<p>Robert Half Legal is partnering with a prominent personal injury law firm in Encino to find an experienced Litigation Paralegal. This contract-to-hire opportunity offers a flexible hybrid schedule—three days onsite in a collaborative, dynamic office that values team culture and professional development.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Support attorneys throughout all stages of the litigation process, including case planning, discovery, and trial preparation.</li><li>Draft and file legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and discovery responses.</li><li>Manage case files, maintain up-to-date records, and track court deadlines.</li><li>Coordinate with clients, medical providers, and expert witnesses.</li><li>Summarize depositions, medical records, and accident reports.</li><li>Conduct legal research and prepare supporting documentation.</li><li>Assist with trial preparation and organization of exhibits.</li></ul><p><br></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>Robert Half is partnering with a national firm to find a Litigation Docketing Clerk to join their team. The docketing clerk is responsible for accurately calendaring and monitoring all litigation deadlines in compliance with court rules, local rules, and firm procedures. This role is critical in supporting attorneys and legal staff by ensuring deadlines are tracked, updated, and communicated effectively. This is a remote, long-term contract position that will start in February. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Review pleadings, motions, court orders, and correspondence to identify and calendar all relevant litigation deadlines.</li><li>Accurately enter deadlines into CompuLaw.</li><li>Monitor court rules (state, federal, and local) to calculate deadlines and verify accuracy.</li><li>Update and maintain docket entries as cases progress and deadlines change.</li><li>Communicate upcoming deadlines to attorneys, paralegals, and support staff.</li><li>Conduct regular audits of docket entries to ensure compliance and accuracy.</li><li>Respond to docketing inquiries from attorneys and staff.</li></ul><p><strong>Details</strong></p><ul><li>6+ month contract</li><li>Remote, but must work Pacific Standard Time</li><li>Hours: 9am - 5:30pm PST</li></ul>
<p>Our organization is seeking a strategic and proactive Director of Human Resources to lead and manage all HR functions in support of our business objectives. The successful candidate will oversee the development, implementation, and administration of comprehensive human resources programs. This leader will ensure regulatory compliance, drive talent initiatives, manage employee relations, compensation, benefits, training, HRIS, and oversee a culture of excellence and engagement.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Develop, implement, and maintain organization-wide HR policies and procedures aligned with strategic objectives and a positive culture.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all federal and state employment laws and regulations; maintain the security of confidential employee information.</li><li>Oversee and direct HR programs including talent acquisition, performance management, compensation and benefits administration, HRIS, training and development, and employee relations.</li><li>Lead organization compliance with governmental and reporting requirements (EEO, ADA, FMLA, ERISA, DOL, OSHA, workers’ compensation).</li><li>Champion workplace safety and health initiatives and maintain OSHA-required data and reporting.</li><li>Select, train, evaluate, and assign HR team members; provide leadership and direction to effectively achieve departmental and organizational goals.</li><li>Advise and counsel executive leadership on labor laws, employee relations, legal issues, and risk management; coordinate with legal counsel as needed.</li><li>Represent the organization in hearings and mediations as required.</li><li>Lead the internal resolution of employee relations issues, grievances, and disputes; support a best-in-class employer-employee relationship.</li><li>Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies; analyze workforce metrics to optimize staffing plans.</li><li>Develop and manage the HR departmental budget, contribute to organizational strategic planning, and participate in budget formulation.</li><li>Review and approve IRS 5500 and other required regulatory filings; manage retirement plan audits and compliance testing.</li><li>Administer compensation programs; recommend and revise policies to maintain equitable and competitive salary structures.</li><li>Design and implement employee training and development programs, including orientation, skills gap training, and annual company-wide training initiatives.</li></ul>
