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Legal Assistant

Berkeley, CA
onsite
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.
2026-05-05T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Legal Assistant to support a busy litigation practice in San Francisco, California. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and can balance document preparation, court filing coordination, and administrative support with a high level of accuracy. The successful candidate will work closely with attorneys and colleagues while helping maintain organized case files, manage deadlines, and provide attentive service to clients. Responsibilities: • Prepare, format, and finalize litigation materials such as pleadings, motions, discovery papers, correspondence, and other case-related documents for submission and distribution. • Manage electronic filing activities in state and federal courts, including trial and appellate matters, while monitoring filing requirements and deadlines. • Open and organize digital matter files, maintain accurate records, and support ongoing file administration through the firm's document management tools. • Draft, revise, and process legal and administrative documents, memoranda, and communications with strong attention to detail and consistency. • Coordinate client onboarding tasks and maintain complete, up-to-date case information throughout the life of each matter. • Handle administrative support functions including billing assistance, travel arrangements, and expense report processing for assigned attorneys. • Track calendars, deadlines, and litigation milestones to help ensure timely responses and effective workflow management. • Communicate clearly with clients, attorneys, court personnel, and internal team members to support smooth day-to-day litigation operations.
2026-05-18T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

Menlo Park, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our team in Menlo Park, California. This role offers the chance to work on a variety of complex family law matters while contributing to a dynamic and collaborative environment. The position follows a hybrid schedule, requiring in-office presence two days per week. Responsibilities:• Provide attorneys with support in family law cases, including divorce proceedings, child custody disputes, property division, and marital agreements.• Maintain and organize client records in electronic formats, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.• Conduct legal research, manage attorney calendars, monitor court deadlines, and act as a point of contact between clients and attorneys.• Draft legal documents such as pleadings, forms, and discovery materials, as well as coordinate court filings and process serving.• Assist attorneys in trial preparation by creating pleadings, trial notes, and exhibit binders.• Compile and serve discovery requests and responses in a timely manner.• Arrange and oversee the preparation of materials for hearings, mediation sessions, and settlement conferences.• Ensure compliance with local court rules and deadlines while managing administrative tasks efficiently.
2026-05-22T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

Oakland, CA
onsite
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.
2026-05-05T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

Oakland, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Workers Compensation Legal Assistant to support attorneys in a fast-paced law practice. This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, communicates effectively, and can manage multiple priorities with accuracy and professionalism. The role offers a primarily remote schedule, with weekly in-office attendance and initial onsite training for new hires. Responsibilities:• Oversee attorney schedules by tracking key dates, monitoring deadlines, and helping ensure timely case progression.• Arrange litigation-related events such as depositions, hearings, trials, and medical evaluations while coordinating with all relevant parties.• Build, update, and maintain well-organized client matter files so documents and case information remain complete and accessible.• Prepare clear and accurate written communications for external contacts, including counsel, insurance representatives, witnesses, and service providers.• Draft legal documents and supporting materials for court submission, including pleadings and electronic filings.• Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence and mail, ensuring timely distribution and proper case documentation.• Provide day-to-day administrative and legal support to assigned attorneys across a range of case activities.• Participate in onsite training during the onboarding period and report to the office once each week thereafter.
2026-05-12T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

San Francisco, CA
onsite
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>
2026-05-13T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
30 - 45 USD / Hourly
A boutique San Francisco–based defense-side law firm is seeking a highly organized Legal Assistant to support its busy litigation team. This contract-to-hire opportunity offers strong exposure to complex civil litigation matters and the chance to work closely with experienced attorneys in a fast-paced, professional environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities while contributing to efficient case workflow. Key Responsibilities• Provide day-to-day administrative and litigation support to attorneys• Draft, revise, and finalize legal documents, including pleadings, correspondence, and filings• Manage case calendars, track critical deadlines, and coordinate court appearances• Maintain and organize case files, exhibits, and document productions• Assist with e-filing in state and federal courts• Coordinate meetings, depositions, and client communications• Support discovery processes, including document review and organization• Prepare materials for hearings, mediations, and trial
2026-05-06T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-05-13T00:00:00Z

