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39 results for Legal Secretary in Santa Clara, CA

Office Assistant
  • San Mateo, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 20.90 - 24.20 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is working with a fun and exciting startup tech company in San Mateo. Our client is looking for someone who wants to gain valuable work experience for a 3 month contract on entry level office work. The duties of the role can be somewhat repetitive, but you will gain valuable skill sets along the way (and earn a paycheck of course). Please find the details below and if interested, apply now! We are looking to set up interview next Monday or Tuesday. Do not wait! Apply now. </p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Office Assistant to join our team on a contract basis in San Mateo, California. This role involves supporting our operations by validating critical database information and ensuring accuracy in dispatch number records. You will play a key role in maintaining organized and efficient workflows.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Review spreadsheets containing business names, addresses, and dispatch numbers to ensure data accuracy</li><li>Contact the business to confirm the correctness of associated numbers for specific locations</li><li>Record and update call tree information in the database based on interactions with dispatch centers</li><li>Ensure clear and courteous communication with dispatch centers during calls</li><li>Manage clerical tasks related to document sorting and database management</li><li>Provide timely updates to supervisors on progress and any challenges faced</li><li>Adhere to established procedures and protocols for database validation and record keeping</li></ul>
  • 2025-12-16T22:53:42Z
Executive Assistant
  • Mountain View, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 30.00 - 50.00 USD / Hourly
  • <ul><li>Manage complex calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate events for C-suite executives</li><li>Prepare and organize materials for meetings, presentations, and demos with internal and external stakeholders</li><li>Handle confidential communications, screen calls, and triage correspondence</li><li>Plan and execute travel arrangements, including itineraries and expense management</li><li>Support cross-functional project tracking and information flow between teams</li><li>Draft memos, emails, and reports; assist with document preparation and editing</li><li>Maintain relationships with investors, clients, and business partners</li><li>Conduct research and compile data for executive decision-making</li><li>Assist with onboarding and logistics for new hires and visiting guests</li><li>Uphold organizational standards, adapting to rapidly evolving business priorities</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-23T00:33:41Z
Executive Assistant
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 30.00 - 50.00 USD / Hourly
  • <ul><li>Manage complex calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate events for C-suite executives</li><li>Prepare and organize materials for meetings, presentations, and demos with internal and external stakeholders</li><li>Handle confidential communications, screen calls, and triage correspondence</li><li>Plan and execute travel arrangements, including itineraries and expense management</li><li>Support cross-functional project tracking and information flow between teams</li><li>Draft memos, emails, and reports; assist with document preparation and editing</li><li>Maintain relationships with investors, clients, and business partners</li><li>Conduct research and compile data for executive decision-making</li><li>Assist with onboarding and logistics for new hires and visiting guests</li><li>Uphold organizational standards, adapting to rapidly evolving business priorities</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-23T00:33:41Z
Administrative Assistant
  • Oakland, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 17.41 - 20.16 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client, a distinguished historical location, is seeking a part-time Administrative Assistant on a contract basis in Oakland, California. This part-time role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the efficient management of donor databases and support administrative operations in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have experience with donor management systems and a passion for maintaining organization and accuracy in administrative tasks.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and update donor information using DonorPerfect and Raiser’s Edge systems.</p><p>• Perform accurate data entry to ensure the integrity of records and donor details.</p><p>• Provide general administrative support, including scheduling meetings and preparing reports.</p><p>• Assist in implementing new technology solutions to enhance administrative workflows.</p><p>• Respond to inquiries and maintain attentive and precise communication with donors and stakeholders.</p><p>• Organize and maintain office files, both digitally and physically, for easy access.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to streamline processes and improve efficiency.</p><p>• Generate detailed reports and analytics related to donor contributions and trends.</p><p>• Support event planning and coordination efforts as needed.</p>
  • 2025-11-21T19:18:42Z
Office Assistant
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 21.44 - 21.44 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Workplace Experience Associate to join our team on a contract basis in San Fran, CA. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring smooth office operations by handling administrative tasks, coordinating with vendors, and maintaining conference rooms and supplies. This position requires a strong ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with teams, as well as excellent organizational skills.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Support daily office operations by coordinating with vendors and internal teams to ensure smooth functionality.</p><p>• Prepare and maintain conference rooms by arranging furniture, checking equipment, and replenishing necessary supplies before meetings.</p><p>• Manage incoming and outgoing mail, including distributing packages and organizing shipments.</p><p>• Perform general administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, document preparation, and maintaining supply inventory.</p><p>• Collaborate with various departments to address office-related needs and resolve issues efficiently.</p><p>• Ensure a welcoming and detail-oriented environment for employees and guests.</p><p>• Monitor office supplies and place orders as needed to maintain adequate inventory.</p><p>• Assist with additional ad hoc duties as assigned to support office operations.</p>
