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13 results for Director Of Legal Administration in Gardena, CA

Legal Administrative Assistant

Los Angeles, CA
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Temporary to Hire
24 - 28 USD / Hourly
Robert Half Legal is partnering with a global organization in the entertainment, sports, and media space to identify a Legal Administrative Assistant to support the Office of the Chief Legal Officer. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with a paralegal or legal assistant background who is seeking exposure to corporate legal work in a fast-paced, high-profile environment. Position SummaryThe Legal Administrative Assistant will support the Office of General Counsel with a focus on corporate law and entity management. This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented professional who can support a busy in-house attorney in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage calendaring, scheduling, rolling calls, and daily follow-up for a busy in-house attorney</li><li>Redline, edit, and revise confidential legal documents and agreements</li><li>Assist with annual reports, Secretary of State filings, and other corporate filings</li><li>Maintain minute books, corporate records, and legal database records</li><li>Support entity formations and dissolutions</li><li>Assist with outside counsel coordination, e-filing, travel, and expense reporting</li><li>Support corporate legal matters, including cybersecurity, insurance, and international compliance</li></ul>
2026-08-12T00:00:00Z

Director of Finance

Torrance, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
180000 - 230000 USD / Yearly
A growing organization in the events, hospitality, food & beverage, and venue management industry is seeking an experienced Director of Finance to lead all accounting and financial operations. This executive-level role will partner with senior leadership to oversee financial planning, reporting, compliance, internal controls, and operational finance across multiple revenue-generating business units.The ideal candidate will possess strong technical accounting expertise, operational finance leadership experience, and a proven ability to support high-volume, fast-paced environments. Responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, cash management, financial reporting, audit coordination, and strategic financial analysis that supports business growth and profitability. Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Leadership & Strategy<ul><li>Provide strategic financial guidance to executive leadership.</li><li>Develop financial plans, forecasts, and business analyses to support organizational objectives.</li><li>Partner with operational leaders to improve profitability and drive performance.</li><li>Present financial results, forecasts, and recommendations to leadership.</li></ul>Accounting & Financial Reporting<ul><li>Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, AP, AR, payroll, fixed assets, and cash management.</li><li>Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.</li><li>Ensure accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.</li><li>Manage reconciliations and coordinate external audits.</li></ul>Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis<ul><li>Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes.</li><li>Monitor financial performance and provide variance analysis.</li><li>Analyze revenue, labor, operating expenses, and profitability trends.</li><li>Develop financial models and reporting tools to support decision-making.</li></ul>Operational Finance Oversight<ul><li>Oversee financial performance for event operations, food & beverage programs, and venue-based revenue streams.</li><li>Monitor margins, labor costs, inventory controls, purchasing activity, and event profitability.</li><li>Collaborate with operations teams to improve financial accountability and performance.</li></ul>Compliance & Controls<ul><li>Maintain strong internal controls and financial policies.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and company standards.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and mitigate risk.</li></ul>Leadership<ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop accounting and finance team members.</li><li>Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</li></ul>
2026-08-04T00:00:00Z

