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Corporate Legal Secretary

San Mateo, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a highly organized Corporate Legal Secretary to support senior legal leadership and contribute to the daily operations of a busy legal team in San Mateo, California. This position blends executive-level coordination with legal administrative work, requiring discretion, accuracy, and strong follow-through. The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing competing priorities, handling sensitive documentation, and partnering with internal teams and external contacts in a detail-focused real estate environment. Responsibilities: • Support the Chief Administrative Officer with complex scheduling, travel planning, itinerary preparation, and coordination of meetings involving both internal partners and outside parties. • Act as a central point of contact for legal leadership by managing communications, resolving scheduling conflicts, and prioritizing urgent matters with sound judgment. • Prepare, revise, proof, and distribute correspondence, presentations, legal documents, transaction materials, and executive briefing packets. • Oversee departmental administrative workflows, including expense submissions, check requests, purchase card reconciliations, and invoice routing through established approval procedures. • Receive, track, and distribute legal notices, subpoenas, summons, complaints, hearing documents, and government correspondence related to properties and regulatory matters. • Maintain matter records for claims and disputes, keeping legal tracking systems current through close coordination with attorneys and paralegals. • Coordinate meetings, team gatherings, off-site events, and department functions by arranging logistics, venues, catering, conference rooms, and virtual meeting details. • Manage incoming calls, daily mail, certified shipments, and document handling tasks such as scanning, copying, filing, and distribution across the Legal Department. • Organize legal and real estate records, update department reference materials, maintain electronic and physical filing systems, and assemble closing binders and execution packages. • Provide notary support for legal documents and assist with housing contract submissions, HR-related administrative projects, and other departmental assignments as needed.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Corporate Paralegal

Palo Alto, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
115000 - 145000 USD / Yearly
Unlock Your Legal Career: Join Us as a Real Estate Paralegal in Palo Alto!Are you a driven and detail-oriented legal professional ready to make a real impact? We invite you to become an essential part of our in-house legal team as our next Corporate Paralegal! Work alongside accomplished attorneys in a collaborative, high-performance legal environment where your contributions are valued and your expertise can thrive. Compensation Range: $125k-$145k with a bonus potential up to 10% of the annual base pay. Why You’ll Love This Role:<ul><li>Impactful Work: Support strategic corporate initiatives by managing key governance, compliance, and real estate transactions that shape our company’s success.</li><li>Diverse Challenges: Tackle sophisticated projects involving multi-jurisdictional entity management, high-stakes financings, and complex acquisitions. Every day brings new opportunities to grow your skill set.</li><li>Professional Growth: Gain hands-on experience working directly with senior attorneys and leaders. You’ll play a critical role in transaction execution, entity management, and process optimization.</li><li>Cutting-Edge Environment: Join a forward-thinking legal department that leverages modern technology and best practices to drive efficiency and results.</li><li>Work-Life Balance: Enjoy predictable hours in a supportive culture, with the flexibility of partial remote work in beautiful Palo Alto.</li></ul>What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Draft and review corporate governance documents, board resolutions, and compliance filings.</li><li>Manage entity formations, dissolutions, and registrations across multiple states or countries while maintaining accurate records.</li><li>Assist with due diligence for acquisitions, financings, and joint ventures—prepare transaction summaries and coordinate closings.</li><li>Prepare and review documents for real estate deals and property management, upholding accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Maintain legal databases and facilitate the execution and filing of essential documents.</li><li>Collaborate with outside counsel, title companies, and colleagues across departments.</li><li>Tackle new challenges and support process improvements across our legal operations.</li></ul>
2026-07-01T00:00:00Z

Corporate Paralegal

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 50 USD / Hourly
A San Francisco–based corporate legal department is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Corporate Paralegal to support in-house counsel with a wide range of corporate governance, compliance, and transactional matters. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, business-oriented legal environment and brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and a proactive mindset. The Corporate Paralegal will play a key role in supporting day-to-day legal operations and ensuring accurate documentation and compliance across the organization. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Support in-house counsel with corporate governance matters, including entity management and maintenance</li><li>Prepare, review, and organize corporate documents such as board consents, resolutions, and meeting minutes</li><li>Assist with entity formations, dissolutions, mergers, and other corporate transactions</li><li>Maintain corporate records, minute books, and cap tables</li><li>Manage contract lifecycle tasks, including tracking, organizing, and assisting with reviews of NDAs, MSAs, and other commercial agreements</li><li>Coordinate signatures and execution of legal documents</li><li>Assist with compliance filings and deadlines, including annual reports and regulatory requirements</li><li>Conduct basic legal research and support special projects as needed</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, HR, and business teams</li></ul>
2026-07-06T00:00:00Z