  • 2025-12-19T16:38:41Z
Litigation Paralegal
  • Oakland, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 40.00 - 45.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A well-respected civil litigation firm in Oakland is seeking a skilled Litigation Paralegal to join their team on a hybrid basis. This is a great opportunity for paralegals who thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment that offers meaningful case responsibility, work-life balance, and long-term growth potential.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage all aspects of litigation support from case inception through trial</li><li>Draft, proofread, and file pleadings, motions, discovery, and subpoenas</li><li>Coordinate and manage discovery (propounding, responding, document review, productions)</li><li>Assist with trial preparation, including exhibit binders, witness files, and trial logistics</li><li>Conduct legal and factual research</li><li>Maintain case calendars, deadlines, and docketing</li><li>Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, vendors, and court personnel</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-16T17:04:46Z
Paralegal
  • Oakland, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 75000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is recruiting a Litigation Paralegal for the East Bay office of a leading national trial law firm. The Litigation Paralegal is responsible for managing the firm's casework. This is a wonderful opportunity to work in a FRIENDLY office with a VERY COLLEGIAL TEAM and have great hands-on litigation and substantive discovery experience.</p><p><br></p><p>The following are the responsibilities for the position:</p><p>• Open and maintain case files containing medical records, case activity, list of court dates, settlement information, etc.;</p><p>• Summarize and upload medical records, radiology films, medical billing, pathology results into database;</p><p>• Handle requests for medical, employment, military, Social Security, autopsy, and other records and prepare draft of objections to release;</p><p>• Draft responses to interrogatories, discovery requests, and meet and confer letters;</p><p>• Obtain authorizations from plaintiffs and provide records to opposing counsel and medical experts;</p><p>• Contact physicians and hospitals to get and draft declarations for deposition and trial preference motions for terminally ill plaintiffs;</p><p>• Prepare depo notices, book court reporters/videographers, draft and serve subpoenas for witnesses and documents;</p><p>• Enter court appearances and discovery / motion due dates into Master Calendar and apprise attorneys of upcoming deadlines;</p><p>• Draft pleadings including ex parte applications, noticed motions (e.g., preference, consolidate), offers to compromise, case management conference (CMC) statements, etc.;</p><p>• Prepare correspondence with clients, referring counsel, opposing counsel for supervising attorneys’ signature;</p><p>• Phone clients and treaters to update status reports;</p><p>• Significant trial preparation (and even war room coordination and trial attendance for senior paralegal) work for busy trial calendar.</p><p><br></p><p>The following are the qualifications for the role:</p><p>• 2+ years of experience as a paralegal working with plaintiffs and their families and reviewing medical and personnel records in a tort/personal injury practice (need for sensitivity and compassion!);</p><p>• High attention to detail, very organized (understand the flow of civil litigation and the motion calendar and the due dates), sound decision making and creative problem solving abilities;</p><p>• Excellent communication skills, team player but can also work independently, able to work fast under pressure to meet multiple deadlines, and manage numerous tasks for heavy caseload; and</p><p>• IT literate, experience with preparing tables of contents and tables of authorities (TOCs/TOAs), proficiency with Microsoft Word (good formatting skills needed) and litigation support software; and</p><p>• Trial preparation experience is a plus.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a direct-hire opportunity. Our well-regarded law firm client pays a base salary of $75,000 - 100,000+/yr, DOE, and great benefits (e.g., 100% of medical insurance premium covered for employee and family and 401(k) Plan with Firm match)! For confidential consideration, please email your resume to Jon Lucchese, Vice President for Permanent Placement Services Practice, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com. Thank you!</p>
  • 2025-11-20T20:17:54Z
Corporate Paralegal
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 39.59 - 50.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A South San Francisco–based clinical-stage biotechnology company is seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to support its Legal Department on a 6-month contract basis. This role supports complex contracting, corporate governance, and compliance operations within a highly regulated, research-driven environment. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience supporting biotech or pharmaceutical contracting, including agreements tied to clinical development, technical operations, manufacturing, supply chain, laboratory services, and vendor procurement. This hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote) position works closely with in-house counsel and cross-functional teams across Clinical, R& D, Technical Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, and Commercial.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Draft, review, and edit agreements including NDAs/CDAs, Master Service Agreements (MSAs) and associated Work Orders/SOWs, Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs), Clinical Trial Agreements (CTAs), laboratory services agreements, and vendor/supplier or manufacturing-related agreements.</li><li>Manage the full contract lifecycle, including intake, execution, signature routing, archiving, renewals, and amendments.</li><li>Support negotiation workflows through redlines, revisions, issue spotting, and counterparty communications.</li><li>Monitor contract compliance, obligations, key dates, and deliverables.</li><li>Assist with the development and refinement of standard form agreements, templates, and playbooks.</li><li>Manage multiple agreements simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment.</li><li>Maintain corporate records, including minutes, resolutions, bylaws, charters, and subsidiary documentation.</li><li>Coordinate annual filings, business licenses, Secretary of State submissions, and other regulatory requirements.</li><li>Prepare and organize board and committee materials and maintain governance calendars.</li><li>Support governance-related policies, including signature authority and document retention.</li><li>Assist with due diligence requests, audits, and internal or external inquiries.</li><li>Support implementation and training related to contracting SOPs, templates, and legal department processes.</li><li>Maintain organized, audit-ready documentation across contracts, governance, and compliance.</li><li>Manage Legal’s intranet and SharePoint resources.</li><li>Coordinate DocuSign and other electronic signature workflows.</li><li>Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-12-16T18:53:39Z
