117 Results for Complex Commercial Litigation Associate Jobs in Walnut, CA

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Senior Counsel

Irvine, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
200000 - 220000 USD / Yearly
Senior CounselLocation: Irvine, CACompensation: $200,000 - $220,000 + discretionary bonusSchedule: 5 days onsite Position OverviewA growing technology-focused company is seeking a Senior Counsel to join its legal team. This role will primarily focus on commercial contracts, with additional responsibility for technology, privacy, regulatory, and operational legal matters.The Senior Counsel will report directly to the General Counsel and work closely with cross-functional business teams. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Draft, review, negotiate, and manage commercial contracts from start to finish.</li><li>Handle SaaS, technology, vendor, data, licensing, confidentiality, and customer agreements.</li><li>Support enterprise customer agreements, strategic partnerships, reseller relationships, and data licensing arrangements.</li><li>Advise Product, Technology, Information Security, Sales, Marketing, Finance, Operations, and Executive teams on legal and business matters.</li><li>Support privacy, data security, regulatory compliance, consumer financial services, AI, and technology matters.</li><li>Provide legal support for product launches, partnerships, and other strategic initiatives.</li><li>Assist with corporate governance and coordinate with outside counsel on specialized legal matters.</li><li>Develop and improve contract templates, playbooks, clause libraries, and approval workflows.</li><li>Help optimize contract lifecycle management and AI-enabled legal technology.</li></ul> Compensation & BenefitsBase Salary: $200,000 - $220,000Bonus: DiscretionaryBenefits include:<ul><li>Medical, dental, and vision</li><li>401(k)</li><li>Paid parking</li><li>Vacation</li><li>Sick time</li><li>Paid holidays</li></ul>
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Remote Supervising Attorney - Housing

Los Angeles, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
61.75 - 66 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced legal leader to guide housing advocacy efforts within a mission-driven Legal services organization in Los Angeles, California. This Long-term Contract position will oversee legal strategy, team leadership, external partnerships, and program operations that support meaningful outcomes for low-income communities. The ideal candidate brings deep housing law knowledge, a collaborative leadership approach, and a strong commitment to equity, trauma-informed practice, and community-centered legal services. Responsibilities:• Lead the direction of housing-related legal advocacy by shaping program strategy and ensuring alignment across practice areas.• Manage and develop supervising attorneys through consistent coaching, performance feedback, and leadership support.• Foster coordination among housing teams and other internal programs by encouraging knowledge sharing, joint problem-solving, and cross-functional learning.• Establish and refine methods for tracking outcomes, analyzing program performance, and reporting community impact.• Oversee attorney and support staff staffing efforts, including hiring, onboarding, training, and ongoing career development.• Work with organizational leadership to carry out operational policies, practice standards, and agency-wide initiatives.• Strengthen diversity, equity, inclusion, and trauma-informed approaches throughout the housing law practice.• Partner with finance and external stakeholders on budgeting, funding strategy, grant support, compliance oversight, and contract accountability.• Cultivate relationships with community groups, legal service providers, public agencies, and pro bono partners to expand collaboration and outreach.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Employment Attorney - No Experience Required

Los Angeles, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an attorney to join an exciting, new boutique litigation practice in Los Angeles, California, focused on employment defense and related business disputes. This role offers meaningful responsibility from the outset, with attorneys encouraged to take ownership of their matters and play an active role in hearings, mediations, and case strategy. The position also provides exposure to preventive counseling work, helping employers strengthen policies and practices to reduce future legal risk. Newly barred and experienced attorneys are encouraged to apply. Employment experience is not required, but strong academic pedigree is a must. Responsibilities:• Manage a litigation caseload that may include wage and hour disputes, wrongful termination claims, and other employment-related defense matters.• Conduct legal research, evaluate case issues, and prepare persuasive written work product to support litigation strategy.• Draft motions, briefs, discovery responses, and other pleadings required throughout the life of a case.• Represent clients in depositions, court appearances, mediations, and settlement discussions.• Collaborate with partners and colleagues to develop case strategy while maintaining strong day-to-day ownership of assigned files.• Advise employer clients on workplace practices and help transition litigation relationships into ongoing counseling partnerships when appropriate.• Prepare employment policies, separation agreements, and related workplace documents designed to support compliance and risk management.• Contribute to client training and auditing efforts aimed at preventing future disputes and improving employment practices.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Plaintiff Paralegal

