<p><strong><u>Litigation Legal Assistant – HYBRID - Newport Beach</u></strong></p><p>Robert Half Legal is partnering with a highly regarded, full-service business law firm to identify a Litigation Legal Assistant. With over 50 years in the market and a national footprint, this firm is known for delivering sophisticated legal counsel across a wide range of complex transactions and disputes while maintaining a collaborative, team-oriented culture.</p><p><br></p><p>This opportunity is best suited for a Litigation Legal Assistant with strong federal court experience who can independently manage filings, deadlines, and procedural requirements across multiple jurisdictions. Candidates must be comfortable navigating federal rules (including outside of California) and supporting attorneys in a fast-paced, high-expectations environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Provide high-level litigation support to attorneys across complex civil matters</li><li>Draft, format, proofread, and finalize pleadings, motions, discovery, affidavits, complaints, and legal memoranda</li><li>Handle state and federal court filings, including e-filings and occasional paper filings</li><li>Manage litigation calendars, court deadlines, and procedural timelines using firm software</li><li>Identify and submit documents for docketing and ensure compliance with all court requirements</li><li>Assist attorneys with reviewing, organizing, and summarizing case materials and correspondence</li><li>Prepare matrices, charts, spreadsheets, and privilege logs as needed</li><li>Support arbitration and trial preparation, including document organization and logistics</li><li>Maintain accurate time records for billable tasks</li></ul><p><strong>Why Join This Firm</strong></p><ul><li>Established firm with 50+ years of success and over 100 attorneys across multiple offices</li><li>Offers sophisticated, “big firm” work with a more flexible and collaborative environment</li><li>Team-oriented culture where support staff are valued and cross-trained</li><li>Hybrid work schedule (4 days onsite, 1 day remote)</li><li>Beautiful penthouse office in Newport Beach</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance starting day one</li><li>401(k) with profit sharing</li><li>Paid time off, including vacation and sick time</li><li>Additional voluntary benefits including disability, supplemental insurance, and wellness programs</li><li>Access to financial planning resources and educational seminars</li></ul><p><strong>Compensation</strong></p><p>Salary range: $80,000–$105,000 + performance-based holiday bonus.</p><p><em>Compensation will vary based on federal court experience, technical skillset, and overall career stability.</em></p>
<p>A well-known, equity-minded, national law firm's Los Angeles office is looking to grow their complex commercial litigation and employment litigation team!</p><p><br></p><p>The firm has excellent technology, processes & procedures, and we've placed numerous happy legal assistants at this firm!</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Must-Haves: </u></strong></p><p>o Calendaring litigation deadlines</p><p>o E-filing pleadings in State and Federal court</p><p>o Generating TOAs and TOCs</p><p>o Keeping track of attorney time (in a legal software and/or document management system).</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Logistics:</u></strong></p><ul><li>This litigation assistant will work 40 hours a week with occasional (but not regular) overtime.</li><li><strong>The role is onsite 4 days in DTLA with one work from home day, after the 90 day training period.</strong></li><li>This litigation assistant will support a partner and two associates.</li></ul>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Assistant to support procurement operations for a manufacturing organization in Signal Hill, California. This Long-term Contract position will help coordinate material and service purchases, manage internal transfer activity, and maintain strong communication with suppliers and internal teams. The role is well suited for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment, handles transactional work accurately, and delivers responsive service to both branch locations and corporate stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and release purchase orders and inter-branch transfer requests based on daily reports and direction from purchasing leadership.<br>• Coordinate special-order purchasing needs and ensure requested materials are entered and routed accurately within required timeframes.<br>• Monitor assigned product categories for internal transfers and keep order activity moving efficiently across locations.<br>• Review open and overdue orders each day, follow up on pending items, and help resolve delays with vendors or internal contacts.<br>• Communicate order status, changes, and exceptions clearly to branch teams, office staff, and other internal customers.<br>• Enter purchasing information with a high level of accuracy and update records to reflect current order details and availability.<br>• Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and colleagues while supporting smooth purchasing department operations.<br>• Assist with additional procurement and administrative tasks as needed to meet business priorities.
<p><strong><u>CORPORATE M&A LEGAL ASSISTANT - COSTA MESA</u></strong></p><p>A highly respected international law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support their corporate M&A practice. M&A experience is required. <strong><em><u>Please do not apply if you have not worked on mergers & acquisitions in the past.</u></em></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>This role is 4 days on site in Costa Mesa, 1 day remote.</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and organize M&A signature packets</li><li>Assist with compiling and distributing transaction documents</li><li>Format complex corporate documents, including tables of contents using Styles</li><li>Support attorneys and paralegals on corporate transactions</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Compensation + Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Base salary: $90,000-$125,000</li><li>Discretionary year-end bonus</li><li>Medical, dental, and vision coverage</li><li>401(k) with employer match</li><li>Three weeks of PTO, no accrual</li><li>Ten paid holidays plus a paid volunteer day</li><li>Supportive team environment, strong administrative resources, and long-term career stability with many employees holding lengthy tenures.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for an organized Library Assistant to work on a long-term contract through March of 2027. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who enjoys detailed and meticulous work and is extremely organized. The role will involve front-desk support, phone coverage, record maintenance, and accurate data handling to help the office run smoothly. Candidate will be lifting, carrying and shelving books. This role is onsite daily.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>• Manage day-to-day administrative activities to ensure office operations remain organized and efficient.</p><p>• Respond to incoming calls, direct inquiries appropriately, and provide courteous support to callers and visitors.</p><p>• Perform front-desk and receptionist functions, including greeting guests and maintaining a welcoming office presence.</p><p>• Enter, update, and maintain information in company records with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.</p><p>• Prepare, organize, and file documents so materials are easy to access and properly maintained.</p><p>• Support staff with general office coordination, scheduling, and routine clerical tasks as needed.</p>