Litigation Legal Secretary

Mill Valley, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
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. Principle responsibilities:• Format, proofread, and finalize detailed correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents;• File pleadings with both state and Federal trial courts;• Work with paralegal to prepare and serve discovery;• Process and handle incoming subpoenas and obtain medical records;• Communicate with clients in person, over the phone, and via email;• Create and maintain digital case files for each client;• Perform administrative duties, such as maintaining lawyers’ calendars, scheduling depositions and entering deadlines to the master calendar; and• Screen, process, direct, and prioritize incoming calls, emails, and mail. Desired qualifications:• 5+ year litigation legal assistant experience;• Knowledge of state and Federal (ECF) e-filing platforms, rules, and eDockets is preferred;• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English is a plus factor;• Good written (including editing and proofreading) and verbal communication skills;• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, incl. ability to handle multiple projects;• Strong time management skills to handle multiple tasks with competing deadlines efficiently; and• Solid office software, word processing, database maintenance, and internet research skills. 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. 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!
2026-05-05T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Oakland, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 103000 USD / Yearly
Litigation SecretaryA midsize East Bay law firm is seeking a full-time Litigation Secretary to support its litigation practice. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced with calendaring and case coordination. Familiarity with PowerPoint, Excel, WordPerfect, Adobe, Microsoft Office, Abacus, and MerusCase is a plus. The ability to multitask, work well under pressure, and communicate effectively is essential.This firm offers excellent benefits, and compensation is commensurate with experience. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage calendaring and scheduling for client appointments, depositions, court appearances, court reporters, and mediations</li><li>Assist with trial preparation</li><li>Prepare exhibit binders and indexes</li><li>E-file documents in state and federal courts</li><li>Draft court documents, pleadings, notices of deposition, and complaints</li><li>Communicate with outside vendors</li><li>Subpoena records and complete/send related forms to vendors</li><li>Process billing</li><li>Support preparation of TOAs and TOCs</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Typing speed of 60+ WPM</li><li>Prior litigation support experience preferred</li><li>Strong organizational and multitasking skills</li><li>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment</li></ul>
2026-05-12T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant/Paralegal

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant/Paralegal to support plaintiff-side consumer and financial class action matters in San Francisco, California. This hybrid position plays an important role in keeping litigation activities organized, deadlines on track, and case materials prepared for active matters. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing filings, coordinating discovery tasks, handling subpoenas, and maintaining accurate tracking tools in a fast-paced legal environment. Responsibilities: • Manage litigation calendars by tracking court deadlines, hearings, filing dates, and other case-related milestones to help attorneys stay prepared. • Prepare, review, and submit court documents through electronic filing systems while ensuring compliance with applicable procedural rules. • Support discovery efforts by organizing case materials, drafting responses and requests, and monitoring production timelines. • Coordinate subpoena-related work, including preparation, service support, and follow-up on requested records and documents. • Maintain organized spreadsheets and case trackers to monitor deadlines, document status, and key litigation activity across matters. • Assist attorneys with day-to-day case support for plaintiff-side consumer and financial class action litigation. • Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files so records remain current, accessible, and audit-ready as matters progress.
2026-05-19T00:00:00Z

Litigation Paralegal

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
45 - 60 USD / Hourly
A dynamic San Francisco–based law firm is seeking a highly skilled Litigation Paralegal to support its busy civil litigation practice. This contract-to-hire opportunity offers hands-on involvement in all phases of litigation and the opportunity to work closely with attorneys on complex matters. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and experienced in managing case lifecycles from inception through trial in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Key Responsibilities• Provide comprehensive litigation support from case intake through trial and resolution• Draft, review, and cite-check legal documents, including pleadings, discovery, and correspondence• Manage case calendars, monitor deadlines, and ensure compliance with court rules and procedures• Coordinate and assist with discovery, including document review, production, and organization• Conduct legal research and summarize findings for attorney review• Prepare exhibits, trial binders, and materials for hearings, depositions, mediations, and trial• File documents in state and federal courts (including e-filing)• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and vendors to support case progress• Maintain and organize physical and electronic case files
2026-05-11T00:00:00Z