Director of Accounting and Finance

Placentia, CA
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Temporary / Contract
85 - 100 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an accomplished finance and accounting leader to support municipal operations in California. This Long-term Contract position will guide budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance activities while helping city leadership maintain a clear view of fiscal performance. The role is ideal for someone with deep public-sector accounting expertise who can strengthen controls, oversee core finance functions, and provide strategic direction across the department. Responsibilities:• Direct daily operations across general ledger accounting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, and contract administration to ensure accurate and timely financial processing.• Lead the development of the city’s annual budget by projecting revenue, expenditures, fund balance activity, and capital funding needs, while monitoring spending controls throughout the fiscal year.• Provide leadership on accounting matters involving governmental reporting standards and fund-based financial management within a municipal environment.• Review monthly financial results and operating activity to evaluate the city’s financial condition and provide ongoing insight to leadership.• Oversee fiscal year-end close activities, including reconciliation processes, preparation of financial statements, and completion of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.• Set departmental objectives, assign priorities, establish timelines, and measure team performance against defined goals and service expectations.• Assess financial policies, accounting workflows, and internal control practices, then recommend and implement improvements that support efficiency, accuracy, and regulatory compliance.• Examine financial documentation and authorize payments related to invoices, payroll, and other approved expenditures in accordance with established procedures.
2026-08-02T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Irvine, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
Exciting opportunity for a Legal Secretary to join a sophisticated BIG FIRM! An international law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary with 5+ years of litigation support experience to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to support high-level attorneys within a sophisticated and collaborative law firm environment. We have placed people at this firm who love the work and the firm's environment! Highlights<ul><li>Prestigious international law firm platform</li><li>Sophisticated litigation practice</li><li>Competitive compensation + bonus potential</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package</li><li>Stable, team-oriented environment</li><li>Long-term growth opportunity</li></ul>Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide high-level administrative and litigation support to attorneys</li><li>Prepare, revise, and format legal documents and correspondence</li><li>Handle state and federal court filings</li><li>Manage calendaring, deadlines, and scheduling</li><li>Coordinate meetings, depositions, travel, and client communications</li><li>Maintain case files and assist with trial preparation</li><li>Process time entries and expense reports</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>5+ years of legal secretary experience within a law firm environment</li><li>Strong experience with both state and federal court filings</li><li>Excellent knowledge of court rules, calendaring, and litigation procedures</li><li>Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal technology platforms</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills</li><li>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment supporting multiple attorneys</li></ul>This is an outstanding opportunity for a polished legal support professional seeking sophisticated work, stability, and the resources of a respected international law firm. To apply, please submit resumes to Vice President, Quidana Dove at Quidana.Dove<at>RobertHalf.<com>
2026-07-29T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Santa Ana, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Legal Assistant to join a growing law firm in Santa Ana, California. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment within a nationally recognized firm specializing in defense litigation. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of legal processes to support attorneys in delivering exceptional service to clients. Responsibilities:• Handle electronic filings for both state and federal courts, ensuring accuracy and compliance.• Prepare legal documents, including Tables of Authorities (TOAs) and Tables of Contents (TOCs), as well as assist with drafting client correspondence.• Manage expense processing for assigned partners using firm-specific systems.• Maintain and oversee attorneys’ calendars to ensure deadlines and meetings are effectively managed.• Support general office operations, demonstrating proficiency with document management systems.• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to prepare case-related documents and manage administrative tasks.• Assist with coordinating schedules and maintaining smooth communication among team members.• Provide exceptional organizational support to attorneys handling general liability, toxic torts, and construction defect cases.• Adapt to a hybrid work schedule with flexibility in start times to meet the firm's needs.
2026-08-12T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Los Angeles, CA
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Temporary / Contract
33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to support a busy litigation and labor and employment practice in Los Angeles, California. This Contract position is well suited for a legal administrative candidate with relevant experience who can manage court filings, maintain critical deadlines, and produce precise legal documents in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, clear communication, and a confident command of legal support technology while working effectively with attorneys and internal stakeholders. This position is an afternoon/evening hours to providing support with late filings. Responsibilities:• Provide day-to-day administrative and legal support to attorneys within the litigation and labor and employment practice.• Prepare, revise, and finalize legal documents such as pleadings, templates, tables of authorities, and tables of contents with a high level of accuracy.• Handle electronic filing submissions in both state and federal courts, ensuring compliance with court-specific rules and deadlines.• Maintain attorney calendars and monitor case deadlines using CompuLaw and related docketing tools.• Organize, manage, and retrieve matter documents through systems such as iManage and Microsoft Office applications.• Coordinate correspondence, scheduling, and other practice support activities to keep legal matters moving efficiently.• Assist with document production, PDF editing, and file preparation using Adobe Acrobat and other legal technology tools.• Support billing-related and case management administrative tasks as needed within the practice group.
2026-07-29T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Los Angeles, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a well-established law firm in Los Angeles, California. This position supports a busy civil litigation practice and is ideal for someone who thrives in a fully onsite environment with strong administrative systems and long-tenured support teams. The role offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys on employment and related litigation matters while contributing to efficient case management and document preparation. Responsibilities: • Manage electronic court submissions in state and federal jurisdictions, ensuring filings meet procedural and service requirements. • Prepare, revise, and format legal correspondence, pleadings, discovery templates, and other case-related documents with accuracy and consistency. • Assemble tables of contents and tables of authorities for briefs, motions, and other formal filings. • Maintain organized case files by tracking records, correspondence, and legal documents in both digital and physical formats. • Handle general administrative support such as scanning, copying, faxing, and processing document distribution. • Coordinate the preparation of hearing binders and provide support for trial readiness and related case materials. • Support multiple attorneys in a shared-desk structure while helping manage shifting priorities across active litigation matters. • Enter and track attorney time when needed and assist with day-to-day practice support using firm-approved software tools.
2026-08-12T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Newport Beach, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
Litigation Legal Assistant – HYBRID in Newport BeachRobert Half Legal is partnering with a highly regarded, full-service business law firm to identify a Litigation Legal Assistant. With over 50 years in the market and a national footprint, this firm is known for delivering sophisticated legal counsel across a wide range of complex transactions and disputes while maintaining a collaborative, team-oriented culture. This opportunity is best suited for a Litigation Legal Assistant with strong federal court experience who can independently manage filings, deadlines, and procedural requirements across multiple jurisdictions. Candidates must be comfortable navigating federal rules (including outside of California) and supporting attorneys in a fast-paced, high-expectations environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide high-level litigation support to attorneys across complex civil matters</li><li>Draft, format, proofread, and finalize pleadings, motions, discovery, affidavits, complaints, and legal memoranda</li><li>Handle state and federal court filings, including e-filings and occasional paper filings</li><li>Manage litigation calendars, court deadlines, and procedural timelines using firm software</li><li>Identify and submit documents for docketing and ensure compliance with all court requirements</li><li>Assist attorneys with reviewing, organizing, and summarizing case materials and correspondence</li><li>Prepare matrices, charts, spreadsheets, and privilege logs as needed</li><li>Support arbitration and trial preparation, including document organization and logistics</li><li>Maintain accurate time records for billable tasks</li></ul>Why Join This Firm<ul><li>Established firm with 50+ years of success and over 100 attorneys across multiple offices</li><li>Offers sophisticated, “big firm” work with a more flexible and collaborative environment</li><li>Team-oriented culture where support staff are valued and cross-trained</li><li>Hybrid work schedule (4 days onsite, 1 day remote)</li><li>Beautiful penthouse office in Newport Beach</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance starting day one</li><li>401(k) with profit sharing</li><li>Paid time off, including vacation and sick time</li><li>Additional voluntary benefits including disability, supplemental insurance, and wellness programs</li><li>Access to financial planning resources and educational seminars</li></ul>CompensationSalary range: $80,000–$105,000, plus performance-based holiday bonus.Compensation will vary based on federal court experience, technical skillset, and overall career stability.
2026-07-28T00:00:00Z

