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Legal Assistant

Santa Rosa, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
25.00 - 32.00 USD / Hourly
A well-established law firm in Santa Rosa is seeking a Legal Assistant to support its attorneys and legal staff with a variety of administrative and litigation-related tasks. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional looking to grow their legal career in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have prior law firm experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while providing exceptional support to attorneys and clients. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide administrative support to attorneys, including calendar management, scheduling, and file organization</li><li>Prepare, revise, and format legal correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents</li><li>Maintain and organize physical and electronic case files</li><li>Coordinate court filings, service of process, and document retrieval</li><li>Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and vendors</li><li>Assist with case management, deadlines, and attorney workflow</li><li>Handle incoming calls, emails, and client inquiries</li><li>Support attorneys with trial preparation, hearings, and other legal proceedings as needed</li></ul>
2026-10-26T16:28:45Z

Litigation Legal Assistant

Emeryville, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
35.00 - 45.00 USD / Hourly
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. 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. The candidate will be expected to report on-site in Emeryville for the first 90 days, and then transition to a hybrid schedule. Responsibilities<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>
2026-10-30T22:43:45Z

Legal Assistant

San Francisco, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
25.00 - 32.00 USD / Hourly
A San Francisco–based personal injury law firm is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support its civil litigation practice. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity offering hands-on experience in a collaborative, plaintiff-side law firm environment with long-term potential. The Legal Assistant will provide essential administrative and case support to attorneys and paralegals handling civil litigation matters, primarily personal injury cases. This role is ideal for a legal professional looking to deepen their litigation experience while contributing to the day-to-day operations of a fast-paced firm. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys and paralegals</li><li>Assist with drafting, formatting, and proofreading legal documents and correspondence</li><li>Help prepare and organize pleadings, discovery, and case materials</li><li>Maintain and organize electronic and physical case files</li><li>Track deadlines, assist with calendaring, and schedule meetings and appointments</li><li>Coordinate with clients, court personnel, experts, and vendors as needed</li><li>Assist with court filings and service of documents under attorney direction</li><li>Support trial preparation and other litigation-related tasks as assigned</li></ul>
2026-10-26T16:23:44Z

Legal Assistant

Walnut Creek, CA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
25.00 - 35.00 USD / Hourly
Legal SecretaryWe 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.Responsibilities:<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>Qualifications:<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>This role is ideal for someone who enjoys supporting attorneys, handling client interactions, and keeping legal matters organized and moving forward.
2026-11-05T17:28:45Z

Legal Assistant

Santa Rosa, CA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
30.00 - 36.00 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with a respected North Bay law firm seeking a Litigation Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant to support attorneys with document preparation, court filings, calendaring, case management, and client communications. The ideal candidate will have at least 1+ years of law firm experience, strong organizational and proofreading skills, and experience with civil litigation, estate planning, trust administration, or transactional matters. This is a full-time, fully onsite opportunity offering competitive compensation and benefits. Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare, proofread, format, and revise legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and discovery materials</li><li>Coordinate and manage state and federal court filings, including e-filing procedures</li><li>Maintain attorney calendars, court deadlines, meetings, and appearances</li><li>Schedule depositions, inspections, hearings, and other litigation-related events</li><li>Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files</li><li>Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and outside vendors</li><li>Monitor deadlines and ensure compliance with court rules and filing requirements</li><li>Assist attorneys throughout all phases of litigation, including discovery, trial preparation, and case management</li><li>Provide administrative and legal support to multiple attorneys as needed</li><li>Collaborate with team members and assist with overflow work or coverage when necessary</li></ul>
2026-10-21T19:58:47Z