Litigation Paralegal

Palo Alto, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
50 - 60 USD / Hourly
Boutique law firm has an immediate opening for a Litigation Paralegal with 3–5+ years of civil litigation experience to support attorneys through all phases of the litigation lifecycle. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who can manage case files, coordinate deadlines, and provide substantive litigation support in a fast-paced environment. This position requires on-site work in Palo Alto, CA. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Support attorneys in all phases of civil litigation from case inception through trial and resolution</li><li>Draft, prepare, format, and file pleadings, motions, discovery, subpoenas, and correspondence</li><li>Manage and maintain case files, including document organization and database upkeep</li><li>Assist with all aspects of discovery, including collecting, reviewing, organizing, and producing documents</li><li>Coordinate depositions, hearings, court filings, service of process, and related logistics</li><li>Prepare chronologies, document summaries, trial binders, exhibits, and witness materials</li><li>Conduct factual research and assist with trial preparation and case strategy support</li><li>Track deadlines, court dates, and litigation calendars to ensure timely filings and case progression</li><li>Communicate with clients, courts, vendors, experts, and opposing counsel as needed</li></ul>
2026-05-08T00:00:00Z

Litigation Paralegal

San Francisco, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
30 - 38 USD / Hourly
A San Franscisco based law firm is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to join its team on a fully remote, temporary basis for approximately 3–6 months. This role is ideal for a litigation support professional who is comfortable operating independently within a fast-paced litigation environment and can assist attorneys across multiple phases of active state and federal matters. The position blends substantive litigation paralegal responsibilities with high-level litigation support and legal secretarial functions, requiring strong organizational skills, calendaring accuracy, and experience managing filing workflows from start to finish. Position Responsibilities:<ul><li>Support attorneys throughout all phases of litigation in active California state and federal matters</li><li>Draft, review, organize, and respond to written discovery and related litigation documents</li><li>Prepare substantive motion shells and filing-ready pleadings for attorney review</li><li>Compile, organize, and prepare exhibits for filings, discovery, motions, and depositions</li><li>Prepare Tables of Contents and Tables of Authorities (TOC/TOA)</li><li>Manage litigation calendars, track deadlines, and ensure compliance with court rules and filing procedures</li><li>Coordinate and process California state and federal e-filings, including service and filing logistics</li><li>Organize and index large volumes of case documents and maintain litigation files</li><li>Assist with cite-checking, formatting, proofreading, and finalization of litigation documents</li><li>Support attorneys with overall litigation workflow management in a fast-paced environment</li></ul>
2026-05-12T00:00:00Z

Legal Administrative Assistant

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
A prestigious San Francisco–based law firm is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Administrative Assistant to support its busy practice groups. This contract-to-hire opportunity offers exposure to a large firm environment with a collaborative team and high-volume workflow. The ideal candidate is proactive, polished, and experienced in providing administrative and clerical support to attorneys in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting. Key Responsibilities• Provide administrative support to attorneys, including calendar management, meeting scheduling, and travel coordination• Draft, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and reports• Manage attorney calendars and monitor deadlines to ensure timely filings and deliverables• Handle document management, including filing (electronic and physical), scanning, and organization• Coordinate client communications, including scheduling calls and responding to inquiries• Assist with preparing materials for meetings, hearings, and client presentations• Support billing processes, including time entry, expense tracking, and invoice coordination• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive client and firm information• Order office supplies and coordinate with vendors as needed
2026-05-14T00:00:00Z

Corporate Legal Secretary

San Mateo, CA
onsite
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.
2026-05-16T00:00:00Z

