<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to provide immediate on-site support for a busy legal team in Oakland, California that handles plaintiff-side personal injury matters. This contract-to-hire position is ideal for someone who can keep case activity organized, manage deadlines accurately, and handle court-related filings with confidence. The role will primarily assist attorneys with day-to-day administrative and legal support, including work that may involve personal injury matters.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Prepare, review, and submit legal documents through electronic filing systems in accordance with court deadlines and procedural requirements.</p><p>• Maintain attorney calendars by tracking hearings, filing dates, appointments, and other critical case milestones.</p><p>• Coordinate court filings and related documentation to help ensure matters move forward efficiently and on schedule.</p><p>• Provide administrative and legal support to attorneys by organizing case materials, correspondence, and records.</p><p>• Monitor deadlines and follow up on time-sensitive tasks to support accurate and timely case management.</p><p>• Communicate professionally with courts, clients, and internal team members regarding scheduling and document handling.</p><p>• Assist with legal matters that may include personal injury cases, depending on team needs and assignment priorities </p>
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our team in Oakland, California. This role requires someone who excels in supporting litigation processes, managing schedules, and handling legal documentation with precision. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and capable of working collaboratively in a hybrid work environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Handle electronic filing (e-filing) with courts, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.<br>• Manage manual calendaring tasks, including tracking deadlines and scheduling court appearances.<br>• Conduct conflict checks to ensure compliance and avoid scheduling conflicts.<br>• Prepare and format legal documents, including tables of authorities (TOAs) and tables of contents (TOCs).<br>• Collaborate with attorneys to facilitate smooth litigation processes and provide administrative support.<br>• Maintain accurate records of legal proceedings and filings.<br>• Coordinate trial preparation tasks when required, supporting attorneys with necessary documentation and logistics.<br>• Communicate effectively with court personnel and other legal professionals to resolve filing issues.<br>• Assist with dictation tasks and transcription as needed.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to support a growing litigation practice in San Francisco, California. This position will provide day-to-day administrative and document support to three law clerks and associates, with the potential to assist additional legal staff as needs evolve. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced legal environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, proofread, and format litigation documents, correspondence, discovery materials, and other legal paperwork before filing or distribution.<br>• Draft routine legal documents such as pleadings, memoranda, notices, subpoenas, and court-related forms using firm-approved software and templates.<br>• Submit filings in state and federal courts, including electronic filings, while ensuring compliance with applicable procedural requirements.<br>• Manage attorney calendars by tracking hearings, meetings, deadlines, and follow-up items to help the legal team stay ahead of key case obligations.<br>• Coordinate court date reservations and communicate with court personnel as needed to secure hearing availability and confirm scheduling details.<br>• Organize and maintain case records in document management systems, including saving, scanning, and indexing incoming legal and case-related materials.<br>• Support litigation logistics by assembling binders for depositions, trials, and hearings, and by arranging meeting spaces and visitor notifications when required.<br>• Review vendor billing information and prepare related payment or submission documentation in accordance with attorney direction and internal procedures.<br>• Provide backup administrative assistance to other team members and take on additional support tasks based on attorney and case needs.