Corporate Paralegal

San Jose, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
115000 - 175000 USD / Yearly
Inhouse legal team is seeking a Corporate Paralegal/Senior Legal Assistant to join their team in San Jose, CA. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a company that is reshaping the future of energy. As a key member of the Legal Department, you will provide advanced administrative and legal support, ensuring the smooth operation of corporate governance and legal processes. This role offers excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k. Responsibilities:• Provide direct administrative and legal support to the Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary.• Manage legal invoices, set up purchase orders, and track expenses to maintain alignment with budgetary goals.• Prepare and distribute Board of Directors meeting materials, draft agendas and consents, and oversee compliance with governance requirements.• Maintain corporate records, assist with entity formation, and handle annual filings to support subsidiary governance.• Organize, draft, review, and archive contracts, agreements, and other critical legal documents.• Coordinate document execution processes, including electronic signatures and contract lifecycle management systems.• Update and maintain legal knowledge databases and systems to ensure accessibility and accuracy.• Conduct research on legal matters and create summaries or reports to support decision-making.• Facilitate onboarding and training for new Legal team members to ensure seamless integration.• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to address legal inquiries and improve department processes.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

San Francisco, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant to provide comprehensive support to attorneys and ensure the efficient operation of legal cases and firm processes. This role requires a proactive individual who excels in managing legal documentation, scheduling, correspondence, and trial preparation. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and a deep understanding of litigation procedures. Responsibilities: • Open and close legal cases by obtaining necessary contracts, authorizations, and case details, and ensure proper documentation is circulated. • Draft, prepare, and send legal correspondence, including communications with clients and other relevant parties. • Coordinate travel arrangements for attorneys and manage incoming mail and service documents appropriately. • Order and organize investigation reports and medical records for case files. • Transcribe dictation promptly and maintain attorney calendars for appointments, depositions, and court schedules. • Create, maintain, and organize both physical and electronic case files, ensuring all documents are saved and routed correctly. • Prepare and file complaints, motions, and other pleadings in state and federal courts, adhering to deadlines and filing requirements. • Schedule court appearances, depositions, and client meetings, arranging for interpreters or videographers when necessary. • Assist in trial preparation by organizing trial binders, exhibits, and other materials, and coordinating expert witnesses and jury instructions. • Manage discovery processes, ensuring timely receipt and distribution to attorneys, paralegals, and clients.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
25 - 32 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>
2026-07-14T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

Berkeley, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant to join our team in Berkeley, California. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic plaintiff IP firm by supporting various administrative, legal, and organizational tasks. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and bring versatility to a team-oriented office setting. Responsibilities: • Manage reception duties, including answering phones and greeting visitors with professionalism. • Coordinate court filings and handle e-filing processes accurately and efficiently. • Support civil litigation tasks through calendar management and scheduling. • Assist with administrative responsibilities such as document organization and office setup. • Perform light paralegal duties as required, including aiding in litigation preparation. • Maintain organized records and ensure timely updates to legal documents. • Collaborate with attorneys and staff to meet deadlines and client needs. • Provide general office support to ensure smooth daily operations. • Handle correspondence and communication with courts and clients. • Adapt to a variety of tasks, combining administrative, secretarial, and paralegal work.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

Burlingame, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a dependable Legal Assistant to support a trusts and estates practice in Burlingame, California. This position plays an important role in keeping client files, correspondence, and administrative workflows organized for a group of paralegals. The right candidate is comfortable handling recurring processes, communicating clearly, and maintaining a high level of accuracy in a structured office environment. Responsibilities: • Manage daily incoming and outgoing mail by sorting materials, preparing correspondence, and ensuring timely distribution to the appropriate team members. • Create, update, and maintain organized paper and digital client files, including document intake, scanning, indexing, and ongoing records upkeep. • Prepare documents for signature by reviewing formatting, completeness, and supporting materials before circulation. • Draft transmittal letters and other client-facing correspondence to send completed documents and related information. • Monitor certified mail activity, including receipt tracking and confirmation of delivery for important legal communications. • Support legal and administrative filings by coordinating check requests, lodging wills, recording deeds, and preparing proofs of service. • Assemble exhibits and backup documentation for petitions, tax filings, and other matters handled by the trusts and estates team. • Assist with post-recording follow-up by attaching confirmations, updating files, and sending final transmittal materials as needed.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