Civil Litigation Associate

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
50 - 65 USD / Hourly
A well-established San Francisco–based 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>
2026-05-18T00:00:00Z

Family Law Paralegal

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
45 - 55 USD / Hourly
A well-established San Francisco–based law firm is seeking a Family Law Paralegal to support its active family law practice. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for a paralegal with experience assisting attorneys on family law matters in a fast-paced, client-focused environment. The role offers substantive responsibility, direct attorney support, and the potential for long-term placement. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Support attorneys with family law matters including dissolution, custody, support, and related proceedings</li><li>Draft pleadings, declarations, discovery responses, and settlement documents</li><li>Prepare and organize financial disclosures and supporting documentation</li><li>Manage case files, calendars, and court deadlines</li><li>Coordinate service of process, filings, and court appearances</li><li>Communicate with clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel</li></ul>
2026-05-20T00:00:00Z

Corporate Paralegal

Palo Alto, CA
onsite
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>
2026-05-05T00:00:00Z

Employment Litigation Attorney

Hayward, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
75 - 85 USD / Hourly
Our client, who handles employment defense litigation matters, is looking for a fully-remote Employment Litigation Attorney with CA experience. This position is ideal for a California-licensed attorney with at least two years of focused experience handling workplace-related disputes and who is interested in a contract-to-hire structure. The attorney will contribute across key phases of litigation, including pleadings, motion practice, discovery, and trial preparation, while working a 40-hour schedule. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage employment litigation matters from initial case assessment through pre-trial activity in a remote work setting</li><li>Prepare persuasive motions, briefs, and other court filings that support case strategy and procedural deadlines</li><li>Oversee written discovery, draft responses and objections, and coordinate document production and review</li><li>Conduct legal research and translate findings into practical recommendations for ongoing employment disputes</li><li>Support trial readiness by organizing exhibits, summarizing evidence, and assisting with witness and hearing preparation</li><li>Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to maintain progress across active litigation matters</li><li>Monitor case timelines, court requirements, and deliverables to ensure matters move forward efficiently</li></ul>
2026-04-30T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-05-23T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-05-13T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
30 - 40 USD / Hourly
A reputable San Francisco–based 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>
2026-05-15T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join our team in San Francisco, California. Responsibilities:• Prepare and format legal documents in compliance with local court rules.• Submit filings electronically and physically to the appropriate courts.• Maintain and update case and trial lists on a regular basis.• Coordinate trial preparation tasks, including creating binders, indices, and exhibits.• Schedule meetings, depositions, and conference rooms, ensuring all technological needs are arranged.• Communicate professionally with clients, vendors, and opposing counsel.• Process invoices and ensure timely submission to the accounting department.• Manage calendars by recording events in ProLaw and Microsoft Outlook, while calculating and monitoring legal deadlines.• Keep files organized and up to date in electronic formats, adhering to firm policies.• Assist with general office tasks such as sorting mail, maintaining common areas, and ordering supplies.
2026-05-13T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Walnut Creek, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Legal Secretary to support a busy litigation practice. This fully remote opportunity is a long-term contract position and is ideal for someone who can manage work for several attorneys while maintaining accuracy, organization, and responsiveness. The role focuses on litigation support within insurance and employment defense matters, with a strong emphasis on document preparation, filing coordination, and deadline management. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide day-to-day litigation support to multiple attorneys, helping balance competing priorities across active matters.</li><li>Prepare, revise, and format legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, and other case-related materials with close attention to detail.</li><li>Handle electronic filing submissions in both state and federal courts, ensuring documents meet court rules and filing deadlines.</li><li>Maintain attorney calendars by tracking hearings, court dates, case deadlines, and other time-sensitive commitments.</li><li>Support insurance defense and employment defense matters by organizing files, monitoring case activity, and assisting with procedural requirements.</li><li>Transcribe and process dictated content into legal documents and communications.</li><li>Coordinate court filing logistics, confirm submission status, and address filing-related issues as they arise.</li></ul>
2026-05-23T00:00:00Z