<p>Robert Half is recruiting a Litigation Secretary for a highly regarded plaintiff-side personal injury and civil rights litigation law firm in the North Bay. The Legal Secretary will play a pivotal role in keeping the office functioning efficiently, assisting the partners with court filings, coordinating meetings, maintaining electronic case files, and working with clients to gather information and documents for discovery. A good candidate is organized, diligent, can work both independently and as part of a team, and is passionate about helping individual and family clients achieve justice and full recovery.</p><p><br></p><p>Principle responsibilities:</p><p>• Format, proofread, and finalize detailed correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents;</p><p>• File pleadings with both state and Federal trial courts;</p><p>• Work with paralegal to prepare and serve discovery;</p><p>• Process and handle incoming subpoenas and obtain medical records;</p><p>• Communicate with clients in person, over the phone, and via email;</p><p>• Create and maintain digital case files for each client;</p><p>• Perform administrative duties, such as maintaining lawyers’ calendars, scheduling depositions and entering deadlines to the master calendar; and</p><p>• Screen, process, direct, and prioritize incoming calls, emails, and mail.</p><p><br></p><p>Desired qualifications:</p><p>• 5+ year litigation legal assistant experience;</p><p>• Knowledge of state and Federal (ECF) e-filing platforms, rules, and eDockets is preferred;</p><p>• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English is a plus factor;</p><p>• Good written (including editing and proofreading) and verbal communication skills;</p><p>• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, incl. ability to handle multiple projects;</p><p>• Strong time management skills to handle multiple tasks with competing deadlines efficiently; and</p><p>• Solid office software, word processing, database maintenance, and internet research skills.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a terrific direct-hire opportunity with some telecommute flexibility to work remotely part of the week. Our client is offering an annual base salary range of $75,000 – 100,000+/year, depending on experience, for a regular 35-hour workweek (7-hour workday). Some overtime available, but it’s not common. There is bonus compensation and some employment benefits including HMO medical insurance plan, commuter checks, disability insurance, 401k Plan after at least one years of service, and paid vacation and paid sick leave. The attorneys and the office are very friendly and is a nice place to work.</p><p><br></p><p>For confidential consideration, please email resume to Jon Lucchese, VP & Sr. Recruiting Mgr. for Permanent Placement Services, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!</p>
We are looking for an experienced Family Law Paralegal to join our team in Menlo Park, California. This role offers the chance to work on a variety of complex legal matters while contributing to a dynamic and collaborative environment. The position follows a hybrid schedule, requiring in-office presence two days per week.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide attorneys with support in family law cases, including divorce proceedings, child custody disputes, property division, and marital agreements.<br>• Maintain and organize client records in electronic formats, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.<br>• Conduct legal research, manage attorney calendars, monitor court deadlines, and act as a point of contact between clients and attorneys.<br>• Draft legal documents such as pleadings, forms, and discovery materials, as well as coordinate court filings and process serving.<br>• Assist attorneys in trial preparation by creating pleadings, trial notes, and exhibit binders.<br>• Compile and serve discovery requests and responses in a timely manner.<br>• Arrange and oversee the preparation of materials for hearings, mediation sessions, and settlement conferences.<br>• Ensure compliance with local court rules and deadlines while managing administrative tasks efficiently.
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Litigation Paralegal to join our team in Santa Rosa, California. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting attorneys throughout the litigation process, from case preparation to trial execution. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual to contribute to complex legal matters in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct thorough legal research and draft memorandums using platforms such as Lexis and Westlaw.<br>• Manage evidence collection and document production for cases, including coordinating efforts with clients, opposing counsel, and IT teams.<br>• Prepare detailed chronologies of evidence and facts to support legal claims and defenses.<br>• Assist attorneys with drafting pleadings, motions, declarations, and other legal documents.<br>• Review discovery responses and prepare initial drafts of meet-and-confer letters.<br>• Organize deposition materials, including outlines, exhibits, and transcript summaries.<br>• Support pre-trial preparation by compiling evidence, creating witness lists, and assembling trial binders.<br>• Coordinate witness appearances, expert consultations, and document exchanges for expert reports and depositions.<br>• Provide assistance during trial, including jury selection and motions in limine.<br>• Manage litigation calendars for attorneys using Compulaw, ensuring deadlines are met for state, federal, and appellate courts.
We are looking for a skilled Trust and Estate Paralegal to join our team in Orinda, California. In this role, you will play a vital part in assisting attorneys with estate planning, trust administration, and litigation matters. This position requires a high level of attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a commitment to providing exceptional service.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Assist attorneys with drafting and reviewing estate planning documents, including wills and trusts.<br>• Support litigation efforts related to trust disputes and estate matters by managing discovery processes and preparing case files.<br>• Coordinate and manage trust administration tasks, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.<br>• Serve as a licensed Notary Public to notarize essential legal documents as needed.<br>• Conduct legal research to provide accurate information and recommendations to attorneys.<br>• Maintain and organize case files, ensuring all documentation is up-to-date and accessible.<br>• Communicate with clients to gather necessary information and provide updates on case progress.<br>• Collaborate with the legal team to prepare for hearings, trials, and other court proceedings.<br>• Monitor deadlines and ensure timely submission of required filings and documentation.<br>• Contribute to the development and implementation of efficient workflows for estate planning and litigation processes.
<p>We are looking for a Legal Operations Manager to join our team in the Silicon Valley. In this role, you will oversee key aspects of legal and investment operations, ensuring seamless management of equity and debt portfolios, vendor contracts, and compliance processes. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, is detail-oriented, and is eager to contribute to process optimization and technology implementation.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Collaborate with legal and finance teams to support investment and exit transactions, including compliance checks, document preparation, due diligence, and post-closing administration.</p><p>• Manage portfolio-related requests, such as processing stockholder consents, audit confirmations, and due diligence tasks.</p><p>• Coordinate vendor and contract management processes, including negotiation, onboarding, and payment processing for various contract types.</p><p>• Oversee the operation and management of key programs, such as external consultant initiatives and workflow optimization.</p><p>• Maintain and optimize legal technology solutions, including platforms like Ironclad, SimpleLegal, DocuSign, and AODocs.</p><p>• Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within legal operations.</p><p>• Compile, organize, and analyze data to support internal and external reporting requirements, including public filings.</p><p>• Perform administrative tasks, such as document filing, data organization, and tracking daily activities to ensure smooth legal operations.</p>
We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join our team in Menlo Park, California. This long-term contract position offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys and paralegals, providing essential support in managing IP and patent litigation cases. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced legal environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide administrative and litigation support to multiple attorneys and paralegals specializing in IP and patent cases.<br>• Prepare, edit, and format legal documents including correspondence, briefs, pleadings, and discovery motions.<br>• Manage electronic filing of documents with Federal and State courts, ensuring compliance with court rules.<br>• Coordinate calendars, maintain case files, and schedule depositions to support case progress.<br>• Draft and organize caption pages and shells for motions and discovery.<br>• Monitor court websites to stay updated on Local Court Rules.<br>• Process expense reports, check requests, and attorney timesheets with accuracy.<br>• Arrange catering and travel logistics for trials as needed.<br>• Utilize document processing software and tools to ensure efficient handling of legal materials.