<p>A prestigious <strong>AmLaw firm</strong> is seeking an experienced <strong>Litigation Legal Secretary</strong> to join its Downtown Los Angeles office. This is an excellent opportunity for a polished legal professional looking to join a sophisticated, high-end firm with an exceptional benefits package and a <strong>37.5-hour workweek</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate will have <strong>5+ years of litigation legal secretary experience</strong> and strong knowledge of both <strong>California state and federal court procedures</strong>. Experience supporting labor & employment litigators is highly preferred.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Support attorneys handling sophisticated labor & employment litigation matters</li><li>Prepare, revise, format and proofread legal documents and correspondence</li><li>Handle <strong>state and federal court filings</strong>, including e-filing</li><li>Maintain attorney calendars, deadlines and court dates</li><li>Assist with discovery, pleadings, motions and trial preparation</li><li>Coordinate meetings, depositions and other case-related activities</li><li>Manage documents and maintain organized electronic case files</li><li>Provide high-level administrative support in a fast-paced professional environment</li></ul><p>Qualifications</p><ul><li><strong>5+ years of litigation legal secretary experience</strong></li><li>Strong knowledge of <strong>California state and federal court rules and procedures</strong></li><li>Labor & employment litigation experience strongly preferred</li><li>Excellent document formatting, proofreading and organizational skills</li><li>Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines</li><li>Professional communication skills and ability to work with attorneys at all levels</li></ul><p>Why Consider This Opportunity?</p><ul><li>Prestigious <strong>AmLaw firm</strong></li><li><strong>37.5-hour workweek</strong></li><li>Sophisticated labor & employment litigation practice</li><li>High-end, professional working environment</li><li>Excellent long-term career opportunity</li><li><strong>Medical, dental and vision insurance</strong></li><li><strong>401(k)</strong></li><li>Comprehensive benefits package</li></ul><p><strong>Workplace:</strong> Onsite – Downtown Los Angeles</p><p>Qualified candidates interested in learning more are encouraged to apply confidentially, Quidana.Dove<at>RobertHalf.<com></p>
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to support a busy litigation practice in San Francisco, California. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a demanding legal setting, brings strong commercial litigation knowledge, and can manage priorities with confidence and precision. The successful candidate will play a key role in keeping matters organized, filings on track, and attorneys well supported in a sophisticated, partner-driven environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, format, and revise litigation materials such as pleadings, motions, discovery documents, correspondence, and other court-related submissions.<br>• Handle electronic filing for matters in state and federal courts, including trial and appellate filings, while ensuring compliance with applicable rules and deadlines.<br>• Maintain organized electronic matter files and manage document workflows within the firm's records and document management systems.<br>• Coordinate new matter intake and support ongoing file administration to ensure records remain accurate, accessible, and up to date.<br>• Assist with attorney time entry, billing support, travel arrangements, and expense processing as part of daily practice operations.<br>• Manage calendars and track important litigation deadlines, court dates, and related scheduling needs for assigned attorneys.<br>• Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, court personnel, and internal staff to support efficient handling of active matters.<br>• Provide dependable administrative and litigation support in a high-volume practice, taking initiative and maintaining ownership of assigned work.
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to support a busy commercial litigation practice. This role is well suited for a confident, detail-oriented individual who can manage competing priorities, maintain accuracy under pressure, and contribute effectively in a high-volume, partner-driven environment. The ideal candidate brings strong litigation support experience, takes initiative without constant direction, and is ready to assume ownership of daily responsibilities from the start.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, review, and submit court filings in state and federal courts, ensuring all documents meet procedural rules and deadlines.<br>• Maintain complex litigation calendars by tracking hearings, filing dates, court appearances, and other case-related milestones.<br>• Support attorneys with document preparation, revisions, formatting, and transcription from dictated material as needed.<br>• Coordinate case materials, correspondence, and legal records so files remain organized, current, and readily accessible.<br>• Monitor multiple active matters at once and adjust priorities quickly to meet urgent deadlines in a fast-paced practice.<br>• Communicate with attorneys, court personnel, and internal teams to facilitate efficient handling of litigation matters.<br>• Take ownership of assigned work by anticipating needs, following through on deliverables, and helping keep matters on schedule.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to support litigation matters in Redwood City, California. This role focuses on preparing court-ready documents, coordinating filings, and maintaining organized case materials while working closely with attorneys, paralegals, and litigation support colleagues. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of filing procedures, excellent document formatting skills, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Draft, revise, proofread, and finalize litigation documents such as motions, briefs, and related court submissions before filing.</p><p>• Produce accurate tables of contents and tables of authorities, and apply advanced formatting tools to ensure consistency across legal documents.</p><p>• Prepare final filing sets in PDF format, including bookmarking, pagination, and layout adjustments that meet court submission requirements.</p><p>• Partner with paralegals and legal team members to assemble exhibits, appendices, and supporting records for filings and case materials.</p><p>• Monitor applicable court rules, filing procedures, and judge-specific requirements to help maintain compliance across matters.</p><p>• Keep case information records current by updating deadlines, court details, captions, and service lists with accuracy.</p><p>• Manage the storage and organization of draft and final documents within litigation document management systems while preserving accessibility and security.</p><p>• Support shared litigation workflows by responding to team assignments, assisting with filing requests, and helping coordinate coverage for urgent or after-hours submissions.</p><p>• Follow established litigation support procedures and practice guidelines to promote consistency, quality, and compliance in daily work.</p>