Legal Assistant

Menlo Park, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
25.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
Boutique law firm is seeking a part-time Legal Assistant to support legal and administrative operations in Menlo Park, California. This Legal Assistant position is ideal for someone who can manage deadlines, coordinate court-related documentation, and keep case activity organized in a fast-paced environment. The role requires strong administrative judgment, accuracy in legal filings, and the ability to work effectively across multiple litigation matters. This part-time role is 20-25 hours per week with a flexible schedule within standard business hours and requires on-site work. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of administrative experience in a corporate work environment; legal experience is a plus but not required. Responsibilities:• Prepare, review, and submit legal documents through electronic filing systems while ensuring compliance with court rules and deadlines.• Maintain attorney calendars by tracking hearings, filing dates, case milestones, and other time-sensitive litigation events.• Organize case files, correspondence, and supporting records so materials are current, accessible, and properly documented.• Coordinate court filings and related follow-up activities, including confirming submissions and resolving filing issues when needed.• Assist with civil litigation matters by supporting document preparation, case tracking, and general legal administrative tasks.• Monitor scheduling changes and communicate important updates to attorneys and internal stakeholders in a timely manner.• Perform routine legal support duties that contribute to efficient case management and day-to-day workflow continuity.Botui
2026-10-30T15:23:42Z

Paralegal/Legal Assistant

South San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Paralegal/Legal Assistant to support an in-house litigation team. Company is based in South San Francisco, California. The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of litigation experience and strong case management experience. Responsibilities:• Oversee litigation files from initial complaint through resolution, helping maintain progress at each stage of the case.• Coordinate calendars, monitor court deadlines, and ensure key dates, hearings, and filing requirements are tracked accurately.• Prepare, review, and electronically submit pleadings and other legal documents to the appropriate courts.• Draft case management conference statements and assist with related court-mandated submissions.• Support discovery efforts by preparing written discovery, organizing responses, and following up on required documentation.• Communicate with clients to gather information and records needed for discovery responses and ongoing case development.• Assist with motion-related filings and help organize supporting responses and related documentation.• Compile, format, and finalize court documents and filing materials in advance of hearings and trial preparation.
2026-10-27T19:04:27Z

Legal Assistant

Walnut Creek, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
33.00 - 43.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Legal Assistant to join a defense-focused litigation practice in Walnut Creek, California. This contract-to-hire opportunity is ideal for someone who is comfortable supporting attorneys in a fast-paced civil litigation environment and can manage both case-related and administrative tasks with accuracy. The role begins with a fully on-site training period of 90 days, followed by a hybrid schedule with three days in the office and two days working from home. Candidates who bring strong court filing experience, strong document preparation skills, and dependable organizational support will be well positioned for success. Responsibilities:• Prepare, revise, and finalize legal documents so they meet court formatting requirements and attorney expectations.• Handle electronic filings in both state and federal courts, ensuring submissions are accurate and completed within required deadlines.• Maintain attorney calendars by tracking hearings, filing dates, meetings, and other litigation-related commitments.• Provide day-to-day administrative assistance to attorneys, including organizing case materials and supporting workflow coordination.• Support civil litigation matters by managing documents, monitoring deadlines, and helping keep case activity on schedule.• Review filing details and court requirements carefully to reduce errors and help maintain compliance across active matters.
2026-11-05T18:53:43Z

Paralegal

Walnut Creek, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Legal Assistant/Paralegal to support a small practice in the East Bay. This role combines substantive paralegal work with legal administrative and office coordination responsibilities in a firm focused on real estate, construction, and business disputes. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, advanced organizational skills, and confidence using legal technology in a fast-paced civil litigation environment. Responsibilities:• Manage case documents from intake through trial, including organizing, reviewing, and analyzing records for active civil litigation matters.• Prepare discovery materials and assist with drafting pleadings, motions, and other case-related documents as needed.• Conduct legal research using platforms such as Westlaw and other technology tools to support attorneys in case strategy and preparation.• Evaluate and screen prospective client inquiries, gathering key information and helping determine next steps for attorney review.• Coordinate trial preparation by assembling exhibits, binders, and other materials required for hearings, depositions, and trial.• Handle civil court filings, arrange service of documents, and ensure submissions meet court rules and deadlines.• Maintain calendars and scheduling for litigation events, client meetings, and court-related obligations.• Build and maintain organized electronic and administrative files, while also supporting office operations, recordkeeping, and supply management.• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks to help keep daily firm operations running smoothly.
2026-10-07T15:53:59Z