Los Angeles, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
ETHICAL, FRIENDLY, GREAT PLAINTIFF FIRM SEEKS PARALEGAL (TRIAL FIRM) A highly regarded plaintiff-side personal injury law firm in Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join its growing litigation team. The firm handles sophisticated personal injury matters, including catastrophic injury, wrongful death, motor vehicle accidents, pedestrian accidents, traumatic brain injuries, spinal injuries, and other serious injury cases. This is a 100% onsite opportunity with a professional, collaborative team and an emphasis on work-life balance. Robert Half has successfully placed attorneys with this firm, and our placements have had extremely positive experiences. One attorney described it as: This is the most professional firm I have ever worked at. The Litigation Paralegal will work closely with the firm’s trial attorneys and support staff on cases from the filing of the complaint through discovery and trial preparation. This position will also supervise an assigned legal assistant. Paralegal Responsibilities:<ul><li>Draft, file, and coordinate service of complaints and other litigation documents.</li><li>Prepare discovery requests and objections and assist attorneys with reviewing and finalizing discovery responses.</li><li>Draft and serve deposition notices.</li><li>Prepare and serve subpoenas for non-party witnesses, treating providers, and other relevant parties.</li><li>Monitor answers, responsive pleadings, defaults, and other case developments.</li><li>Prepare and file pleadings and other legal documents in accordance with applicable court and jurisdictional requirements.</li><li>Maintain comprehensive case calendars and closely monitor statutes of limitation, hearing dates, discovery deadlines, and other procedural deadlines.</li></ul>Salary and Benefits:The salary range for this Litigation Paralegal position is $90K–$120K, depending on experience.Benefits: 100% paid HMR plan (can upgrade to PPO), 100% paid dental plan, 1005 paid vision plan, 401k w/ 4% match, paid holidays, 6 sick days, 10 vacation days. 100% onsite in Century City TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Attorney/Lawyer - Attorney/Lawyer - 1650 Billables + REMOTE

Culver City, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
140000 - 185000 USD / Yearly
Fully Remote attorney opportunity with a firm based in west Los Angeles!!! This is listed as hybrid to encourage CA attorneys only to apply; ideally, candidates will be located in/around Los Angeles in case of in-person hearings/depositions, but qualified attorneys throughout Southern CA are encouraged to apply. An exciting, growing law firm specializing in legal malpractice and commercial litigation is seeking an associate attorney for its expanding team. The firm handles interesting litigation, is very hybrid/remote flex, and has low billables - 1650!! The firm is based on the west side with a remote schedule. Associate Attorney ResponsibilitiesThis person will work on professional liability, D&O litigation, and business litigation matters.Discovery, including depositions.Law and motion.Court appearances.Pleadings.Communicating with clients, carriers, and opposing counsel.Billable Hour Req: 1650 Compensation, Benefits, Other PerksSalary from $140,000 to $185,000Several ways to bonus!Annual bonuses tied to performance, which includes hours billed, quality of performance, success; annual holiday bonuses; and period performance bonuses.Medical is covered 100% for the employee and immediate family.Dental and vision plans covered.401k + safe harbor 3.5% contribution.Paid parking.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Estate Planning Paralegal

Newport Beach, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
Orange County Firm Seeks Estate Planning Paralegal: NO BILLABLES Established and highly respected Orange County law firm seeks an Estate Planning Paralegal to join its sophisticated trusts and estates practice. This well-known regional firm has served clients for decades and maintains a strong reputation for handling high-level matters across multiple practice areas. Estate Planning Paralegal Responsibilities: 50% Estate Planning & 50% Trust Administration• Draft revocable living trusts, wills, powers of attorney, advance healthcare directives, trust amendments, trust restatements, certifications of trust, and related estate planning documents.• Prepare trust funding documentation and assist with asset transfers involving real property, business interests, and financial accounts.• Prepare and record deeds, including grant deeds, quitclaim deeds, and transfer deeds.• Assist with trust administration matters, including trustee acceptance documents, beneficiary notifications, and administration checklists.• Track trust administration deadlines and compliance requirements. Hours: NO BILLABLE HOUR REQUIREMENT• 40-hour work week (no overtime) Perks:• Lifestyle-oriented firm with excellent work-life balance.• Exceptional culture with almost nonexistent turnover.• We have successfully placed more than 10 attorneys and legal support professionals with this firm, and nearly all remain with the organization today. Salary:• $90,000-$125,000 annually, depending on experience, plus bonus opportunities. Benefits:• Medical coverage with employer contribution toward employee and dependent plans.• Dental coverage for employees.• 401(k) plan with discretionary profit-sharing contribution.• Year-end bonus.• PTO and paid sick leave. TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]
2026-10-11T00:00:00Z

Plaintiff Paralegal - Multiple Successful Placements!