<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. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefits.</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>We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Real Estate Paralegal to join an established team in San Francisco, California. This role focuses on supporting commercial real estate transactions, including title and survey reviews, lease summaries, and closing coordination. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy working on complex projects, this position offers an excellent opportunity to grow your career. This role can be primarily REMOTE as long as the candidate resides in California, Colorado, and/or Texas. This firm also offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings plans.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct thorough reviews and analyses of title and survey documents to identify and address issues, negotiating revisions as needed.</p><p>• Prepare and draft transaction-related documents, including leases, estoppels, SNDAs, and loan agreements.</p><p>• Coordinate and manage closing activities, including collecting and delivering signatures, preparing closing instructions, and liaising with escrow and title companies.</p><p>• Assist in the formation of entities, drafting operating agreements, and obtaining relevant certificates and good standing documentation.</p><p>• Summarize and maintain timelines for critical events in purchase and sale agreements to ensure deadlines are met.</p><p>• Handle due diligence reviews and manage post-closing activities, including the collection and distribution of transaction materials and preparation of closing binders.</p><p>• Collaborate on finance-related tasks such as loan modifications, title work, and documentation for real estate financing.</p><p>• Incorporate online tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy in workflow management.</p><p>• Provide training and guidance to new staff and attorneys on processes and best practices.</p><p>• Support administrative tasks, including updating case files, organizing documents, and managing mailings and scanning.</p>
<p>Out client is looking for a skilled Paralegal to support a busy trusts and estates practice in Burlingame, California, serving individuals and families. This position offers meaningful hands-on involvement in estate and trust matters, regular interaction with clients and advisors, and exposure to sophisticated asset and tax issues. The right candidate brings strong organizational ability, sound judgment, and a detail-oriented, service-oriented approach to sensitive matters.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Guide clients, trustees, and family members through trust and estate administration matters with care.</p><p>• Coordinate communications with beneficiaries and outside professionals such as accountants, financial advisors, and other consultants to keep matters moving efficiently.</p><p>• Prepare and revise legal correspondence, transfer documents, deeds, and court filings related to probate and estate administration.</p><p>• Assemble and maintain detailed asset schedules, allocation summaries, and distribution records to support accurate administration.</p><p>• Assist with the preparation of federal estate and gift tax filings, including Forms 706 and 709, and organize supporting financial information.</p><p>• Examine bank records and related financial documents to identify assets, verify transactions, and support reporting requirements.</p><p>• Maintain orderly client files, oversee document execution logistics, and provide notarial support when needed.</p><p>• Contribute to the day-to-day management of probate proceedings and post-death trust administration from opening through final distribution.</p>
We are looking for a skilled Paralegal to join a litigation team in Emeryville, California. This position supports attorneys from initial case development through trial, with a strong focus on document review, deadline management, and coordination across courts and third parties. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong organizational ability, and experience handling complex matters in a fast-moving legal setting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze and condense medical, billing, and other case-related records into clear summaries for attorney review.<br>• Prepare, send, and monitor subpoenas for documents, witnesses, and court matters across various jurisdictions.<br>• Work with courts, healthcare providers, expert witnesses, and external organizations to secure records and supporting materials.<br>• Oversee litigation calendars and track filing dates, court deadlines, and follow-up tasks to keep matters progressing on schedule.<br>• Assemble pleadings, discovery materials, exhibit sets, deposition summaries, and trial notebooks for active cases.<br>• Support attorneys before depositions and hearings by organizing witness information, exhibits, and related case documents.<br>• Submit legal filings to county and state courts, including electronic filing when required by the jurisdiction.<br>• Maintain orderly electronic and paper case files so documents are accessible, complete, and up to date.<br>• Assist with trial logistics by preparing exhibits, coordinating materials, and ensuring readiness for hearings and courtroom proceedings.<br>• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court staff, service providers, and other case contacts.