Jr. Paralegal

Oakland, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
27.00 - 35.00 USD / Hourly
Our client, a well-established California law firm, is seeking a Junior Litigation Paralegal to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious paralegal looking to build a long-term legal career and gain hands-on experience supporting attorneys throughout the litigation process. The firm is open to candidates who are early in their careers, including recent graduates with relevant internships, as well as those with 1+ years of substantive litigation experience. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, highly organized, and excited about working closely with experienced legal professionals in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist attorneys with all phases of litigation matters</li><li>Draft, organize, and file legal documents with state and federal courts</li><li>Maintain and organize electronic and physical case files</li><li>Prepare exhibits, binders, and materials for hearings, mediations, depositions, and trial</li><li>Conduct basic legal and factual research</li><li>Track deadlines and assist with calendaring important case dates</li><li>Coordinate document production and discovery materials</li><li>Communicate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and vendors as needed</li><li>Support attorneys and senior paralegals on a variety of litigation-related projects</li></ul>
2026-10-24T01:53:44Z

Legal Secretary

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
34.00 - 38.00 USD / Hourly
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. Responsibilities<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>
2026-11-03T18:24:06Z

Legal Secretary

Berkeley, CA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
35.00 - 45.00 USD / Hourly
Our client, a nationally recognized firm, is seeking a Legal Secretary to join their close-knit team in Berkeley. This is a fully onsite, temp-to-hire opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional with a strong civil litigation background who enjoys supporting attorneys, managing priorities, and contributing wherever needed. While the primary focus is legal secretary support, the firm is also open to leveraging administrative and paralegal-related skills when helpful. Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare, revise, proofread, and format pleadings, motions, correspondence, and other legal documents</li><li>Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, court dates, and case-related scheduling</li><li>Handle state and federal court filings, including e-filing</li><li>Organize and maintain case files, pleadings, and litigation documents</li><li>Assist with discovery, document management, and trial preparation</li><li>Prepare exhibits, binders, and hearing materials</li><li>Answer incoming calls and provide general office administrative support</li><li>Assist with document review, investigations, and other substantive case support as needed</li></ul>
2026-10-30T00:53:43Z

Litigation Secretary

San Francisco, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
30.00 - 40.00 USD / Hourly
A reputable San Francisco–based personal injury law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Secretary to support its busy civil litigation practice. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for a proactive, detail-oriented legal secretary who is comfortable supporting attorneys in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The Litigation Secretary will provide high-level administrative and litigation support to attorneys handling plaintiff-side personal injury matters. While personal injury experience is preferred, candidates with experience supporting any civil litigation practice area are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare, revise, and format pleadings, motions, correspondence, and legal documents</li><li>E-file documents in California state and federal courts</li><li>Maintain attorney calendars, track deadlines, and manage court appearances</li><li>Open, maintain, and organize physical and electronic case files</li><li>Assist with discovery preparation and document management</li><li>Coordinate depositions, mediations, hearings, and meetings</li><li>Handle client communications, phone calls, and general administrative support</li><li>Support attorneys with trial preparation as needed</li></ul>
2026-11-02T17:08:48Z

Legal Secretary

Santa Rosa, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
72000.00 - 95000.00 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. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day communication with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and internal team members to keep matters moving efficiently. • Prepare, revise, and format legal documents in accordance with applicable court rules and filing standards. • Draft litigation materials such as pleadings and discovery documents under attorney direction. • Submit documents through electronic filing systems and complete physical court filings when required for state and federal matters. • Maintain organized electronic case records, monitor litigation databases, and ensure firm procedures are followed consistently. • Track and calculate filing dates and other key deadlines using local, state, federal, and appellate rules. • Coordinate attorney schedules by managing court appearances, meetings, and case-related deadlines. • Arrange litigation logistics, including depositions, inspections, and other case events, while keeping stakeholders informed of upcoming obligations. • Provide administrative and trial preparation support throughout all stages of civil litigation and assist colleagues with coverage as needed.
2026-10-27T19:54:07Z