Manhattan Beach, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
A well-known top plaintiff trial firm is seeking a paralegal with 5+ years of experience in civil litigation. This paralegal will be working with 2 attorneys who handle plaintiff personal injury matters. My team has placed 2 paralegals and 1 legal assistant with this firm!! The role is onsite for the first 3 months, and then the paralegal will work 3 days onsite and 2 days from home. This paralegal must have plaintiff personal injury experience. The ideal paralegal will have experience propounding and responding to discovery, legal research, trial preparation, and assisting attorneys during trial. The firm is offering this paralegal a fantastic compensation package that includes 100% firm-paid benefits (medical/dental/vision) for the employee AND pays the majority of the premium for dependents, 401k with matching, paid parking, vacation, sick time, paid holidays, and more! For immediate consideration for this exciting Paralegal opportunity, please send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin<at>RobertHalf.<com>
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Remote Law & Motion Attorney

Los Angeles, CA
remote
Permanent / Full Time
180000 - 230000 USD / Yearly
A well-established midsize (30+ attorneys) defense firm is looking to add a Law & Motion Attorney to its growing team. The ideal Law & Motion Attorney candidate will have at least 5+ years of California civil litigation experience as a California-licensed attorney and strong writing skills. In this role, you will draft motions to strike, demurrers, and discovery motions, as well as occasionally drafting dispositive motions and pretrial motions. This Law & Motion Attorney will also argue the motions they drafted. The firm's yearly billable requirement is 1800 hours. My team has placed 5 attorneys with this firm, and 3 are now partners. The firm also offers 100% remote work throughout California. Attorneys are drawn to this firm for its collaborative culture, strong reputation, and commitment to work-life balance. For more than 30 years, the firm has represented well-known clients while maintaining an environment where attorneys can build long-term careers. The firm offers medical benefits, a 401(k) with employer match, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, paid parking, bar dues, MCLEs, and a defined billable bonus plan. For immediate consideration for this exciting attorney opportunity, please send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin<at>RobertHalf.<com>
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

ID Attorney - remote + in person CA appearances

Laguna Hills, CA
remote
Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 225000 USD / Yearly
Litigation Attorney – Insurance Defense | Remote (SoCal Appearances Required) About the Firm:This growing litigation firm focuses on defending catastrophic personal injury, wrongful death, uninsured motorist, pre-litigation, and punitive damages matters. The team offers a collaborative environment with strong mentorship, substantial litigation exposure, and clear opportunities for long-term growth. Position Overview:Interested in handling high-exposure litigation and gaining meaningful courtroom experience? This role is ideal for an attorney who genuinely enjoys litigating and wants hands-on involvement in complex insurance defense matters from inception through trial. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Handle court appearances in insurance defense matters throughout Southern California</li><li>Review medical records, claim files, and litigation documents</li><li>Interview clients, witnesses, and insureds regarding case facts and litigation strategy</li><li>Draft and argue motions, including substantive law & motion work</li><li>Conduct legal research and prepare case evaluations and analysis</li><li>Manage written discovery, including drafting and responding to discovery requests</li><li>Assist with trial preparation and second chair trials approximately 5–7 times annually</li></ul> Perks of the Firm:<ul><li>Remote flexibility</li><li>Encouraging and collaborative work environment</li><li>Strong mentorship and training</li><li>Good mix of junior and senior attorneys for support and growth</li><li>Rapidly growing firm with advancement opportunities</li><li>Substantial support staff, including eight paralegals</li></ul>
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary - Hybrid