Oakland, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Legal Assistant to join our team in Oakland, California. This role requires expertise in civil litigation procedures and fluency in both English and Spanish. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proficient in legal document preparation, and possess excellent organizational and communication skills. Responsibilities: • Prepare and draft routine legal documents, including complaints, discovery materials, motions, and briefs. • Manage e-filing processes and ensure timely submission of court documents. • Coordinate and maintain legal calendars, including deadlines and court appearances. • Conduct thorough analysis and prioritization of legal tasks and projects. • Utilize Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat Pro efficiently to support legal operations. • Communicate effectively in English and Spanish to assist with bilingual legal needs. • Apply in-depth knowledge of California Superior Court civil litigation rules and procedures. • Ensure accuracy and compliance in all court filings and documentation. • Collaborate with attorneys and other team members to meet case deadlines and objectives.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

San Francisco, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
Legal Assistant to join our team in San Francisco, California. Duties: <ul><li>Prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery materials. </li><li>TOCs and TOAs</li><li>Electronic and paper filing </li><li>Prepare binders and document production </li><li>Provide administrative assistance on complex litigation processes and deadlines</li><li>Support attorneys with time management tasks, time entry and billing coordination </li></ul>
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

Emeryville, CA
remote
Permanent / Full Time
31200 - 52000 USD / Yearly
Congenial law firm is seeking a REMOTE part-time Legal Assistant to join their Bay Area team. This role requires someone who is detail-oriented, with extensive experience in litigation support and a strong understanding of legal procedures. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing critical tasks efficiently. This role will ideally be 20-25 hours/week. The hourly range for this remote position would be $30-45/hr. Responsibilities:• Prepare and assemble motions, tables of contents, and tables of authorities with precision and accuracy.• Handle electronic court filings across various platforms while ensuring compliance with legal requirements.• Manage litigation calendars to track important deadlines and court dates effectively.• Coordinate and organize court filings to support attorneys in ongoing cases.• Maintain detailed documentation and records related to litigation processes.• Collaborate with attorneys and other legal staff to ensure seamless workflow and task completion.• Provide administrative support in civil litigation matters, including document formatting and proofreading.• Monitor and prioritize tasks to meet strict deadlines and deliver high-quality work.• Adapt to changing workloads and take on additional hours when necessary.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Legal Assitant

Palo Alto, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 45 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a Legal Assistant with commercial real estate experience to support attorneys handling sophisticated commercial real estate transactions and related legal matters. This role will provide both administrative and substantive legal support while assisting with court calendaring, e-filing, document preparation, and overall matter management. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide comprehensive support to attorneys handling commercial real estate matters.</li><li>Prepare, edit, proofread, and finalize legal documents and correspondence.</li><li>Maintain attorney calendars and schedule appointments, meetings, and deadlines.</li><li>Track and manage court deadlines and litigation-related calendars.</li><li>Perform state and federal court e-filings.</li><li>Prepare court forms and filing packages.</li><li>Coordinate service of process and filing confirmations.</li><li>Assist with commercial lease agreements, amendments, purchase agreements, and closing documents.</li><li>Maintain transaction and matter files.</li><li>Organize due diligence materials and transaction documentation.</li><li>Prepare closing binders and document indexes.</li><li>Draft routine correspondence and legal forms.</li><li>Coordinate document execution and signature collection.</li><li>Communicate with clients, title companies, escrow officers, lenders, brokers, and third-party vendors.</li><li>Monitor deadlines associated with transactions and litigation matters.</li><li>Assist with billing, expense reporting, and administrative tasks.</li><li>Manage document management systems and file organization.</li><li>Conduct legal and public record research as requested.</li><li>Support attorneys with document productions and information requests.</li><li>Assist with hearing preparation and filing logistics when needed.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all client interactions.</li></ul>
2026-07-17T00:00:00Z

Legal Administrative Assistant

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 40 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>
2026-07-14T00:00:00Z