Legal Administrative Assistant

San Francisco, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
27.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
A San Francisco–based personal injury law firm is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Legal Administrative Assistant to support its civil litigation team. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity ideal for a legal admin who enjoys being a central support resource in a fast-paced, plaintiff-side law firm environment. The Legal Administrative Assistant will provide general administrative and operational support to attorneys and legal staff, assisting with case coordination, document handling, and office operations. While experience in personal injury or litigation is preferred, candidates with administrative experience in any legal practice area are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide administrative support to attorneys, paralegals, and legal staff</li><li>Prepare, format, and proofread correspondence and legal documents</li><li>Assist with basic court filings and document submissions as directed</li><li>Maintain and organize electronic and physical case files</li><li>Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments</li><li>Answer phones, direct calls, and interact professionally with clients and vendors</li><li>Assist with intake forms, record requests, and general case coordination</li><li>Support office operations, including supplies, records management, and special projects</li></ul>
2026-10-26T16:23:44Z

Legal Secretary

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
95000.00 - 115000.00 USD / Yearly
A prestigious AmLaw firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary to join its Downtown Los Angeles office. This is an excellent opportunity for a polished legal professional looking to join a sophisticated, high-end firm with an exceptional benefits package and a 37.5-hour workweek. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of litigation legal secretary experience and strong knowledge of both California state and federal court procedures. Experience supporting labor & employment litigators is highly preferred.Responsibilities<ul><li>Support attorneys handling sophisticated labor & employment litigation matters</li><li>Prepare, revise, format and proofread legal documents and correspondence</li><li>Handle state and federal court filings, including e-filing</li><li>Maintain attorney calendars, deadlines and court dates</li><li>Assist with discovery, pleadings, motions and trial preparation</li><li>Coordinate meetings, depositions and other case-related activities</li><li>Manage documents and maintain organized electronic case files</li><li>Provide high-level administrative support in a fast-paced professional environment</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>5+ years of litigation legal secretary experience</li><li>Strong knowledge of California state and federal court rules and procedures</li><li>Labor & employment litigation experience strongly preferred</li><li>Excellent document formatting, proofreading and organizational skills</li><li>Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines</li><li>Professional communication skills and ability to work with attorneys at all levels</li></ul>Why Consider This Opportunity?<ul><li>Prestigious AmLaw firm</li><li>37.5-hour workweek</li><li>Sophisticated labor & employment litigation practice</li><li>High-end, professional working environment</li><li>Excellent long-term career opportunity</li><li>Medical, dental and vision insurance</li><li>401(k)</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package</li></ul>Workplace: Onsite – Downtown Los AngelesQualified candidates interested in learning more are encouraged to apply confidentially, Quidana.Dove< at >RobertHalf.< com >
2026-10-12T15:44:06Z

Legal Secretary

Redwood City, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a highly organized Legal Secretary to support attorneys with litigation, intellectual property, and administrative matters in Redwood City, California. This position plays a key role in keeping case activity, filings, scheduling, and client communications running smoothly while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. Responsibilities: • Submit court filings electronically in state, federal, and appellate venues while ensuring documents meet procedural requirements. • Maintain calendars for hearings, filing dates, trademark matters, and other critical case milestones to help attorneys stay ahead of deadlines. • Prepare engagement documents, client correspondence, and other legal support materials with a high level of accuracy and care. • Arrange logistics for depositions, trials, meetings, travel, and related events, including preparation of agendas and supporting documents. • Handle attorney admissions, memberships, continuing education records, and required registrations in an organized manner. • File and track materials with relevant agencies and courts, and keep both physical and digital case records current and accessible. • Support billing and financial administration by processing expenses, assisting with invoices, and helping reconcile related records. • Conduct basic legal or business research, summarize findings, and assist with reports, outreach, and other administrative projects as needed. • Open new matters, assist with conflict review processes, and provide backup coverage for other legal support team members when required.
2026-10-22T18:08:43Z

