigation support for a complex trust and estates firm in Walnut Creek, California. This temp-to-hire opportunity allows for the candidate to play a key role in organizing discovery, clarifying claims across multiple active petitions, and preparing case materials. The position requires someone who can work through incomplete or disjointed records, coordinate closely with operations staff, and help bring structure to a high-volume case file.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Review and organize discovery materials for an active litigation matter involving numerous petitions and overlapping allegations.</p><p>• Analyze filings, motions, and related case documents to help identify key claims, issues, and supporting records across the case.</p><p>• Locate missing deposition materials by working through both physical and electronic files and reconciling inconsistencies between record sources.</p><p>• Partner with on-site operational staff to retrieve documents from boxed files, arrange scanning, and ensure materials are properly added to the case record.</p><p>• Support mediation preparation by assembling relevant discovery, tracking critical case information, and helping counsel access complete documentation.</p><p>• Maintain orderly case files and update litigation records within case management systems to improve document reliability and accessibility.</p><p>• Assist with broader civil litigation support tasks, including document review, trial preparation activities, and follow-up on outstanding discovery items.</p>
- 2026-11-05T00:00:00Z
- Sacramento, CA
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 60000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
- Weintraub Tobin is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our Sacramento office in support of a dynamic team of business litigation attorneys. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrives in a collaborative environment while demonstrating a first-class commitment to client service. This position is on-site for the first 90 days. After that period, a hybrid schedule of three days in the office and two days remote may be available.<br><br><br><br>RESPONSIBILITIES<br><br>Create and maintain internal case databases, including importing and exporting documents, locating files, running productions, analytics, and email threading, and conducting document review and coding.<br>Conduct document searches using eDiscovery platforms (e.g., Relativity) and perform factual research utilizing Westlaw and online resources.<br>Manage all aspects of discovery, including organizing, reviewing, analyzing, and summarizing discovery materials; preparing and responding to discovery requests; and drafting subpoenas to third parties.<br>Assist attorneys in deposition preparation by gathering relevant documents and organizing exhibits.<br>Track and manage the progress of documents throughout litigation, including ordering transcripts and records from third-party entities and responding to requests from outside counsel.<br>Prepare for and attend trials and arbitrations, including organizing exhibits and supporting materials, coordinating trial logistics, and assisting attorneys in the courtroom.<br>Operate and manage electronic trial presentation software.<br>Demonstrate strong analytical and technical skills throughout all phases of litigation.<br>Assist with the preparation and filing of court documents in coordination with attorneys and legal secretaries.<br>Serve as a liaison between internal departments and outside vendors.<br>Requirements<br>EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE<br><br>Minimum of 5+ years of complex litigation experience required, with an emphasis on business litigation and real estate litigation.<br>Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program required; alternatively, qualifications meeting California Business and Professions Code §§ 6450–6456 may be considered.<br>Extensive experience with electronic legal database software, such as Relativity.<br>Trial experience strongly preferred, including exhibit and witness preparation, subpoena drafting, and courtroom support.<br>Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) are required.<br>Proficiency in litigation software such as CaseMap, TextMap, Relativity, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and Sanction or Trial Director.<br>Familiarity with iManage or a similar document management system.<br>Ability to manage multiple files and projects concurrently and to perform well under pressure.<br>Self-starter who works effectively both independently and collaboratively, while providing prompt support to attorneys.<br>Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with attorneys and legal professionals at all levels.
- 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z