Legal Administrative Assistant

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are partnering with a leading law firm in San Francisco to identify a polished, highly professional Administrative Support Services Assistant to join their team on a contract-to-hire basis. This full-time (35-hour/week) opportunity requires candidates to report onsite Monday through Thursday from 10:00 AM–6:00 PM, with Fridays remote per the firm's hybrid policy. The role provides administrative and operational support to attorneys and staff through calendar management, meeting coordination, document production, travel arrangements, file maintenance, and general office support while also serving as backup reception and legal administrative support as needed.The firm is seeking someone with strong administrative fundamentals who enjoys supporting a collaborative office environment, communicates professionally with attorneys, staff, and visitors, and is comfortable balancing a variety of day-to-day administrative responsibilities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within a sophisticated law firm environment.Core Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide onsite administrative support for attorneys, professional staff, and visiting personnel </li><li>Accept and respond to internal administrative support requests, coordinating with on-site personnel as needed </li><li>Maintain calendars, contacts, scheduling, and meeting logistics </li><li>Coordinate conference room reservations and meeting setup </li><li>Arrange domestic travel </li><li>Respond promptly to attorney and staff administrative requests </li><li>Proofread, prepare, scan, copy, bind, file, and organize legal and administrative documents </li><li>Prepare legal correspondence and electronic filings as requested </li><li>Create and maintain electronic and physical filing systems </li><li>Prepare new client and matter forms, engagement letters, and binders </li><li>Provide backup reception coverage and legal administrative support during staff absences and office rotations </li><li>Assist with special projects and additional administrative responsibilities as assigned </li></ul>
2026-07-16T00:00:00Z

Legal Administrative Assistant

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 98000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Administrative Assistant to support attorneys and office operations in San Francisco, California. This role combines legal document preparation, calendar and meeting coordination, client-facing administrative support, and expense and time-entry assistance. The ideal candidate is organized, resourceful, and comfortable managing multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of professionalism and accuracy. Hours and Office Schedule: 10:00am - 6:00pm PST, 35-hour standard work week. 5 days onsite to begin and then potential to switch to hybrid 3-days onsite after 90 days. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Do legal documentation – create TOA/TOCs, create binders, files, photocopying and scanning, etc. </li><li>Coordinate conference rooms and meeting logistics for attorneys, clients, and internal teams.</li><li>Welcome visitors professionally and help organize in-person and virtual meetings to ensure a smooth client experience.</li><li>Monitor monthly expenses, prepare reimbursement and expense reports, and assist with corporate card administration.</li><li>Arrange business travel and related itineraries while ensuring schedules and reservations are accurate.</li><li>Draft, format, proofread, and finalize legal correspondence, filings, and other documents at the direction of attorneys.</li><li>Handle document production tasks such as scanning, copying, binding, filing, faxing, and assembling organized case or transaction materials.</li><li>Create and maintain matter files, client intake forms, engagement documents, binders, tables of contents, and tables of authorities.</li><li>Support attorneys with administrative tracking, including bar memberships, court admissions, time entry, prebill revisions, and cover letter preparation.</li><li>Complete limited non-billable research, provide backup assistance to administrative staff, and contribute to special assignments as needed.</li></ul>
2026-07-08T00:00:00Z

Corporate Paralegal - Real Estate

Menlo Park, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Corporate Paralegal with real estate experience to support complex financing and transactional matters in San Francisco, California. This role will focus on preparing and reviewing legal documentation, coordinating closing activities, and organizing due diligence materials across multiple deals. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, exceptional follow-through, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment. Responsibilities:• Prepare financing and supporting legal documents for commercial real estate matters, including materials related to transfers, assumptions, lien releases, approvals, and closing deliverables.• Examine transaction records for accuracy and completeness, such as deeds, lease memoranda, easements, notes, security instruments, assignments, intercreditor arrangements, and related certificates.• Organize closings from start to finish by assembling signature packages, maintaining data rooms, tracking executed paperwork, and compiling final closing sets.• Draft closing instructions and assist with loan closings involving real property and other pledged collateral.• Review settlement statements and help facilitate the filing, recording, and post-closing distribution of required documents.• Analyze title commitments, surveys, easements, restrictive covenants, endorsements, and title policies, and prepare summaries identifying key issues and required follow-up.• Request, collect, and evaluate diligence items, including organizational records, registration materials, and other entity-related documentation.• Maintain transaction calendars and critical date trackers to ensure timely completion of milestones, deliverables, and filing requirements.• Prepare and review corporate governance and entity documents, including formation papers, partnership or operating agreements, bylaws, resolutions, stock-related records, and dissolution materials.• Provide quality control across active matters and offer coverage support for the broader legal team when priorities shift or additional assistance is needed.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Corporate Associate