We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join a respected plaintiffs’ litigation firm in San Francisco, California. This permanent position supports complex matters involving securities and antitrust disputes and is well suited for someone who is detail oriented and confident navigating demanding litigation timelines. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, exceptional organization, and the ability to keep multiple case activities moving efficiently from early discovery through final filings and hearing preparation.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Support attorneys throughout the litigation lifecycle, including document review, discovery coordination, motion preparation, and hearing or trial support.<br>• Organize and manage sophisticated court filings by reviewing procedural requirements, tracking deadlines, coordinating input from internal and external counsel, and ensuring timely submission and service.<br>• Prepare, review, and maintain case materials using modern e-discovery and case management platforms to keep records accurate and accessible.<br>• Handle federal and state electronic filing processes with close attention to court-specific rules and formatting standards.<br>• Perform cite-checking, fact verification, and document proofreading to help maintain high-quality written work product.<br>• Assist with trial and arbitration readiness by assembling exhibits, coordinating logistics, and supporting attorneys during critical case events when needed.<br>• Monitor case progress, raise issues proactively, and provide timely status updates to supervising attorneys.<br>• Manage competing priorities independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative legal team in a deadline-driven environment.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Legal Assistant/Paralegal to support a small practice in the East Bay. This role combines substantive paralegal work with legal administrative and office coordination responsibilities in a firm focused on real estate, construction, and business disputes. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, advanced organizational skills, and confidence using legal technology in a fast-paced civil litigation environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage case documents from intake through trial, including organizing, reviewing, and analyzing records for active civil litigation matters.</p><p>• Prepare discovery materials and assist with drafting pleadings, motions, and other case-related documents as needed.</p><p>• Conduct legal research using platforms such as Westlaw and other technology tools to support attorneys in case strategy and preparation.</p><p>• Evaluate and screen prospective client inquiries, gathering key information and helping determine next steps for attorney review.</p><p>• Coordinate trial preparation by assembling exhibits, binders, and other materials required for hearings, depositions, and trial.</p><p>• Handle civil court filings, arrange service of documents, and ensure submissions meet court rules and deadlines.</p><p>• Maintain calendars and scheduling for litigation events, client meetings, and court-related obligations.</p><p>• Build and maintain organized electronic and administrative files, while also supporting office operations, recordkeeping, and supply management.</p><p>• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks to help keep daily firm operations running smoothly.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to support a collaborative legal team serving a major academic and healthcare environment in California. This role offers broad exposure to litigation support, records-related matters, and legal operations while partnering closely with attorneys across a wide range of issues. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, discretion, and comfort with legal technology, along with the ability to manage sensitive information and shifting priorities in a fast-paced setting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Partner with attorneys on litigation matters by organizing case materials, tracking deadlines, and supporting day-to-day case progress.<br>• Assist with subpoena responses, records requests, and related document coordination while helping maintain accuracy and confidentiality.<br>• Contribute to discovery efforts by coordinating document collection, review workflows, and production activities across legal matters.<br>• Prepare materials for hearings, depositions, and trial-related activities, ensuring files and supporting documents are complete and accessible.<br>• Help manage legal holds, e-discovery tools, and case management systems to improve consistency and efficiency in legal operations.<br>• Coordinate projects involving university and healthcare stakeholders, keeping communications organized and workstreams moving forward.<br>• Handle confidential and sensitive information with a high level of integrity, sound judgment, and discretion.<br>• Support the refinement of legal processes and procedures by identifying practical improvements in how matters are tracked and managed.