Legal Receptionist

San Francisco, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
25.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
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. Key Responsibilities<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>
2026-11-02T17:08:48Z

Labor & Employment Associate

Corte Madera, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
135000.00 - 215000.00 USD / Yearly
Robert Half Legal is recruiting a Labor & Employment Associate for the Marin County office of its large statewide law firm client. The ideal candidate will have 2-10+ years of practice in L& E and/or commercial litigation. Qualifications include excellent writing and oral advocacy skills, diverse discovery and law & motion experience, and optimally some deposition and trial advocacy. This is definitely a partnership-track opportunity, so career-minded litigators who are looking to join a firm that has a good program for business and career development and a genuine interest in developing partners are encouraged to apply. The target salary is $135,000 - 200,000+/yr, DOE, plus sizeable monthly productivity bonuses and a discretionary annual bonus (ranging from $7,000 to $20,000+). Comprehensive benefits, including the firm’s profit-sharing contributions to the retirement plan, are a part of the employment package. For confidential consideration, please email your resume to Jon Lucchese, Vice President for Permanent Placement Services Practice, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!
2026-11-06T06:34:09Z

Legal Secretary Supervisor

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000.00 - 120000.00 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. Responsibilities: • 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. • Oversee team workload and availability, adjusting priorities and redistributing assignments as demands shift to keep matters moving efficiently. • Lead, coach, and support legal secretary staff through regular check-ins, practical guidance, and ongoing feedback that encourages growth and accountability. • Partner with attorneys and legal support colleagues to deliver accurate calendaring, document preparation, filing support, and other essential litigation assistance. • Act as a knowledgeable resource on office procedures, court requirements, and effective work practices, with particular support for less experienced team members. • Contribute to employee performance management by documenting progress, participating in formal evaluations, and helping address workplace concerns in coordination with human resources. • Identify opportunities to strengthen team operations, then implement improved processes, templates, and reference materials that promote consistency and quality. • Provide direct secretarial assistance to assigned attorneys, including scheduling, document formatting and proofreading, electronic filing and service, time entry, and backup support as needed.
2026-10-20T21:38:42Z

Associate Attorney

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
135000.00 - 185000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a dedicated Associate Attorney to join our team in San Francisco, California. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in civil litigation defense within a collaborative and supportive environment. If you are a licensed attorney passionate about building your career and gaining hands-on experience, this position is ideal for you. Responsibilities: • Manage a diverse caseload, taking primary responsibility for cases based on your level of experience. • Represent clients during court appearances, depositions, mediations, and other legal proceedings. • Conduct legal research and prepare motions, briefs, and other necessary documentation. • Handle discovery processes, including drafting and responding to interrogatories and requests for production. • Collaborate with clients to provide regular updates and address legal concerns. • Prepare for trials, including pre-trial motions and strategy development. • Participate in settlement negotiations and mediations to advocate for client interests. • Work closely with partners and other team members to ensure high-quality case management. • Maintain effective use of case management and document management software. • Stay current with legal trends and developments to enhance expertise.
2026-10-22T18:08:43Z

Legal Secretary

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000.00 - 105000.00 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities:• Draft, revise, proofread, and finalize litigation documents such as motions, briefs, and related court submissions before filing.• Produce accurate tables of contents and tables of authorities, and apply advanced formatting tools to ensure consistency across legal documents.• Prepare final filing sets in PDF format, including bookmarking, pagination, and layout adjustments that meet court submission requirements.• Partner with paralegals and legal team members to assemble exhibits, appendices, and supporting records for filings and case materials.• Monitor applicable court rules, filing procedures, and judge-specific requirements to help maintain compliance across matters.• Keep case information records current by updating deadlines, court details, captions, and service lists with accuracy.• Manage the storage and organization of draft and final documents within litigation document management systems while preserving accessibility and security.• Support shared litigation workflows by responding to team assignments, assisting with filing requests, and helping coordinate coverage for urgent or after-hours submissions.• Follow established litigation support procedures and practice guidelines to promote consistency, quality, and compliance in daily work.
2026-10-22T18:08:43Z