Los Angeles, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
One our BEST Law Firm clients, a prominent, well-established defense law firm in Downtown Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for long-term stability, work-life balance, and a genuinely positive working environment.The firm has an exceptionally tenured and collaborative team, and we have made multiple successful placements with the firm who have been extremely happy with their experience.Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide comprehensive litigation support to two attorneys</li><li>Prepare, revise, format, and proofread pleadings, correspondence, motions, discovery, and other legal documents</li><li>Handle State and Federal court filings and e-filing</li><li>Maintain attorney calendars and accurately track court dates, hearings, depositions, and litigation deadlines</li><li>Coordinate depositions, meetings, court reporters, experts, and other case-related matters</li><li>Assist with discovery, document production, and case organization</li><li>Prepare attorneys for hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials</li><li>Maintain electronic and physical case files</li><li>Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and vendors</li><li>Provide additional administrative and litigation support as needed</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>5+ years of litigation legal assistant experience; defense litigation experience strongly preferred</li><li>Strong knowledge of California State and Federal court procedures and filing requirements</li><li>Excellent calendaring and deadline-management skills</li><li>Strong proofreading, formatting, and document-production abilities</li><li>Highly organized with excellent attention to detail</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document/case management systems</li></ul>Compensation & Benefits<ul><li>Competitive compensation based on experience</li><li>Firm-paid benefits</li><li>2 weeks of PTO</li><li>Paid parking</li><li>Hybrid 3/2 schedule</li><li>40-hour work week</li><li>Stable, supportive environment with excellent employee tenure</li></ul>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant seeking a manageable desk, hybrid flexibility, strong benefits, and long-term stability with a highly regarded defense firm. To apply, submit resumes ONLY to Vice President, Quidana Dove at Quidana.Dove<at>RobertHalf.<com>
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