<p>Robert Half Legal is recruiting Employment Law Litigators (full-time or part-time) for a boutique firm on the Peninsula (hybrid telecommute) that represents entrepreneurs and founders, emerging technology companies and established large employers, as well as senior-level management. The firm’s practitioners are top AmLaw 100 law firm trained attorneys and the practice specializes in counseling on complex, unique, and high stakes employment litigation and workplace investigations.</p><p><br></p><p>The firm is looking for 3-10++ year practitioner with significant L&E or commercial litigation experience. The attorney applicant should have strong analytical, writing, and oral argument skills, efficient case management experience, good academic and law firm employment record, and be passionate about advocacy and analyzing thorny, novel legal matters.</p><p><br></p><p>For a full-time attorney, the salary range offered is $175,000 – 275,000+/yr, DOE. The firm is also open to hiring a part-time counsel at a very competitive hourly rate. Bonus program is in place, including for matter origination and work on some of the firm’s plaintiff-side cases on behalf of highly paid executives. Employment benefits package offered and flexible with telecommuting.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a good opportunity for a litigator looking for work on very interesting cases, many of first impression, and wants to find a firm offering quality mentorship, direct client relationships, and plenty of first-chair deposition and motion hearing experience, and trial advocacy. For confidential consideration, please email resume to Jon Lucchese, Vice President for Permanent Placement Services Division, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!</p>
<p>A growing litigation practice is seeking a California-licensed Associate Attorney with insurance defense litigation experience to join its team on a contract-to-hire basis. This fully remote opportunity will involve handling matters from inception through resolution, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, case strategy, and trial preparation. The ideal candidate is a strategic, hands-on litigator with strong insurance defense experience, a demonstrated history of stability in prior roles, and an interest in growing long term with the firm.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage complex civil litigation matters from initial investigation through resolution</li><li>Develop and execute case strategy, including assessing risks, defenses, and litigation objectives</li><li>Handle all phases of discovery, including written discovery, document review, production, and discovery planning</li><li>Research, draft, and argue substantive motions, including dispositive motions</li><li>Maintain day-to-day ownership of assigned matters and proactively manage case deadlines</li><li>Communicate with clients regarding case developments, litigation strategy, and recommendations</li><li>Coordinate with and prepare expert witnesses to support litigation strategy and trial preparation</li><li>Assist with all aspects of trial preparation, including witness preparation, exhibit management, and trial strategy</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for Litigation Attorney to join a collaborative legal team in San Francisco, California. This opportunity is suited for a California-licensed attorney with litigation experience who can contribute thoughtful legal analysis, strong written advocacy, and practical guidance to clients. The role offers meaningful client interaction, exposure to complex disputes, and a supportive environment that supports long-term career growth while maintaining an in-office presence several days each week.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Represent clients in employment-related litigation matters from initial case assessment through resolution.</p><p>• Prepare persuasive motions, briefs, pleadings, and other legal filings with a high degree of accuracy and strategic judgment.</p><p>• Manage discovery activities, including drafting requests, reviewing responses, and coordinating document production.</p><p>• Conduct legal research and analyze statutes, regulations, and case law to support litigation strategy and client advice.</p><p>• Participate in hearings, depositions, mediations, and other proceedings while collaborating with attorneys across practice areas.</p><p>• Communicate directly with clients to provide updates, explain legal risks, and develop practical, business-oriented recommendations.</p><p>• Handle multiple active matters in a fast-paced setting while meeting deadlines and maintaining strong attention to detail.</p><p>• Contribute to class action, wage and hour, construction, government contracts, or other complex dispute matters when applicable.</p>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a well-known law firm to hire an experienced Litigation Attorney to represent business clients in a range of civil litigation matters. This full-time role will handle cases through all stages of litigation, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation in both state and federal courts. The firm is based in San Francisco’s Financial District, with remote candidates also considered.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage civil litigation matters from inception through resolution.</li><li>Draft, review, and argue dispositive, discovery, and other motions.</li><li>Conduct and defend depositions and analyze deposition testimony.</li><li>Handle discovery, legal research, and case strategy development.</li><li>Prepare for trials, including witnesses, evidence, and courtroom proceedings.</li><li>Counsel clients and provide practical, strategic legal guidance.</li><li>Appear in California state and federal courts as needed.</li><li>Collaborate with attorneys, clients, and other stakeholders throughout each matter.</li></ul>
