We are looking for a Litigation Legal Secretary to support a busy legal team in California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for an organized individual who can manage court-related administrative work with accuracy and sound judgment. The role requires strong organization, the ability to prioritize shifting deadlines, and confidence handling litigation support tasks in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, review, and submit court documents through electronic filing systems while ensuring compliance with applicable rules and deadlines.<br>• Coordinate attorney calendars by scheduling hearings, depositions, meetings, and other case-related commitments.<br>• Draft, format, and finalize legal correspondence, pleadings, and other litigation documents from dictation and attorney notes.<br>• Monitor case deadlines and maintain accurate records to support timely filings and case activity.<br>• Communicate with courts, clients, and opposing counsel regarding scheduling, filings, and document processing.<br>• Organize and maintain case files, both electronic and physical, to ensure materials are current and easy to access.<br>• Provide day-to-day administrative support to attorneys handling litigation matters, including document preparation and follow-up tasks.
<p>Robert Half Legal is partnering with a prestigious full-service regional law firm in its search for a Litigation Legal Secretary. This contract opportunity is based onsite in Century City and offers the potential to work with a highly respected litigation team supporting attorneys in a fast-paced, sophisticated practice. The ideal candidate will have strong experience supporting litigation attorneys, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining a high level of professionalism and accuracy.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Support multiple litigation attorneys with day-to-day legal and administrative needs</li><li>Manage complex calendars, coordinate meetings, depositions, mediations, and court appearances</li><li>Prepare, revise, proofread, and format correspondence, pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents</li><li>File documents electronically in California state and federal courts</li><li>Maintain litigation calendars and monitor court deadlines</li><li>Coordinate service of process and filing logistics with vendors, courts, and opposing counsel</li><li>Draft and prepare tables of contents, tables of authorities, exhibits, and hearing binders</li><li>Open new matters, maintain client files, and ensure documents are properly organized within the document management system</li><li>Assist attorneys with discovery, document production, and case management tasks</li><li>Process attorney time entries, expense reports, and billing-related requests</li><li>Handle attorney travel arrangements and prepare expense reimbursements as needed</li><li>Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, and vendors</li><li>Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence, including mail and email communications</li><li>Assist with trial preparation, witness coordination, and exhibit management</li><li>Prepare conflict checks, engagement letters, and matter opening documentation</li><li>Provide general administrative support to litigation teams as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>A thriving 20+ attorney law firm is seeking a legal assistant to join their team! <strong>This legal assistant can permanently work remotely 2 days/week!</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>My team has placed 9 legal professionals with this firm, 4 of whom are legal assistants, and all are still with the firm and have had a positive experience!</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>This legal assistant will be responsible for:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Scheduling meetings and calendaring court deadlines</li><li>State court filings</li><li>Drafting and formatting legal documents</li><li>Trial prep</li></ul><p><strong><u>The ideal legal assistant will have:</u></strong></p><ul><li>1+ years of California litigation experience</li><li>A bachelor’s degree</li></ul><p>*The firm is happy to consider legal assistants with future law or graduate school plans, as long as this person can commit to at least 2 years with the firm.</p><p><br></p><p>This legal assistant will be joining a friendly firm, and this is a new legal assistant position the firm is adding due to growth. This firm has an incredibly collaborative environment and a very positive work culture! This firm does regular outings and employee appreciation events to celebrate their team. Every candidate my team has placed with this firm still works here. We would recommend this firm to anyone based on their glowing feedback! The firm is offering this legal assistant a great benefits package, including 100% firm-paid healthcare, 401K with generous firm contribution, PTO, and more!</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration for this exciting legal assistant opportunity, please send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin<at>RobertHalf.<com></p>
<p><strong><u>Experienced Litigation Secretary (MASS TORTS) – HYBRID in Costa Mesa</u></strong></p><p>Robert Half Legal is partnering with a highly regarded litigation boutique focused on complex business and commercial disputes to identify an experienced <strong>Litigation Secretary </strong>to join their Mass Tort team. This firm is known for sophisticated casework, rigorous procedural standards, and a collaborative professional culture.</p><p><br></p><p>This opportunity is best suited for a Litigation Secretary with substantial experience handling mass torts, calendaring, document production, and trial prep Candidates must be confident managing court rules, deadlines, and filing requirements independently. Extensive experience is highly valued.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Provide high‑level litigation support to trial attorneys in mass tort matters</li><li>Draft, format, proofread, and finalize pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence</li><li>Handle state, federal, and appellate court filings, including e‑filings and filings under seal</li><li>Handle document management and production</li><li>Manage litigation calendars, court deadlines, and procedural timelines</li><li>Coordinate filing requirements related to motions, hearings, and trial preparation</li><li>Maintain and organize case files in compliance with court and firm standards</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Why Join This Firm</strong></p><ul><li>Consistently positive feedback from previously placed candidates</li><li>Known for strong culture, independence, and sophisticated litigation work</li><li>Hybrid work schedule</li><li>Modern, professional office environment in Costa Mesa</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary ranging from $90,000-110,000</li><li>Medical, dental, and vision coverage</li><li>401k</li><li>Paid time off, including holidays, sick time and vacation</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half Legal is partnering with a highly regarded midsize full-service law firm in Los Angeles to identify a Real Estate Legal Assistant for its busy and sophisticated Real Estate practice.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an excellent contract-to-hire opportunity to join a collaborative legal team known for handling complex commercial real estate transactions in an entrepreneurial, client-focused environment. The Real Estate Legal Assistant will provide essential support to attorneys and paralegals in the Real Estate Department, while also assisting the Corporate team as needed.</p><p><br></p><p>Position Overview</p><p>The ideal candidate will have substantial experience supporting commercial real estate transactions, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced law firm environment. This individual will play a key role in keeping transactions organized, on schedule, and moving efficiently from inception through closing. The firm strongly prefers candidates located in the Los Angeles area who can work on-site or in a hybrid capacity. However, highly qualified candidates with extensive commercial real estate transaction experience will also be considered for a fully remote arrangement.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Prepare, format, proofread, and revise transactional documents, correspondence, and closing materials.</li><li>Maintain transaction timelines, critical date checklists, and Outlook calendars to ensure all deadlines are met.</li><li>Coordinate the collection, organization, and delivery of signature pages and executed documents to clients, lenders, and title companies.</li><li>Assist with the preparation and organization of closing binders and transaction files.</li><li>Track outstanding items and support overall transaction management from opening through closing.</li><li>Prepare and process expense reimbursements, check requests, and related administrative documentation.</li><li>Manage document execution through DocuSign and other electronic signature platforms.</li><li>Handle document production, including complex formatting, redlining, and use of firm templates and macros.</li><li>Coordinate document deliveries via FedEx, GLS, messenger, courier, and other service providers.</li><li>Maintain electronic and physical matter files, including document management within NetDocuments.</li><li>Schedule and coordinate meetings, conference calls, and appointments.</li><li>Provide backup support to the Corporate Department Transaction Coordinator.</li><li>Assist with business entity formations, foreign qualifications, and related corporate filings.</li><li>Order good standing certificates, certified filings, and other corporate records from state agencies.</li><li>Provide limited executive and administrative support as needed.</li></ul>
<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>