<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><strong><u>Premier Trial-Focused Firm Seeks Paralegal: This is the #1 Plaintiff Trial Firm in California!</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About Firm & Position:</strong></p><p> A highly regarded California-based trial firm with a strong plaintiff-side practice is seeking a Paralegal to join its litigation team. The firm is widely known within the legal community for handling complex, high-stakes matters that frequently proceed to trial. This is a 100% onsite.</p><p><br></p><p>The Paralegal will support attorneys through all phases of litigation, from intake through trial, in a fast-paced, trial-driven environment. This Paralegal role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on litigation work and being deeply involved in trial preparation. I've two paralegals who have been here 8 and 9 years! </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Paralegal Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Draft and respond to initial versions of written discovery.</li><li>Assist with trial preparation, including creation of trial binders and exhibits.</li><li>Manage case documents electronically using litigation software.</li><li>Compile and organize evidence from records, discovery, transcripts, and databases.</li></ul><p><strong>Hours:</strong></p><ul><li>40 hours per week; Plus approximately 5–10 hours of overtime per week</li></ul><p><strong>Perks:</strong></p><ul><li>Sophisticated, trial-driven plaintiff-side litigation work.</li><li>Long-tenured support staff; prior Paralegal placements remained 8+ and 9+ years.</li><li>Low turnover and a reputation for strong internal culture.</li><li>Firm regularly handles high-profile matters that receive significant public and media attention.</li><li><br></li></ul><p><strong>Salary:</strong></p><ul><li>$109,200 base salary + overtime + benefits + significant BONUSES!</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>Bonus program</li><li>Medical: 100% paid HMO plan for employee; 50% of dependent coverage paid</li><li>Dental and vision plans</li><li>401(k) with 6% match</li><li>Profit sharing</li><li>Paid parking</li></ul><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>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><strong><u>Full-Service, Friendly Firm Seeks Corporate Paralegal</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>This established, full-service law firm has been part of the Southern California legal community for over three decades and is widely respected for its sophisticated work across multiple practice areas. The firm operates with a collaborative structure and supports a broad client base through offices in Southern California. The Corporate Paralegal position supports attorneys handling high-level transactional matters, with direct exposure to complex corporate work and long-term growth opportunities within a stable environment. <strong>No one leaves this firm!</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Corporate Paralegal Responsibilities:</strong></p><p> • Support attorneys with mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and transactional matters.</p><p> • Assist with drafting, reviewing, and organizing contracts, agreements, and corporate records.</p><p> • Prepare and maintain entity formations, resolutions, and governance documentation.</p><p> • Coordinate deal closings, including managing checklists, signatures, and post-closing deliverables.</p><p> • Organize and maintain electronic files using document management systems.</p><p> • Assist with calendaring, deadlines, and compliance tracking in coordination with attorneys.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Hours:</strong></p><p> • 40-hour workweek with flexibility on start time.</p><p> • Overtime is extremely rare.</p><p> • No billable hour requirement for this Corporate Paralegal role.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Perks:</strong></p><p> • Lifestyle-focused firm with strong work-life balance.</p><p> • Exposure to sophisticated, high-end corporate and transactional matters.</p><p> • Long-tenured team with nearly nonexistent turnover.</p><p> • Firm growth has been consistent and sustainable, not reactive.</p><p> • We’ve placed multiple attorneys and support staff with this firm over several years — the majority remain there and speak highly of the culture and leadership.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Salary:</strong></p><p> • $100,000 - $120,000 (Dependent on M& A experience)</p><p> • Additional bonus opportunities, including quarterly billable-hour bonuses and a discretionary year-end bonus.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><p> • Medical plan options (Anthem or Kaiser), with a monthly employer contribution toward employee and dependent coverage.</p><p> • Dental coverage paid by the firm for the employee.</p><p> • 401(k) with discretionary profit-sharing contribution.</p><p> • Paid time off beginning in the first year of employment.</p><p> • Paid sick time in accordance with firm policy.</p><p> • Annual performance reviews.</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><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>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>
<p><b><u>One of the most well-known Law Firms Seeks Legal Secretary--want to work for the BEST?</u></b></p><p><br></p><p>The Legal Secretary will work with some of the BEST attorneys in nation! </p><p><br></p><p>The Legal Secretary will handle:</p><ul><li>Court filings (state & federal)</li><li>Drafting legal documents including pleadings</li><li>Ordering medical records</li></ul><p>There is growth! I've placed two legal assistants who are here 8+ years!</p><p><br></p><p>40 hours per week. This is a fully onsite position--entire firm is onsite.</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>We are looking for a Legal Secretary for an est. 6-week assignment (medical leave coverage) in Ventura, California. This position requires an organized, detail-oriented individual who can assist with administrative and clerical duties in support of legal operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage court date calendaring and ensure all schedules are accurate and up-to-date.</p><p>• Prepare and type thorough correspondence, including legal letters and documents.</p><p>• Handle e-filing and court filings efficiently and in compliance with required standards.</p><p>• Provide one-on-one desk support to the attorney, addressing additional administrative needs as required.</p><p>• Coordinate daily operations and assist with receptionist duties as needed.</p>