Corporate Paralegal
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 40.00 - 50.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A South San Francisco–based clinical-stage biotechnology company is seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to support its Legal Department on a 6-month contract basis. This role supports complex contracting, corporate governance, and compliance operations within a highly regulated, research-driven environment. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience supporting biotech or pharmaceutical contracting, including agreements tied to clinical development, technical operations, manufacturing, supply chain, laboratory services, and vendor procurement. This hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote) position works closely with in-house counsel and cross-functional teams across Clinical, R& D, Technical Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, and Commercial.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p>• Draft, review, and edit agreements including NDAs/CDAs, Master Service Agreements (MSAs) and associated Work Orders/SOWs, Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs), Clinical Trial Agreements (CTAs), laboratory services agreements, and vendor/supplier or manufacturing-related agreements.</p><p>• Manage the full contract lifecycle, including intake, execution, signature routing, archiving, renewals, and amendments.</p><p>• Support negotiation workflows through redlines, revisions, issue spotting, and counterparty communications.</p><p>• Monitor contract compliance, obligations, key dates, and deliverables.</p><p>• Assist with the development and refinement of standard form agreements, templates, and playbooks.</p><p>• Manage multiple agreements simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment.</p><p>• Maintain corporate records, including minutes, resolutions, bylaws, charters, and subsidiary documentation.</p><p>• Coordinate annual filings, business licenses, Secretary of State submissions, and other regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Prepare and organize board and committee materials and maintain governance calendars.</p><p>• Support governance-related policies, including signature authority and document retention.</p><p>• Assist with due diligence requests, audits, and internal or external inquiries.</p><p>• Support implementation and training related to contracting SOPs, templates, and legal department processes.</p><p>• Maintain organized, audit-ready documentation across contracts, governance, and compliance.</p><p>• Manage Legal’s intranet and SharePoint resources.</p><p>• Coordinate DocuSign and other electronic signature workflows.</p><p>• Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.</p>
  • 2025-12-15T19:23:41Z
Controller - Prestigious VC Firm
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 200000.00 - 250000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Interested?</strong> Apply today and send your resume via LinkedIn to <strong>JC del Rosario</strong> — I’d love to connect!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Controller — Venture Capital Firm (Confidential Client)</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Firm</strong></p><p>Our client is a <strong>venture capital firm investing in high‑growth companies</strong> across enterprise software, fintech, and emerging innovation sectors. The environment is <strong>lean, entrepreneurial, and highly collaborative</strong>, with a long‑term mindset and a commitment to building scalable, durable value. Team members are strategic thinkers who thrive in a fast‑moving, operationally dynamic setting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>The firm is seeking a <strong>Controller</strong> to partner directly with the CFO on all finance, accounting, and operational functions. This is a <strong>high‑visibility, high‑impact role</strong> with broad ownership across financial reporting, fund operations, compliance, and strategic initiatives.</p><p>You will play a central role in strengthening the firm’s financial infrastructure, refining processes, and driving operational excellence as the firm continues to scale. This is an exceptional opportunity for a finance leader with venture capital experience who wants to help shape a best‑in‑class finance function.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Financial Reporting & Operations</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee <strong>fund administration</strong>, including quarterly closes, audits, tax compliance, and ASC 820 valuation processes</li><li>Lead management company and fund‑level financial operations: budgeting, cash‑flow forecasting, internal reporting</li><li>Maintain systems for <strong>deal tracking, legal documentation, portfolio monitoring</strong>, and fund performance analytics</li><li>Prepare financial materials for <strong>LP communications</strong>, internal dashboards, advisory board meetings, and executive reviews</li><li>Coordinate with outsourced accounting teams and administrators to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and strong internal controls</li><li>Manage treasury functions, cash positions, capital calls, distributions, and carried interest</li><li>Support preparation of quarterly/annual financial statements, audit deliverables, and tax filings</li></ul><p><strong>Compliance & Investor Support</strong></p><ul><li>Manage compliance processes alongside the CFO, CCO, and external compliance partners, including regulatory filings and annual reviews</li><li>Support fundraising efforts by preparing LP materials, managing data rooms, and responding to operational due diligence requests</li><li>Collaborate with investment and investor relations teams to ensure timely, accurate communication with LPs</li><li>Maintain and enhance reporting packages for limited partners, including capital account statements, performance metrics, and fund summaries</li></ul>