<p>Silicon Valley tech company is looking for an experienced Commercial Counsel to join its legal team. This Counsel opportunity is ideal for a licensed attorney with deep expertise in enterprise SaaS transactions who can step in quickly and partner with internal stakeholders on high-value commercial agreements. The role requires an on-site presence in Palo Alto, CA, with the expectation of working from the office approximately three days each week. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Lead the review, drafting, and negotiation of complex commercial agreements related to enterprise SaaS offerings.</p><p>• Advise business partners on contract terms, legal risk, and practical deal strategies to help move transactions forward efficiently.</p><p>• Manage key customer and vendor agreement workflows, including master services agreements, data processing addenda, and business associate agreements.</p><p>• Redline contracts thoroughly and propose clear revisions that align legal protections with business objectives.</p><p>• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to resolve contractual issues and support timely execution of deals.</p><p>• Provide legal guidance on agreement structures and negotiation positions in a fast-paced technology environment.</p><p>• Help maintain continuity of commercial legal support while the company identifies a long-term addition to the team.</p>
<p>Robert Half Legal is recruiting a Commercial Litigator for a full-service business law firm in downtown San Francisco (hybrid/remote flex – SF Bay Area residents only). Our client has been recognized by legal publications as a leading boutique firm in Northern Calfornia. The litigation team manages commercial disputes, breach of contract actions, intellectual property infringement cases, and employment litigation for enterprises of all sizes -- from small businesses, tech startups, to established companies in various industries. This is a partnership-track opportunity for an attorney who enjoys courtroom advocacy and meaningful relationships with clients at a firm that values work-life balance and community service through local and national bar associations.</p><p> </p><p><em><u>Qualifications:</u></em></p><ul><li>3-10+ years of complex litigation experience at private law firm practice;</li><li>Commercial, L&E, and IP litigation practice are preferred; </li><li>California bar licensure and good academic record; and</li><li>Entrepreneurial, business-minded, and enjoys professional networking.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>The firm is offering a base salary range of $180,000 – 250,000/year, depending on practice experience, plus annual bonus, and good employment benefits package (notably firm covers 100% of the employee’s premium for Medical / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance, 12 firm holidays annually, 3 weeks PTO, and other nice perks described below). We highly recommend this firm and we know you will enjoy interviewing (and working) with the senior partners, who value transparency, respect, and open feedback. These are good people!</p><p> </p><p>For confidential consideration, please email your resume to Jon Lucchese, Vice President – Permanent Placement Services Practice, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!</p>
<p>A San Francisco–based law firm is seeking a professional and client-focused Legal Receptionist to serve as the first point of contact for attorneys, clients, and visitors. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for someone who excels in a fast-paced, detail-oriented legal environment and takes pride in providing exceptional front-desk and administrative support. The Legal Receptionist will manage daily reception operations, maintain a welcoming office atmosphere, and support attorneys and legal staff with light administrative tasks to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Greet and assist clients, visitors, and vendors in a professional and courteous manner</li><li>Answer and route incoming phone calls, take accurate messages, and manage voicemail systems</li><li>Maintain lobby, conference rooms, and reception areas to ensure a polished and organized office environment</li><li>Coordinate conference room scheduling and assist with meeting setup as needed</li><li>Receive, sort, and distribute mail and courier deliveries</li><li>Assist with basic administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, scanning, and document preparation</li><li>Support attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants with ad hoc administrative requests</li><li>Monitor office supplies and coordinate restocking as needed</li><li>Ensure compliance with firm confidentiality and professionalism standards</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a Conflicts Analysts join our firm in San Francisco This role focuses on evaluating conflicts of interest for new matters and attorney hires, helping the firm meet ethical standards while supporting business growth. The position works closely with attorneys and risk partners to assess issues, guide resolution steps, and maintain compliance with firm policies and conduct requirements.