<p><strong>Defense Firm Seeks Legal Secretary HYBRID onsite</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Legal Secretary responsibilities:</p><ul><li>3:1 desk</li><li>Calendaring, drafting pleadings, TOA’s & TOC’s, scheduling hearings, depositions, meetings</li><li>Calendaring program syncs with Outlook</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Legal Secretary hours:</p><ul><li>8:30-5:00 or 9-5:30 w/ 1 hour lunch</li><li>7.5 hour day</li><li>3 days onsite (after 90 day training period)</li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li>Benefits:</li><li>HMO is 100% paid for employee. Can upgrade plans.</li><li>Kicks in 1st of the month following 60 days of employment.</li><li>401k kicks in after 1 year of employment</li><li>Parking or monthly transportation allowance</li><li>Paid holidays</li><li>Paid time off</li></ul><p><strong><em>We placed an attorney a year ago and he LOVES it here! Exciting cases and work! </em></strong></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>An electric vehicle infrastructure company is seeking a <strong>Leasing Administrator</strong> to support its Legal team within a high-volume site development and infrastructure contracting environment. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity ideal for an early-career legal professional looking to deepen experience in real estate and infrastructure-related agreements. The role is fully remote.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities</u></strong></p><ul><li>Assist with the review, processing, and administration of a high-volume of site development and infrastructure-related agreements, including ground leases, access agreements, and related real estate documents.</li><li>Support contract intake, tracking, and organization, ensuring accurate documentation, version control, and timely routing for review and execution.</li><li>Identify and flag key contractual terms, deadlines, and obligations for internal stakeholders, escalating issues to senior legal team members as appropriate.</li><li>Serve as a point of coordination between Legal, Real Estate, and internal business teams regarding contract status and basic interpretation questions.</li><li>Maintain and update contract records, reports, and trackers to support an active site development pipeline.</li><li>Assist with the preparation and revision of standard contract templates and amendments under attorney guidance.</li><li>Support contract workflows and systems, including Salesforce and contract management platforms.</li></ul>
<p><strong>About the Company:</strong></p><p>A nationally recognized, hospitality-driven organization founded in the mid-1990s and now a nationwide leader serving the aviation, travel, and luxury hospitality industries. Known for exceptional service, strong industry partnerships, and a collaborative, people-first culture.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p>The company seeks a Corporate Paralegal to support its growing licensing, regulatory, and corporate governance needs. This role works cross-functionally and partners closely with outside counsel. Ideal for someone organized, detail-oriented, and tech-savvy who enjoys a fast-paced, regulated environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage business licensing, permitting, and regulatory filings</li><li>Handle entity registrations, annual reports, and governance documents</li><li>Administer contracts using MFILES (or similar systems)</li><li>Coordinate with outside counsel on corporate and compliance matters</li><li>Support trademark filings and collaborate with marketing</li><li>Maintain corporate records and assist with research and special projects</li></ul><p><strong>Work Plan:</strong></p><p>5 days onsite in a stable, team-oriented environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Compensation & Benefits:</strong></p><p><strong> Salary:</strong> $85,000–$105,000 DOE</p><p> <strong>Benefits:</strong> Medical (PPO/HMO), 401(k), PTO (vacation + sick), disability coverage</p><p> <strong>Perks:</strong> Beautiful office, luxury-oriented industry, collaborative culture, in-house stability</p>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a firm, seeking a Criminal Defense Paralegal for their Encino location. The ideal Paralegal will have at least a year of criminal defense experience, specifically with DUIs, and know how to draft subpoenas. This is a contract position with the potential to transition to a direct hire employee.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Open new cases and manage the initial documentation process.</p><p>• Draft and send introductory letters to clients.</p><p>• Coordinate and request hearings, ensuring accurate scheduling and rescheduling.</p><p>• Provide court updates to clients who have attended hearings.</p><p>• Facilitate communication with prospective clients and forward relevant information to attorneys.</p><p>• Issue subpoenas to law enforcement agencies to obtain supplemental discovery.</p><p>• Conduct searches across court websites and district attorney offices to identify newly filed cases.</p><p><br></p><p>Details</p><ul><li>5 days on site in Encino as a contractor</li><li>Contract with the potential to convert to a direct hire employee </li><li>Starts as soon as January 26th</li></ul>
