<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 a skilled Litigation Legal Secretary to join our dynamic legal team in Oakland, California. In this role, you will provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to attorneys across various practice areas. The ideal candidate will excel in managing legal documentation, maintaining organization, and ensuring seamless communication within a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, format, and revise legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and forms based on handwritten drafts, notes, or dictation.<br>• Proofread legal materials thoroughly to ensure accuracy in spelling, grammar, and formatting.<br>• Handle electronic court filings in both state and federal courts with precision and efficiency.<br>• Manage scheduling and calendaring for meetings, depositions, hearings, and other legal events.<br>• Provide legal calendaring support to track deadlines and court dates.<br>• Assist attorneys with special projects and general administrative tasks as needed.<br>• Facilitate the opening and closing of legal matters with attention to detail.<br>• Compare, edit, and finalize documents using document comparison software to produce redlined versions.<br>• Collaborate with attorneys to complete complex assignments under tight deadlines.
<p>Mid-sized, well-known civil litigation defense firm located near Lake Merritt in Oakland is seeking a Litigation Secretary to join their team on a contract-to-hire basis. This role will support several attorneys handling civil litigation defense matters and is ideal for a candidate who is detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable managing multiple priorities. The intent is to convert to a permanent position if it is a good mutual fit. </p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Perform state and federal e-filing, including compliance with court rules and procedures</li><li>Calendar litigation deadlines and court dates in accordance with applicable rules</li><li>Prepare, format, proofread, and revise pleadings and legal documents</li><li>Create and update tables of contents and tables of authorities</li><li>Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and trial binders</li><li>Manage attorney calendars and coordinate scheduling</li><li>Maintain case files and documents in case management systems</li><li>Communicate with courts, clients, and opposing counsel as needed</li><li>Support multiple attorneys simultaneously in a fast-paced environment</li></ul>
Essential Job Duties:<br><br>Secretarial, word processing, and legal administrative support for multiple partners and associate attorneys in a variety of practice areas.<br>Create, revise, and format legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and forms from handwritten drafts, notes, or dictation. Apply track changes, formatting, and styles; edit, label, and redact documents; compare documents using document comparison software and produce redlined versions; ability to produce TOA and TOC<br>Proofread documents for spelling, grammatical, typographical, and formatting errors<br>Experience with E-filing in both State and Federal courts<br>Assist attorneys with special projects and other general administrative duties.<br>Schedule and calendar meetings, depositions, hearings, and court reporters.<br>Perform legal calendaring<br>Assist with the opening and closing of matters<br>Interact with clients, visitors, attorneys, and staff via telephone and email<br>Qualifications:<br><br>3+ years of experience as a litigation legal secretary within a law firm environment<br>Ability to support multiple attorneys in a fast-paced environment<br>Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask<br>Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills<br>Ability to take direction and work independently with little or no supervision, as well as part of a team<br>Ability to handle complex assignments and complete projects under tight deadlines, must be able to adapt to changing priorities quickly<br>Strong commitment to client service<br>Must be a team player<br>Excellent attention to detail and proofreading skills<br>Ability to work overtime on an occasional basis<br>Minimum Requirements:<br><br>High School diploma or GED, required<br>3+ years of litigation experience required<br>Strong knowledge with Office 365 and Adobe Acrobat or FoxIt PDF<br>Experience with a Document Management System such as IManage, Filesite, NetDocs<br>Candidate must be able to work 5 days in the office for the first 90 days, and then a hybrid work schedule of 3 days in the office
<p>San Francisco law firm looking for Litigation Legal Assistant / Legal Secretary with at least 3-5 years of experience to join a thriving legal practice.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p> · Provide secretarial support to litigation attorneys.</p><p> · Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, correspondence, and discovery materials. </p><p> · Manage and organize case files. </p><p> · Maintain attorney calendars, schedule meetings, depositions, court appearances, and deadlines, and make necessary arrangements.</p><p> · Electronic filing (e-filing) procedures in state and federal courts.</p><p> · Perform other administrative to support the team. </p><p><br></p>