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Assess submissions for new matters and attorney onboarding to identify potential legal or business conflicts and summarize findings for stakeholders.</p><p>• Research clients, related parties, and corporate relationships to build a complete picture for conflict analysis.</p><p>• Prepare and interpret conflict reports, highlighting key risks, affected parties, and items requiring follow-up.</p><p>• Examine waivers, disclosure documents, and engagement terms to confirm they address conflict concerns and align with firm standards.</p><p>• Support review of outside counsel guidelines and apply those requirements when evaluating conflict and ethical wall obligations.</p><p>• Coordinate with attorneys, conflicts personnel, and risk management leaders to resolve issues tied to new business intake and lateral hires.</p><p>• Establish and maintain ethical screens when required, including drafting supporting notices and documentation.</p><p>• Protect highly sensitive client and firm information by exercising sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality at all times.</p><p>• Contribute to refinements in conflicts and intake procedures, including testing process improvements and assisting with coverage outside standard business hours when needed.</p>
<p>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><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>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a plaintiff-side personal injury practice in Oakland, California. This role involves managing case activity from intake through litigation support, with a strong focus on filings, scheduling, and document preparation. The ideal candidate brings solid experience in civil litigation procedures and communicates effectively with attorneys, clients, courts, and outside providers.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate litigation calendars by tracking hearings, deadlines, appointments, and other time-sensitive case events.<br>• Prepare and submit court documents through electronic filing systems while ensuring compliance with applicable procedural requirements.<br>• Assist attorneys with discovery tasks, including organizing materials, drafting routine responses, and maintaining complete case files.<br>• Open and structure new matter files and document templates to support efficient case handling.<br>• Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, medical offices, and other external contacts regarding case status and records requests.<br>• Request, review, and organize medical records and related documentation for personal injury matters.<br>• Maintain accurate file documentation and support the day-to-day progression of plaintiff personal injury cases.<br>• Provide general administrative and legal support across civil litigation matters as needed.
We are looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant to provide comprehensive support to attorneys and ensure the efficient operation of legal cases and firm processes. This role requires a proactive individual who excels in managing legal documentation, scheduling, correspondence, and trial preparation. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and a deep understanding of litigation procedures.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Open and close legal cases by obtaining necessary contracts, authorizations, and case details, and ensure proper documentation is circulated.<br>• Draft, prepare, and send legal correspondence, including communications with clients and other relevant parties.<br>• Coordinate travel arrangements for attorneys and manage incoming mail and service documents appropriately.<br>• Order and organize investigation reports and medical records for case files.<br>• Transcribe dictation promptly and maintain attorney calendars for appointments, depositions, and court schedules.<br>• Create, maintain, and organize both physical and electronic case files, ensuring all documents are saved and routed correctly.<br>• Prepare and file complaints, motions, and other pleadings in state and federal courts, adhering to deadlines and filing requirements.<br>• Schedule court appearances, depositions, and client meetings, arranging for interpreters or videographers when necessary.<br>• Assist in trial preparation by organizing trial binders, exhibits, and other materials, and coordinating expert witnesses and jury instructions.<br>• Manage discovery processes, ensuring timely receipt and distribution to attorneys, paralegals, and clients.