San Francisco, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
160000 - 240000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is recruiting an experienced Corporate Associate for a highly regarded transactional boutique law firm in downtown San Francisco (flexible telecommute) that services emerging technology and start-up clientele. The Associate is responsible for actively managing their start-up clients’ corporate matters (significant direct client interface), assisting with corporate formation & maintenance, doing due diligence and closings for venture capital and private equity financings, and equity administration (including providing guidance in updating capitalization tables). The firm is looking for a start-up lawyer with 4+ years of experience doing the aforementioned work on behalf of venture-backed private companies, preferably at a large- or mid-sized SF or Silicon Valley law firm. The Associate needs to be motivated by direct client service (this is a client-facing role), responsiveness, and relationship building. The reason this opportunity stands out from the rest is that this very friendly, congenial law firm is all about WORK-LIFE BALANCE. There is very little evening and weekend work. The billable hour requirement is 1,250/yr and there are good bonuses for exceeding that low threshold. The career trajectory for these positions is either partnership-track or to become a General Counsel at a successful start-up. Many of their alumni are lead in-house counsel for top technology clients. The firm is casual, laid back, and they often do social get-togethers and teambuilding events. A wonderful place to work! Our client is offering an annual base salary of $175,000 - 235,000+/yr, DOE and annual production bonuses (described above). The firm pays 100% of medical/dental/vision premiums for the employee and the dependents (!!), contributes 3% of total annual compensation to a 401k plan, has a good PTO policy, and pays generous monthly stipends for commuting, cell phone, etc. For confidential consideration, please email resume to Jon Lucchese, Vice President for Permanent Placement Services Practice, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Legal Receptionist

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
24 - 30 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>
2026-07-06T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 127000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to support attorneys serving private clients in trust, estate, and charitable planning matters in San Francisco, California. This hybrid position combines administrative coordination, document production, client communication, and billing support while working closely with legal and accounting teams. The ideal candidate is organized, discreet, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a law firm environment. Responsibilities: • Prepare, revise, and format legal correspondence, reports, and client-facing documents with a high degree of accuracy and professionalism. • Review materials for grammar, consistency, and completeness, and route finalized documents to the appropriate attorneys, clients, or internal teams. • Oversee attorney schedules by arranging meetings, calls, travel, and other time-sensitive commitments. • Maintain orderly electronic and physical files, ensuring records are easy to retrieve and updated in document management systems. • Coordinate meeting logistics, including reserving conference space, organizing materials, and supporting internal and external attendees. • Serve as a point of contact for clients and colleagues by gathering information, relaying updates, and responding to routine requests promptly. • Enter attorney time records, assist with expense submissions, and help keep administrative documentation current. • Support the billing cycle by preparing invoice drafts, making revisions, and collaborating with attorneys and accounting staff to finalize client bills. • Assist with opening new matters by helping with conflict checks, engagement paperwork, and related intake documentation. • Handle general administrative tasks such as scanning, copying, and other office support duties while protecting confidential client and firm information.
2026-06-29T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Emeryville, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join our team in Emeryville, California. In this role, you will support our legal professionals in managing litigation cases, ensuring smooth coordination of administrative and legal processes. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in litigation and e-filing, along with a proactive approach to organizational and communication tasks. This firm also offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings plans. Responsibilities:• Prepare and format legal documents and pleadings for submission in state and federal courts through e-filing systems.• Maintain and monitor case calendars, ensuring all deadlines and court appearances are accurately tracked.• Organize and manage both physical and electronic case files, including discovery materials and correspondence.• Draft, proofread, and finalize legal correspondence, including letters and memoranda.• Coordinate with attorneys, clients, and court staff to update case statuses and ensure procedural compliance.• Assist in trial preparation by compiling exhibits, creating witness lists, and assembling trial binders.• Schedule and organize meetings, depositions, and conference calls, as well as arrange travel plans when necessary.• Respond promptly to attorney and client inquiries, proactively managing workflows to meet critical deadlines.
2026-07-02T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Redwood City, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 120000 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.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