Administrative Coordinator

Los Angeles, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 28 USD / Hourly
DUTIES Provide administrative support to the Chief Compliance Officer/General Counsel that includes, but is not limited to: • Scheduling meetings, filing, records management, processing invoices and timesheets, and tracking expenses • Preparing corporate filings, meeting agendas, minutes, corporate resolutions and other correspondence • Routing contracts for execution • Processing subpoenas, liens and document requests • Assist with preparing draft legal documents for approval • Provide back-up administrative support to other C-Suite Executives • Work with other administrative staff to set-up for meetings, events and trainings EXPERIENCE • A minimum of two years’ experience providing direct administrative support to an Executive or Attorney • One year of experience working in a corporate legal department, law firm or compliance department required • Proficient in Outlook, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat EDUCATION • Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate preferred.
2026-07-31T00:00:00Z

Administrative Coordinator

Long Beach, CA
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Temporary / Contract
18.2115 - 21.087 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Administrative Coordinator to support daily operations and help maintain organized, responsive administrative services in Long Beach, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage communications, scheduling, and event-related coordination with professionalism. The role requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to keep multiple priorities moving efficiently in a fast-paced setting. Responsibilities: Respond to inbound phone, email, and walk-in inquiries in a timely and detail oriented manner Schedule client meetings and prepare/distribute supporting materials, including agendas and related documents Provide general administrative support to the department as needed Maintain financial records, assist with reporting and tracking, and serve as a point of coordination with the finance team Update profit and loss information and support departmental recordkeeping Review contracts for completeness before submitting to leadership Communicate with clients regarding billing and invoicing Represent the venue/property at meetings and events as needed Coordinate event-day logistics, including setup, load-in, breakdown, and strike Arrange event security and accommodate special event requirements Support must be eligible to work in the U.S. and partnership initiatives, including fulfillment activities Identify and research new business and event opportunities Help foster strong community relationships and outreach efforts Provide team support and coordination across event-related activities Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by management
2026-08-12T00:00:00Z