<p>We are partnering with a respected municipal entity in Oakland to find an experienced Litigation Secretary to support a busy civil litigation team. This is a long-term contract opportunity with strong potential to convert to a permanent role for the right fit. The position offers a hybrid schedule: <strong>2 days onsite in Oakland, 3 days remote.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>If you thrive in a fast-paced legal environment and enjoy being key support to attorneys, this could be a great next step in your career.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Provide high-level administrative and litigation support to multiple attorneys</li><li>Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and correspondence</li><li>Create and update Tables of Contents and Tables of Authorities (TOCs/TOAs)</li><li>Manage complex court calendaring and deadlines in accordance with state and federal rules</li><li>Handle state and federal e-filing</li><li>Maintain and organize case files in case management and document management systems (iManage a major plus)</li><li>Assist with case preparation, filings, and general litigation support tasks as needed</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join a midsized firm in the East Bay. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with substantial experience in litigation matters, ideally with exposure to labor and employment cases. You will play a critical role in supporting attorneys through administrative tasks, document preparation, court filings, and calendar management.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Draft and format legal documents, including correspondence, reports, pleadings, and memoranda, using word processing software.</p><p>• File legal documents electronically and physically with district and federal courts, as well as administrative agencies, ensuring compliance with rules and deadlines.</p><p>• Manage schedules and deadlines by maintaining calendar and docket systems, sending reminders, and organizing appointments.</p><p>• Handle incoming phone calls, take detailed messages, and route calls appropriately.</p><p>• Coordinate outgoing mail and deliveries to ensure timely distribution.</p><p>• Organize and maintain client files, ensuring all documents are appropriately indexed and accessible.</p><p>• Assist with travel arrangements, including booking flights, accommodations, and other logistics.</p><p>• Conduct research on state and federal court rules and procedures as needed.</p><p>• Train new team members on office procedures and specialized software.</p><p>• Communicate with courts, clients, co-counsel, opposing counsel, and arbitrators to schedule hearings, arbitrations, and other events.</p>
<p>Established law firm is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary to join their close-knit team in Emeryville, California. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with extensive experience in litigation and proficiency in electronic filing systems for state and federal courts. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting attorneys and ensuring smooth case management.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare, review, and file legal documents and pleadings using electronic filing systems for state and federal courts.</p><p>• Manage case calendars, track deadlines, and coordinate court appearances to ensure all schedules are maintained.</p><p>• Organize and maintain both physical and electronic case files, including discovery materials and correspondence.</p><p>• Draft, proofread, and edit legal correspondence such as memos, letters, and other official documents.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, and court personnel to handle procedural requirements and case updates.</p><p>• Assist in trial preparation by compiling exhibits, witness lists, and creating trial binders.</p><p>• Schedule meetings, depositions, conference calls, and oversee travel arrangements whenever necessary.</p><p>• Respond promptly to attorney and client requests, ensuring workflows are managed efficiently to meet deadlines.</p>
<p>The Senior Administrative Assistant is responsible for high-level administrative support, working closely with executives and teams to ensure seamless daily operations. This position requires excellent judgment, multitasking, and communication skills.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage complex calendars and schedule meetings across multiple time zones</li><li>Coordinate travel arrangements and prepare expense reports</li><li>Draft, proofread, and format critical company correspondence</li><li>Prepare agendas and materials for meetings; record and distribute minutes</li><li>Conduct research and collect data for executive decision making</li><li>Mentor and support junior administrative staff</li></ul>