REMOTE Law & Motion Employment Attorney

Santa Monica, CA
remote
Permanent / Full Time
185000 - 270000 USD / Yearly
Premier Plaintiff Employment Trial Firm Seeks Law & Motion Attorney (100% Remote – CALIFORNIA RESIDENT) About Firm & Position: Highly regarded single-practice plaintiff employment trial firm seeks a Law & Motion Attorney to join its growing team (1–2 openings). The firm focuses exclusively on wrongful termination and harassment matters and is known for securing some of the largest plaintiff employment verdicts in Los Angeles County.This Law & Motion Attorney will report directly to a Shareholder who began as an associate and advanced internally. The firm maintains a strong reputation within the Southern California plaintiff community for high-value verdicts and aggressive trial work. Fully remote within California. Law & Motion Attorney Responsibilities: · Draft and argue complex motions, including dispositive motions · Prepare and respond to detailed discovery · Develop strategic written advocacy supporting trial attorneys · Collaborate with trial team on case positioning and motion strategy · Handle substantive law and motion practice in California employment matters Perks: · 100% remote in California · Trial-focused plaintiff employment practice · Company retreats (recent 3-day retreat at the Ritz-Carlton, Santa Barbara) Salary: $200,000–$270,000 base salary (DOE) + bonus eligible Benefits: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision (after first 60 days); 401K, PTO, bar dues TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]
2026-10-17T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Irvine, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
Exciting opportunity for a Legal Secretary to join a sophisticated BIG FIRM! An international law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary with 5+ years of litigation support experience to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to support high-level attorneys within a sophisticated and collaborative law firm environment. We have placed people at this firm who love the work and the firm's environment! Highlights<ul><li>Prestigious international law firm platform</li><li>Sophisticated litigation practice</li><li>Competitive compensation + bonus potential</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package</li><li>Stable, team-oriented environment</li><li>Long-term growth opportunity</li></ul>Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide high-level administrative and litigation support to attorneys</li><li>Prepare, revise, and format legal documents and correspondence</li><li>Handle state and federal court filings</li><li>Manage calendaring, deadlines, and scheduling</li><li>Coordinate meetings, depositions, travel, and client communications</li><li>Maintain case files and assist with trial preparation</li><li>Process time entries and expense reports</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>5+ years of legal secretary experience within a law firm environment</li><li>Strong experience with both state and federal court filings</li><li>Excellent knowledge of court rules, calendaring, and litigation procedures</li><li>Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal technology platforms</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills</li><li>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment supporting multiple attorneys</li></ul>This is an outstanding opportunity for a polished legal support professional seeking sophisticated work, stability, and the resources of a respected international law firm. To apply, please submit resumes to Vice President, Quidana Dove at Quidana.Dove<at>RobertHalf.<com>
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Santa Ana, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to support a busy civil litigation team in Santa Ana, California. This role is well suited for someone who thrives in a fast-paced law firm environment, brings strong organizational judgment, and can manage multiple attorney needs with accuracy and professionalism. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to a respected national practice while working closely with attorneys on civil litigation matters. Responsibilities:• Support a group of attorneys by coordinating day-to-day administrative and litigation-related tasks across an active caseload.• Prepare, format, revise, and finalize legal documents, correspondence, tables of contents, and tables of authorities with close attention to detail.• Handle electronic court filings in state and, when needed, federal courts while ensuring submissions meet procedural requirements and deadlines.• Maintain attorney schedules by organizing meetings, tracking commitments, and helping keep calendars and priorities aligned.• Process attorney expense reports and related administrative documentation in a timely and accurate manner.• Assist with client-facing materials, including drafting and editing routine correspondence and other legal support documents.• Work within document management platforms to organize files, retrieve records, and maintain efficient document control practices.• Provide dependable office support that helps attorneys stay prepared, responsive, and organized throughout the litigation process.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Irvine, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We're partnering with a highly respected Am Law firm seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join its collaborative team. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a prestigious firm that truly values its staff. We've successfully placed multiple legal professionals with this firm, and they consistently speak highly of the supportive culture, professional development opportunities, and long-term career growth. Qualifications:<ul><li>5+ years of legal secretary experience in a law firm.</li><li>Experience supporting multiple attorneys in a fast-paced legal environment.</li><li>Strong knowledge of state and federal court filings, calendaring, and litigation deadlines.</li><li>Experience preparing pleadings, correspondence, TOAs/TOCs, discovery, and other legal documents.</li><li>Excellent organizational, proofreading, and communication skills.</li><li>Ability to prioritize competing deadlines while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document management systems.</li></ul>What the Firm Offers:<ul><li>Hybrid work schedule.</li><li>Competitive compensation.</li><li>Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits.</li><li>401(k) with employer contribution.</li><li>Generous PTO and paid holidays.</li><li>Annual bonus potential.</li><li>Outstanding firm culture with strong employee retention.</li><li>A collaborative team where legal support staff are valued and recognized.</li></ul>We've placed professionals with this firm who continue to thrive and are genuinely happy in their roles—a testament to the firm's culture and commitment to its employees.If you're an experienced legal secretary looking to join a top-tier firm with excellent benefits and long-term stability, we'd love to speak with you. To apply, submit resumes ONLY to Vice President, Quidana Dove at Quidana.Dove<at>RobertHalf.<com>
2026-09-22T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Los Angeles, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
We're partnering with a prestigious Am Law firm with multiple offices nationwide to identify an experienced Legal Secretary for its Downtown Los Angeles office.This is an exceptional opportunity to join a well-established firm known for its collaborative culture, extensive administrative support, and long-term career opportunities. We've partnered with this firm for years and have successfully placed numerous professionals who continue to thrive and speak highly of the firm's culture and leadership.Qualifications:<ul><li>5+ years of legal secretary experience in a law firm.</li><li>Experience supporting multiple attorneys in a fast-paced legal environment.</li><li>Strong knowledge of state and federal court filings, calendaring, and litigation deadlines.</li><li>Experience preparing pleadings, correspondence, TOAs/TOCs, discovery, and other legal documents.</li><li>Excellent organizational, proofreading, and communication skills.</li><li>Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document management systems.</li></ul>What the Firm Offers:<ul><li>Hybrid work schedule.</li><li>Competitive compensation.</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package.</li><li>401(k) with employer contribution.</li><li>Generous PTO and paid holidays.</li><li>Annual bonus opportunity.</li><li>Am Law platform with multiple offices and abundant administrative resources and support.</li><li>Stable, team-oriented environment with excellent opportunities for long-term career growth.</li></ul>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced legal secretary looking to join a top-tier firm where you'll have the support, resources, and infrastructure to be successful.Apply today or contact me confidentially to learn more about this opportunity. To apply, submit resumes ONLY to Vice President, Quidana Dove at Quidana.Dove<at>RobertHalf.<com>
2026-09-22T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Los Angeles, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to support legal operations. This is a Long-term Contract position suited for someone who can manage administrative priorities in a fast-paced legal environment while maintaining accuracy and professionalism. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, confidence handling court-related documentation, and the ability to keep calendars and correspondence moving efficiently. Responsibilities: • Prepare, review, and submit legal documents through electronic filing systems in accordance with court rules and deadlines. • Coordinate attorney calendars by scheduling hearings, meetings, deadlines, and other case-related commitments. • Produce high-quality legal correspondence and documentation from dictation, notes, and other source materials. • Track important filing dates and follow up on time-sensitive court submissions to help maintain compliance. • Organize case files, records, and supporting materials so information is easy to access and up to date. • Communicate with courts, clients, and internal team members regarding scheduling, filings, and document status.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Newport Beach, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
Litigation Legal Assistant – HYBRID - Newport BeachRobert 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. 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. Key Responsibilities<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>Why Join This Firm<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>Benefits<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>CompensationSalary range: $80,000–$105,000 + performance-based holiday bonus.Compensation will vary based on federal court experience, technical skillset, and overall career stability.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

117 results for Complex Commercial Litigation Associate in Walnut, CA