Sr. Director of Finance

South Pasadena, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
140000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced finance leader to guide strategic planning, performance analysis, and operational oversight for our organization in Los Angeles, California. This role will work closely with executive leadership to shape financial direction, improve decision-making through clear reporting, and strengthen the processes that support long-term growth. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in project-based detail-oriented services environments and a strong command of both high-level financial strategy and day-to-day accounting operations. Responsibilities: • Act as a trusted financial partner to senior leadership by advising on business performance, growth planning, investment decisions, and broader strategic priorities. • Build and lead long-range financial plans, annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and scenario analyses that support sustainable profitability and organizational goals. • Assess financial and operational results by examining revenue trends, margins, utilization, pricing effectiveness, client profitability, and resource deployment. • Create executive-level dashboards, key performance indicators, and reporting packages that translate complex financial data into actionable recommendations. • Direct enhancements to finance systems, reporting tools, and business intelligence capabilities to improve visibility and support future expansion. • Oversee accounting and finance operations to maintain reliable records, strong controls, and consistent financial integrity across the organization. • Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities to ensure accurate and timely reporting in line with company standards and applicable regulations. • Supervise core transactional processes including billing, receivables, collections, payables, payroll coordination, and related finance workflows. • Ensure proper treatment of revenue recognition, project accounting, work-in-progress tracking, accruals, reconciliations, and intercompany activity across entities.
2026-07-28T00:00:00Z

VP/Director of Finance

Burbank, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
190000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a strategic and hands-on finance and operations leader to support the wholesale business in Burbank, California. This role blends financial oversight with operational leadership, helping the organization strengthen performance across planning, inventory, logistics, customer support, and core business processes. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong analytical capability, and experience guiding cross-functional improvements that increase efficiency, accountability, and scalability. Responsibilities: • Direct day-to-day business operations for the wholesale function, ensuring effective coordination across supply chain activities, inventory control, logistics, customer operations, and supporting systems. • Build and monitor performance metrics that improve visibility into service levels, spending, productivity, and overall operating results while reinforcing accountability across teams. • Work closely with senior leaders and partner functions such as Finance, Tax, Legal, HR, Compliance, and Technology to align priorities, manage risk, and support sound business decisions. • Oversee inventory planning, warehouse activity, transportation, fulfillment, and external service providers to maintain reliable execution and cost-efficient operations. • Lead recurring inventory reviews and corrective action plans related to excess stock, aging product, reconciliations, cycle counts, valuation concerns, and audit readiness. • Partner on budgeting, forecasting, monthly performance reviews, and financial analysis to assess business trends, operating expenses, working capital needs, and cash flow impact. • Create reporting tools, dashboards, and scenario analyses that give leadership clearer insight into performance drivers and support data-informed planning. • Guide process improvement and transformation initiatives, including system enhancements, implementation efforts, user training, testing, and change adoption across the organization. • Promote the practical use of analytics, automation, and AI-enabled solutions to improve reporting quality, operational efficiency, and decision-making. • Foster a collaborative, high-accountability environment focused on continuous improvement, disciplined execution, and scalable growth.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Director, Business Optimization (AP Audits)

Santa Ana, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
123000 - 190000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a strategic and entrepreneurial leader to guide an Accounts Payable recovery audit function in Santa Ana, California. This position is well suited for a senior audit specialist who can shape client strategy, strengthen operational performance, and communicate financial value to executive stakeholders. The role combines practice leadership, client advisory work, and team development within a fast-paced services environment focused on measurable cost optimization. Responsibilities: • Direct the Accounts Payable recovery audit practice, leading client engagements, team delivery, and overall financial performance for the function. • Oversee the full audit process, including data intake, review preparation, exception analysis, claim support, and recovery monitoring. • Work closely with client finance, procurement, and shared services leaders to uncover duplicate disbursements, missed credits, overpayments, and vendor-related compliance gaps. • Design tailored audit approaches that use data analysis, automation, and benchmarking insights to identify savings opportunities and underlying process issues. • Present audit results, recovery opportunities, and operational improvement recommendations to senior executives such as CFOs, controllers, and procurement leaders. • Lead recovery discussions with vendors and suppliers, securing funds on behalf of clients while maintaining accurate support and clear reporting. • Build strong client and supplier relationships that support efficient claim resolution and long-term engagement success. • Drive practice expansion by identifying new business opportunities, supporting strategic initiatives, and contributing to revenue and profitability goals. • Mentor and develop team members, setting direction, promoting accountability, and building leadership capability within the group.
2026-07-28T00:00:00Z