<p>Robert Half is partnering with a fast-growing employment law firm with great, tenured attorneys and staff. This firm is moving to Woodland Hills.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate will handle a diverse caseload, primarily focused on single plaintiff matters, including wage and hour disputes, discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination claims. This role offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where innovation and client advocacy are at the forefront.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage a caseload of 30-40 employment law matters independently, ensuring cases are handled efficiently and effectively.</p><p>• Draft and review legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, and settlement agreements.</p><p>• Conduct settlement negotiations and represent clients in mediations.</p><p>• Prepare for and lead depositions, including witness preparation and questioning.</p><p>• Monitor and adhere to litigation deadlines while maintaining high-quality legal work.</p><p>• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and witnesses to provide updates and gather necessary information.</p><p>• Perform thorough legal research and analysis to support case strategies.</p><p>• Supervise and guide support staff and paralegals to ensure smooth case management.</p><p>• Stay up-to-date with developments in employment law and apply insights to case strategies.</p>
<p>A mid-sized regional law firm with multiple offices throughout California is looking for a Litigation Practice Assistant to join their heavy-hitting trial team.<strong> 5+ years of complex civil litigation experience in California is required.</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities of Role</u>: </strong></p><p>· eFiling pleadings in state and federal courts </p><p>· preparing for trial substantively</p><p>· generating TOAs/TOCs</p><p>· formatting legal docs (firm uses CCC macros – this is a must have!)</p><p><em> ^ The firm is unable to train on these fundamentals of running a litigation desk; please do not apply without the experience above.</em></p><p> </p><p><strong><u>Perks of Firm</u></strong>:</p><p>o Often named among the 2022 Most Admired Law Firms by the Los Angeles Business Journal</p><p>o Very collegial environment and team</p><p>o Paid parking in the building </p><p>o Team building events </p><p>o RHL has placed numerous people in their NorCal and SoCal offices</p>
<p>Robert Half Legal is partnering with a boutique law firm to identify a skilled Litigation Legal Secretary for a fully remote, part-time, contract opportunity. This role supports a high-profile mass tort sexual abuse case and will provide critical assistance on an ad hoc basis.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare, assemble, and file pleadings and other legal documents in California State Courts with minimal supervision.</li><li>Support attorneys with state filings, document organization, and case management tasks.</li><li>Maintain deadlines and manage filings to ensure all documents meet California civil procedure requirements.</li><li>Coordinate sporadic workload (with advance lead time provided), fluctuating from periods of low activity to up to 15–20 hours per week.</li><li>Communicate clearly with attorneys and staff in a fully remote setting.</li></ul><p><strong>Position Details:</strong></p><ul><li>Contract basis with no fixed end date; workload is project-driven.</li><li>Fully remote; work from any location within the U.S.</li><li>Flexible hours; ideal for candidates seeking supplemental income or working alongside a full-time role.</li><li>Compensation up to $40/hr.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>A well-established boutique plaintiff litigation firm is seeking a legal secretary with 5+ years of experience in civil litigation. This legal secretary will work with another legal secretary to support the attorneys. </p><p> </p><p><strong>This role is 100% onsite in West LA</strong>, and the work hours are 9 am to 5 pm. This legal secretary will prepare legal documents and file in state and federal courts, serve subpoenas, and create TOAs/TOCs.</p><p> </p><p>The firm has excellent stability and will pay 100% for parking, paid holidays, 2 weeks of vacation time, and 1 week for sick time. </p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration for this Legal Secretary opportunity, please send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin< at >RobertHalf.< com ></p><p><br></p><p>#SoCalRHL</p>
We are looking for a skilled Litigation Legal Secretary to join our team in Los Angeles, California. This Contract to permanent position offers a dynamic opportunity to support attorneys in managing legal documentation, court filings, and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in legal procedures and an ability to handle multiple priorities efficiently.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, format, and file legal documents electronically, ensuring compliance with court requirements.<br>• Manage scheduling and maintain an organized calendar of appointments, deadlines, and hearings.<br>• Coordinate and track court filings, including e-filing and physical submissions.<br>• Organize and maintain client files using document management systems.<br>• Assist with dictation and transcription tasks, ensuring accurate preparation of legal correspondence.<br>• Monitor case deadlines and communicate updates to attorneys promptly.<br>• Schedule meetings and manage travel arrangements for attorneys as needed.<br>• Provide administrative support such as answering calls, drafting correspondence, and handling inquiries.<br>• Collaborate with attorneys and other staff to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
<p>Robert Half Legal is pleased to partner with a premier law firm headquartered in Los Angeles, renowned for its outstanding experience and market-leading successes across litigation, corporate, intellectual property, and real estate matters. This client represents both corporations and individuals in their most significant cases and transformative deals.</p><p>We are seeking a Litigation Legal Secretary for a contract-to-hire opportunity. The ideal candidate will provide direct support to one partner on a busy 3–5:1 desk. This hybrid role involves four days in-office per week, within a professional team environment. Upon hire, the salary range is $95,000–$105,000 annually.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Provide comprehensive administrative and legal support to the assigned partner, including document preparation, case management, and calendar maintenance.</li><li>Support litigation procedures, including court filings (state and federal), trial preparation, and e-filing.</li><li>Draft, review, and proofread legal documents and correspondence.</li><li>Efficiently manage complex schedules, meetings, and travel arrangements.