<p>We have an immediate opening for a <strong>Legal Secretary</strong> to support a solo practitioner in Berkeley. This is a great opportunity to join a quiet, professional office and assist with a practice focused on real property and business law litigation. This a long-term contract that is primarily hybrid. One day a week on-site in Berkeley is required to handle filings. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Draft, format, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and correspondence</li><li>Prepare and maintain tables of contents (TOCs) and tables of authorities (TOAs)</li><li>Handle electronic filing (e-filing) in state and federal courts</li><li>Assist with discovery responses, including organizing and formatting documents</li><li>Maintain and update case files and client records in Clio (database use only, not billing)</li><li>Coordinate scheduling for hearings, depositions, and client meetings</li><li>Make occasional outbound calls to screen potential new clients (no inbound calls required)</li><li>Provide general administrative support, including scanning, copying, and organizing document</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary in San Rafael, California. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys, including managing active litigation cases.</p><p>• Coordinate and execute litigation calendaring and docketing, ensuring deadlines, hearings, and discovery cutoffs are accurately tracked.</p><p>• Prepare, format, and proofread complex legal documents while ensuring compliance with court rules and requirements.</p><p>• Handle e-filing and court submissions for state and federal courts with precision and timeliness.</p><p>• Maintain client files and case management systems, ensuring all records are organized and up-to-date.</p><p>• Communicate professionally with clients, vendors, and internal teams, serving as a reliable point of contact.</p><p>• Manage scheduling and logistics for meetings, hearings, and depositions, ensuring seamless operations.</p><p>• Utilize advanced technical skills in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and legal document management systems to support daily operations.</p><p>• Monitor and prioritize multiple high-priority tasks, ensuring deadlines are met in a fast-paced environment.</p><p>• Uphold confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive information and financial transactions.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Paralegal to join a commercial litigation firm in Oakland, California. This role is crucial to our operations as you will be responsible for assisting attorneys with legal and factual research, case management, and preparing legal documents. You will also have the opportunity to engage in various aspects of litigation from investigations to trial preparation.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Assist in the preparation and submission of filings with State and Federal Courts and arbitration tribunals.</p><p>• Schedule hearings, appointments, and deadlines, ensuring smooth case management.</p><p>• Maintain accurate case files, client information, and records in an organized manner.</p><p>• Conduct legal and factual research, including creating case timelines and synthesizing facts.</p><p>• Aid in the preparation of discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, pleadings, motions, and correspondence.</p><p>• Proofread, format, and check citations in documents, adhering to the Bluebook citation guide.</p><p>• Provide comprehensive assistance in all aspects of litigation, including investigations, discovery, and trial preparation.</p><p>• Maintain and manage document databases and logs; produce documents when necessary.</p><p>• Record time in accordance with ABA litigation guidelines.</p><p>• Perform other case-related administrative duties as assigned.</p>
<p>Our team is seeking a proactive Legal Secretary with one to two years of experience and bilingual Spanish speaking skills. The ideal candidate will provide essential support to our attorneys and staff, assist with administrative tasks, and facilitate effective communication with Spanish-speaking clients through translation and interpretation. This role of Legal Secretary will be in-office at our Sunnyvale location. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents and correspondence</li><li>Manage attorney and office calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments</li><li>Field phone calls and emails, including communication with Spanish-speaking clients</li><li>Translate legal documents and communications between English and Spanish</li><li>Maintain and organize client files, records, and databases</li><li>Assist with court filings and document management</li><li>Perform general administrative tasks as required</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Administrative Assistant to join our team in Fairfield, California. In this role, you will handle a variety of complex and confidential administrative tasks, requiring strong organizational skills and attention to detail. This is a long-term contract position offering the opportunity to contribute to the smooth functioning of departmental operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Perform advanced office support tasks, requiring independent judgment and specialized knowledge.<br>• Research and compile data from multiple sources to complete forms or create detailed reports.<br>• Provide clear information to staff and the public, ensuring policies and procedures are effectively communicated.<br>• Organize and maintain departmental files, ensuring records are accurate and easily accessible.<br>• Draft, edit, and proofread correspondence, reports, and specialized documents with precision.<br>• Manage and track official documents, ensuring compliance with departmental regulations.<br>• Utilize computer systems to input data, generate reports, and maintain databases.<br>• Handle administrative details such as ordering supplies, coordinating equipment repairs, and updating reference materials.<br>• Review computer-generated reports for errors and ensure corrections are made promptly.<br>• Train or supervise team members on specific projects or procedures when necessary.