Litigation Support Specialist

San Francisco, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
30.00 - 35.00 USD / Hourly
A San Francisco–based law firm is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Litigation Support Specialist to support attorneys and litigation teams through all phases of the litigation lifecycle. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for someone who excels in managing large volumes of data, supporting e‑discovery workflows, and ensuring litigation materials are accurately organized and accessible. The Litigation Support Specialist will work closely with attorneys, paralegals, and IT teams to support document review, discovery, and trial preparation efforts in a fast-paced legal environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Support litigation teams with e‑discovery and document management throughout active cases</li><li>Assist with document collections, processing, and productions</li><li>Manage and maintain litigation databases and document review platforms (e.g., Relativity)</li><li>Coordinate document review workflows and ensure quality control during review projects</li><li>Prepare and organize discovery responses, exhibits, and trial materials</li><li>Support deposition and trial preparation, including exhibit management and logistics</li><li>Troubleshoot basic technical issues related to litigation databases and review tools</li><li>Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and vendors on discovery-related tasks</li><li>Ensure compliance with court rules, discovery deadlines, and confidentiality standards</li></ul>
2026-11-02T17:08:48Z

Executive Assistant

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
35.00 - 45.00 USD / Hourly
Robert Half Legal is partnering with a prestigious academic healthcare institution in San Francisco to identify a highly experienced Executive Assistant for a short-term, hybrid contract opportunity (2 days onsite/3 days remote) spanning November–December 2026. This position will provide high-level executive and administrative support to senior leadership within the Office of Legal Affairs, including complex calendaring, executive communications, document preparation, project coordination, and coverage for other administrative staff during absences. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience supporting senior executives in a fast-paced, highly confidential professional environment, with exceptional organizational skills, independent judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities with discretion. Full-time availability (40 hours/week) is preferred, but qualified part-time candidates will also be considered. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide senior-level executive and administrative support within a fast-paced, highly confidential legal environment.</li><li>Manage complex executive calendars, coordinate meetings, prioritize scheduling requests, and accommodate competing leadership demands.</li><li>Coordinate communications with senior university leadership, internal departments, attorneys, and external stakeholders.</li><li>Draft, edit, proofread, and format executive correspondence, reports, presentations, and legal-related documents.</li><li>Support project coordination and administrative workflows, including tracking deadlines, action items, and follow-up across departments.</li><li>Maintain confidential records, electronic files, and document management systems, ensuring discretion when handling sensitive or privileged information.</li><li>Provide administrative coverage for other Office of Legal Affairs staff during absences.</li></ul>
2026-10-22T19:33:45Z

Civil Litigation Associate

San Francisco, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
50.00 - 65.00 USD / Hourly
A well-established San Francisco–based personal injury law firm is seeking a Civil Litigation Associate with 1–2+ years of post-bar experience to join its growing practice. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity offering hands-on litigation experience, mentorship, and the potential for long-term placement. The Associate will support all phases of civil litigation on plaintiff-side matters, primarily personal injury cases. While plaintiff-side personal injury experience is preferred, the firm is open to candidates from any civil litigation practice area who are eager to transition into this space. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other litigation-related documents</li><li>Manage written discovery and assist with depositions</li><li>Conduct legal research and factual investigations</li><li>Assist with case strategy, trial preparation, and settlement negotiations</li><li>Communicate with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and court personnel</li><li>Support senior attorneys throughout the lifecycle of active litigation matters</li></ul>
2026-11-02T17:08:48Z

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