</li><li>Maintain and organize case files, records, and confidential information in compliance with firm policies.</li><li>Liaise with courts, clients, and opposing counsel in a professional manner.</li><li>Assist with billing, time entry, and invoice management as needed.</li><li>Collaborate with other secretaries and team members in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul><p><br></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>A well‑respected litigation defense firm is seeking a <strong>Legal Secretary</strong> with 10+ years of California civil litigation experience. This role offers stability, a supportive team environment, and long‑term growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support a <strong>desk of 3–4 attorneys</strong></li><li>Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents (pleadings, discovery, motions, briefs, TOAs/TOCs, etc.)</li><li>Handle <strong>state and federal e‑filings</strong></li><li>Maintain attorney <strong>calendars</strong></li><li>Assist with <strong>trial preparation</strong></li><li>Provide occasional administrative support</li><li><strong>37.5-hour work week</strong></li></ul><p><strong>What the Firm Offers</strong></p><ul><li>Discretionary bonus</li><li>Annual performance reviews and raises</li><li>Medical, dental, and vision insurance</li><li>Long‑term disability and life insurance</li><li>401(k) with employer match</li><li>PTO + paid holidays</li><li>Paid parking</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong><em>My team placed an attorney and a legal secretary with this firm 2 years ago, and they are still with the firm!</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p>TO APPLY, ONLY send your resume directly Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin< at >RobertHalf.< com ></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Electronic Law Librarian to join our team on a long-term contract basis. This position involves creating and maintaining a comprehensive electronic database of legal documents, including court opinions, statutes, and ordinances, using advanced internet research methods. The role offers flexibility with hybrid or remote work options and requires a strong understanding of the U.S. legal system.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Create and manage an organized electronic library of Supreme Court and 9th Circuit opinions, appellate decisions, federal and state statutes, city ordinances, and court rules.<br>• Use advanced internet-based research techniques to locate and retrieve historical legal documents and opinions.<br>• Maintain and enhance the accuracy of a database of civil complaints to improve research capabilities.<br>• Ensure the electronic database is user-friendly and accessible for internal research and external marketing purposes.<br>• Develop efficient systems for cataloging and updating legal documentation.<br>• Perform analyses to identify gaps in existing databases and recommend solutions.<br>• Collaborate with team members to ensure the database meets organizational needs.<br>• Apply knowledge of the U.S. legal system to categorize and organize legal documents effectively.<br>• Train and support team members in utilizing the electronic database and research tools.
<p>Robert Half is looking for a dedicated Litigation Legal Secretary to join our client on a long-term contract basis in Costa Mesa, California. You will be supporting multiple labor and employment partners in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage legal calendars and deadlines using tools such as Compulaw or similar software, ensuring timely filings and compliance.</p><p>• Handle e-filing processes for both state and federal courts with accuracy and efficiency.</p><p>• Prepare for trials by organizing documents and coordinating logistics.</p><p>• Open and maintain legal case files, ensuring all records are up-to-date and accessible.</p><p>• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to ensure smooth workflow and communication.</p><p>• Assist in scheduling and calendaring key dates for litigation and labor/employment cases.</p><p>• Support legal document preparation, including formatting and proofreading.</p>
<p>Position Overview</p><p><br></p><p>A well-established and growing Orange County law firm is seeking an experienced <strong>Litigation Secretary</strong> to support a high-performing team handling sophisticated litigation matters. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with accomplished attorneys in a collaborative environment, while also stepping into a more <strong>senior, leadership-oriented support role</strong> within the firm.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate is detail-driven, highly organized, and confident managing litigation support from case inception through trial. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned litigation secretary who enjoys being a go-to resource for attorneys and contributing to the overall efficiency of the practice.</p><p><br></p><p>Practice Areas</p><ul><li>Complex commercial litigation</li><li>Intellectual property</li><li>Class actions</li><li>White collar defense</li><li>Government and regulatory matters</li></ul><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Handle <strong>e-filing in federal court</strong>, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all filing requirements</li><li>Support attorneys throughout all phases of litigation, from case opening through trial</li><li>Maintain and organize case files to ensure deadlines, filings, and materials are properly tracked</li><li>Manage and maintain <strong>litigation calendars</strong>, including court deadlines and key case milestones</li><li>Prepare, revise, and format pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence in accordance with applicable rules and civil procedure</li><li>Provide hands-on support for hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>A national AmLaw firm in Irvine is seeking a Litigation Secretary to support attorneys representing their clients in sophisticated civil disputes. Matters are detail-heavy, deadline-driven, and require exceptional organization and professionalism. Matters will span business litigation, insurance defense, employment, consumer protection, and real estate. </p><p>This position offers direct attorney interaction and exposure to premium litigation work in a polished, client-facing environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Draft, revise, and finalize litigation pleadings and discovery documents</li><li>Coordinate court filings and service of process (state court; federal court is a plus)</li><li>Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, and trial schedules</li><li>Arrange depositions, mediations, and arbitrations</li><li>Maintain case files and ensure compliance with procedural requirements</li><li>Assemble trial binders, handling exhibits and TOAs/TOCs</li></ul>