  • 2025-12-17T18:24:08Z
Executive Assistant
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 58.00 - 85.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Are you a strategic thinker, master communicator, and calendar management guru? We’re seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant to join our team and support senior leadership in a fast-paced, highly impactful environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why You’ll Love This Role:</strong> You’ll go beyond classic administrative duties and play a key part in driving operational efficiency. You’ll manage complex schedules, solve problems proactively, and serve as the go-to resource for executive support—helping our leaders stay focused on what matters most.</p><p><strong>What the Executive Assistant Will Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate and optimize busy executive calendars, ensuring meetings, appointments, and priorities are seamlessly managed</li><li>Anticipate needs and proactively remove roadblocks, using strategic thinking to support leaders’ goals</li><li>Prepare materials and organize travel, meetings, presentations, and communications with professionalism and attention to detail</li><li>Serve as a trusted liaison between executives and internal/external partners, drafting essential correspondence and organizing briefings</li><li>Maintain confidential documents, process expenses, and contribute to process improvements across teams</li><li>Support workflow automation initiatives and leverage digital tools to maximize productivity</li><li>Tackle challenges before they arise—your problem-solving skills will set you apart!</li></ul><p>If you are interested in this Executive Assistant role, please submit your application today!</p>
  • 2025-12-22T17:13:42Z
Executive Assistant
  • Milpitas, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 42.75 - 49.50 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a highly organized and proactive Executive Assistant to support senior leadership at a construction company located in Milpitas, California. This is a contract position requiring exceptional multitasking skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality. The ideal candidate will excel in managing schedules, coordinating travel, and ensuring seamless communication across various stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Act as a trusted liaison for the executive office, fostering strong relationships with internal teams and external partners.<br>• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and prepare necessary materials to ensure smooth daily operations.<br>• Coordinate complex travel arrangements, including booking flights, accommodations, and transportation.<br>• Handle expense reports, budget tracking, and vendor management for executive needs.<br>• Assist in the planning and execution of company-wide events and special engagements.<br>• Prepare presentations and communication materials, ensuring readiness for executive meetings.<br>• Maintain records, documents, and policies, providing support for reporting and compliance.<br>• Lead or assist with special projects, conducting research and analysis to deliver actionable insights.<br>• Mentor and collaborate with administrative staff, sharing knowledge and supporting their ongoing development.<br>• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
  • 2025-12-16T22:43:41Z
Admin Assistant
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 25.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a skilled Administrative Assistant to join our team in Sunnyvale, California. In this long-term contract role, you will support daily administrative tasks while leveraging your knowledge of dental practices and systems to ensure efficiency and accuracy. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and detail-oriented environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and organize daily administrative tasks to support dental office operations.<br>• Utilize Dentrix Dental Software to maintain patient records and schedules efficiently.<br>• Communicate effectively with patients and staff to ensure seamless coordination.<br>• Assist in handling billing and insurance-related tasks with accuracy.<br>• Maintain and update office documentation, ensuring compliance with regulations.<br>• Support the scheduling and coordination of appointments and meetings.<br>• Address inquiries and resolve issues promptly, delivering excellent customer service.<br>• Collaborate with team members to streamline workflow and enhance productivity.<br>• Ensure the office environment is organized and conducive to operations.<br>• Provide general administrative support as needed to meet team objectives.
  • 2025-11-21T23:38:44Z
Executive Assistant
  • San Francisco, CA
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • 30.40 - 30.40 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a highly organized and proactive Executive Assistant to support senior leadership in San Francisco, California. This Contract position requires exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will excel in calendar management, travel coordination, and executive meeting preparation.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Maintain and manage executives’ calendars, ensuring scheduling conflicts are avoided and priorities are met.<br>• Arrange and coordinate domestic and international travel plans, including booking flights, accommodations, and transportation.<br>• Prepare detailed travel itineraries and ensure all arrangements align with the executives’ preferences.<br>• Organize and schedule executive meetings, including handling logistics such as venue bookings and technology setup.<br>• Act as the primary point of contact for executives, handling communication and correspondence with professionalism.<br>• Assist in preparing meeting agendas and compiling relevant documents for presentations.<br>• Monitor and respond to emails on behalf of executives, ensuring urgent matters are addressed promptly.<br>• Handle confidential information with discretion and maintain a high level of professionalism at all times.<br>• Collaborate with other departments to facilitate seamless communication and support for executives.<br>• Ensure all administrative tasks are completed in a timely and accurate manner.
  • 2025-12-09T01:48:40Z
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