<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>Robert Half Legal is pleased to partner with a highly respected mid-size defense law firm in Beverly Hills to recruit a skilled Litigation Legal Secretary for a contract-to-hire position.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p>This is a contract-to-hire opportunity supporting a dynamic defense litigation team. The Litigation Legal Secretary will play a key role in managing case documentation, scheduling, and supporting attorneys in trial preparation and ongoing litigation matters. Successful performance in the contract period offers the potential for transition to a permanent role.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Draft, format, and revise legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, correspondence, and trial binders.</li><li>File court documents electronically and physically with state and federal courts.</li><li>Maintain attorney calendars, plan meetings, schedule depositions, court appearances, and deadlines.</li><li>Organize, update, and maintain both electronic and hard copy case files with accuracy and confidentiality.</li><li>Professionally communicate with clients, court officials, opposing counsel, and external vendors.</li><li>Assist attorneys with billing, time entry, and the preparation of expense reports.</li><li>Provide additional administrative support as needed, including answering phones and managing office correspondence.</li></ul>
We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary specializing in bankruptcy law to join our dynamic team in Los Angeles, California. This role supports a close-knit group of attorneys and plays a crucial part in ensuring efficient operations within a growing firm. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have exceptional organizational skills, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide administrative and legal support to a team of attorneys, including partners, counsel, and associates.<br>• Manage court filings, including electronic filing and ensuring timely submissions.<br>• Coordinate schedules and maintain accurate court calendars.<br>• Arrange travel logistics for depositions and other legal proceedings.<br>• Communicate with court clerks to obtain case updates and resolve filing issues.<br>• Assist with drafting and formatting legal documents, including tables of contents.<br>• Collaborate with the office manager/paralegal to ensure smooth workflow and task prioritization.<br>• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with legal procedures and firm policies.<br>• Provide support for cases involving Chapter 11 bankruptcy, offering specialized expertise.<br>• Handle administrative tasks such as dictation, correspondence, and document organization.