San Jose, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a highly organized Legal Secretary to support attorneys handling complex business litigation in San Jose, California. This role requires someone who can manage court-related documentation with precision, maintain critical deadlines, and coordinate smoothly across multiple legal matters in both federal and state courts. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to remain accurate and responsive in a fast-paced legal environment. Responsibilities:• Prepare, format, proofread, and file legal documents for matters in federal and state courts, ensuring compliance with applicable procedural and court-specific rules.• Maintain attorney calendars by tracking hearings, filing deadlines, trials, and other case milestones, and proactively communicate upcoming commitments.• Submit documents through electronic filing platforms and court systems, including services commonly used for litigation support and court submissions.• Support litigation workflow by organizing case materials, managing transcripts, and maintaining orderly electronic and physical records.• Coordinate attorney dictation, correspondence, and document revisions while producing high-quality work product under tight timelines.• Assist with trial preparation by assembling binders, exhibits, briefs, and supporting materials needed for hearings and courtroom proceedings.• Use legal research and practice support tools to help attorneys access case information, filings, and related litigation documents.• Work across multiple active matters at once, prioritizing urgent requests and adjusting quickly to shifting deadlines and attorney needs.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Emeryville, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
33 - 40 USD / Hourly
A busy employment litigation firm in Emeryville is seeking a Legal Secretary to join its team on a contract-to-hire basis. This position is fully onsite for the first 90 days to support training, onboarding, and integration with the team, before transitioning to a hybrid schedule of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote. The ideal candidate will have prior litigation support experience and be comfortable handling traditional legal secretarial responsibilities, including dictation/transcription, state and federal e-filing, document formatting, and calendaring, in a fast-paced law practice. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Support attorneys handling employment litigation matters</li><li>Prepare, revise, proofread, and format legal documents and correspondence</li><li>Create and maintain Tables of Contents (TOC) and Tables of Authorities (TOA)</li><li>File documents in California state and federal courts</li><li>Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, court dates, and reminders</li><li>Coordinate hearings, depositions, meetings, and other case-related events</li><li>Handle document production, organization, and case file maintenance</li><li>Perform dictation and transcription as needed</li><li>Assist with general administrative and legal support duties</li></ul>
2026-07-14T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Walnut Creek, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to support litigation attorneys in Walnut Creek, California. This position plays a key role in keeping legal matters organized, deadlines on track, and court-related documents prepared accurately for filing and trial activity. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of California civil litigation procedures, exercises sound judgment in a fast-paced environment, and communicates effectively with attorneys, clients, and outside parties. Responsibilities: • Manage attorney calendars and deadline tracking systems to ensure hearings, filings, meetings, and case milestones are scheduled accurately and completed on time. • Coordinate appointments and legal proceedings with clients, expert witnesses, opposing counsel, co-counsel, and court personnel while maintaining a high level of professionalism. • Review incoming mail and case materials, route items for attorney attention, and update records so time-sensitive matters are properly indexed and calendared. • Draft, format, and finalize correspondence, memoranda, pleadings, discovery materials, and trial-related documents based on dictation, handwritten notes, and draft content. • Organize and maintain confidential electronic case files, making sure documentation is complete, accessible, and updated to reflect ongoing activity. • Prepare and submit court filings, including discovery, pre-trial, and trial documents, in compliance with applicable filing rules and procedural requirements. • Support all phases of discovery by arranging schedules, tracking deadlines, and coordinating related activities for matters involving both plaintiffs and defendants. • Provide dependable secretarial coverage for short-term and long-term assignments and offer backup assistance to other legal support team members as needed. • Stay current on court rules, filing procedures, and litigation support practices while contributing to departmental initiatives and other assigned projects.
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Los Gatos, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
28 - 38 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a Legal Secretary with commercial real estate experience to support a busy legal practice. The ideal candidate will provide high-level administrative and legal support to attorneys handling commercial real estate transactions, leasing matters, acquisition and disposition transactions, financing matters, and property development projects. This role requires exceptional organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare, revise, proofread, and format commercial real estate legal documents.</li><li>Draft correspondence and legal forms for attorney review.</li><li>Coordinate commercial real estate transaction documentation.</li><li>Assist with purchase and sale agreements, lease agreements, amendments, and closing documents.</li><li>Prepare signature packets and closing binders.</li><li>Manage attorney calendars, meetings, and deadlines.</li><li>Schedule client meetings, conference calls, and transaction-related meetings.</li><li>Coordinate document execution and notarization processes.</li><li>Maintain and organize electronic and physical client files.</li><li>Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence.</li><li>Communicate with clients, brokers, title companies, lenders, surveyors, and vendors.</li><li>Assist with due diligence review and document organization.</li><li>Track transaction progress and critical closing dates.</li><li>Review documents for formatting consistency and accuracy.</li><li>Prepare expense reports, invoices, and administrative reports.</li><li>Coordinate travel arrangements when necessary.</li><li>Assist attorneys with workload management and practice support.</li><li>Support multiple attorneys and legal professionals simultaneously.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of sensitive client information.</li></ul>
2026-07-17T00:00:00Z