<p>Robert Half is working with a reputable law firm seeking a Legal Secretary to support a Managing Partner in a busy litigation practice. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for a highly organized professional who can manage multiple priorities, work independently, and deliver accurate, high-quality work in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and interested in a long-term opportunity with growth potential.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Provide high-level administrative and litigation support to a Managing Partner.</li><li>Prepare, edit, and proofread legal correspondence, letters, and other documents.</li><li>Manage attorney time entry and billing submissions.</li><li>Review, organize, and process documents using legal practice management systems, including Prevail.</li><li>Coordinate attorney calendars, deadlines, and daily workflow.</li><li>Maintain organized files and handle confidential information with discretion.</li><li>Prioritize and manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Take ownership of tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.</li><li>Ensure all work product is accurate, professional, and completed in a timely manner.</li></ul>
<p>Our client, a nationally recognized firm, is seeking a <strong>Legal Secretary</strong> to join their close-knit team in Berkeley. This is a fully onsite, temp-to-hire opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional with a strong civil litigation background who enjoys supporting attorneys, managing priorities, and contributing wherever needed. While the primary focus is legal secretary support, the firm is also open to leveraging administrative and paralegal-related skills when helpful.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare, revise, proofread, and format pleadings, motions, correspondence, and other legal documents</li><li>Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, court dates, and case-related scheduling</li><li>Handle state and federal court filings, including e-filing</li><li>Organize and maintain case files, pleadings, and litigation documents</li><li>Assist with discovery, document management, and trial preparation</li><li>Prepare exhibits, binders, and hearing materials</li><li>Answer incoming calls and provide general office administrative support</li><li>Assist with document review, investigations, and other substantive case support as needed</li></ul>
<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 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>A San Francisco–based personal injury law firm is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Legal Administrative Assistant to support its civil litigation team. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity ideal for a legal admin who enjoys being a central support resource in a fast-paced, plaintiff-side law firm environment. The Legal Administrative Assistant will provide general administrative and operational support to attorneys and legal staff, assisting with case coordination, document handling, and office operations. While experience in personal injury or litigation is preferred, candidates with administrative experience in any legal practice area are encouraged to apply.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Provide administrative support to attorneys, paralegals, and legal staff</li><li>Prepare, format, and proofread correspondence and legal documents</li><li>Assist with basic court filings and document submissions as directed</li><li>Maintain and organize electronic and physical case files</li><li>Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments</li><li>Answer phones, direct calls, and interact professionally with clients and vendors</li><li>Assist with intake forms, record requests, and general case coordination</li><li>Support office operations, including supplies, records management, and special projects</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half Legal is recruiting an Sr. Associate Attorney (or Of Counsel) to join a growing commercial and intellectual property (IP) litigation practice group at the North Bay office of a large law firm. This opportunity is well suited for a lawyer with several years of litigation experience who is eager to handle sophisticated disputes and work closely with private-sector clients, including innovators and tech companies. This position offers meaningful case management responsibilities, courtroom advocacy, and play a key role in strengthening an expanding trial practice.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Handle a range of commercial, business, and civil litigation matters from early case assessment through resolution.</p><p>• Partner closely with senior attorneys to develop case strategy and support the continued growth of the business litigation practice.</p><p>• Prepare persuasive motions, pleadings, briefs, and other court filings with strong attention to detail and legal analysis.</p><p>• Manage written discovery, document review, and fact development to build well-supported litigation positions.</p><p>• Represent clients in hearings, court appearances, and other proceedings as matters progress.</p><p>• Work on disputes involving intellectual property, employment-related claims, and other complex business issues.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with clients, including organizations in the technology sector, to provide practical legal guidance and case updates.</p><p><br></p><p>The target salary is $140,000 - 215,000+/yr, DOE, plus sizeable monthly productivity bonuses (ranging from $1,500 - 4,000/month) and a discretionary annual bonus (ranging from $7,000 to $20,000+). Comprehensive benefits, including the firm’s profit-sharing contributions to the retirement plan, are a part of the employment package. 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>
We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join our boutique estate planning and trust administration practice in Los Altos, California. This position requires a motivated and meticulous individual who thrives in a collaborative environment and possesses expertise in all aspects of trust and estate administration. You will work closely with attorneys, clients, fiduciaries, and support staff, managing complex cases and meeting deadlines with precision.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Organize and analyze asset information to support trust and estate administration processes.<br>• Assist in appraising and valuing assets, including strategies for asset allocation and subtrust funding.<br>• Prepare inventories, asset allocation agreements, and transfer documents for trust and estate matters.<br>• Draft and file court pleadings such as Probate petitions, Spousal Property petitions, and Trust Reformation petitions.<br>• Manage court filings, eFilings, discovery processes, and service of legal documents.<br>• Research and prepare deeds and supporting documents for real property transfers, including grant deeds and quitclaim deeds.<br>• Create fiduciary reports and accountings to ensure compliance and accuracy.<br>• Review and prepare Estate and Gift Tax returns with attention to detail.<br>• Maintain organized physical and electronic client files for seamless access and management.
<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>
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.
<p>We are looking for a skilled Paralegal to support a busy real estate transactional practice in California. This permanent position is well suited for someone who can manage complex deal documentation, coordinate critical deadlines, and contribute to smooth closings across purchase, sale, and leasing matters. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with title and survey analysis, practical judgment, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced legal environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Examine title reports, surveys, and related due diligence materials to identify issues and support real estate purchase, sale, and lease transactions.</p><p>• Organize and track transaction documents, ensuring files are complete, accurate, and aligned with key milestones and closing requirements.</p><p>• Prepare and maintain critical dates summaries so attorneys and stakeholders remain informed of deadlines and deliverables.</p><p>• Assist with transaction closings by coordinating signatures, compiling closing sets, and following through on post-closing items.</p><p>• Support attorneys with drafting, revising, and managing documents connected to real estate matters, including purchase and lease-related agreements.</p><p>• Communicate with internal teams, clients, and third parties to gather information, resolve document issues, and keep transactions moving forward.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join a plaintiff-focused personal injury practice in San Rafael, California. This role supports attorneys across both pre-litigation and active litigation matters while helping clients navigate the legal process with care and professionalism. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement and the chance to contribute within a team-oriented environment that values accuracy, responsiveness, and strong case support.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee a portfolio of personal injury cases from initial intake through settlement or further litigation, keeping each matter organized and progressing on schedule.<br>• Prepare a wide range of legal documents, including client correspondence, demand submissions, pleadings, discovery materials, subpoenas, and settlement-related paperwork.<br>• Gather, organize, and analyze medical records, billing statements, and other supporting documentation needed to develop and evaluate claims.<br>• Track filing dates, procedural deadlines, and key case events while assisting attorneys with court submissions, depositions, mediations, and trial readiness.<br>• Serve as a consistent point of contact for clients, insurance representatives, healthcare providers, and opposing counsel to support timely communication and case updates.<br>• Maintain complete and accurate case files in the firm’s management systems, ensuring records, calendars, and documentation remain current and reliable.
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.
We are looking for a skilled Paralegal to support a busy litigation practice in Berkeley, California. This role is ideal for someone who can manage case materials, coordinate filings, and help attorneys prepare for every stage of litigation. The position requires strong judgment, careful handling of confidential information, and the ability to stay organized while balancing multiple deadlines.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Draft and revise pleadings, letters, and other legal materials to support ongoing litigation matters.<br>• Assist attorneys with legal memoranda and court submissions by cite-checking authorities, applying Bluebook standards, and formatting documents in line with applicable court requirements.<br>• Collect and organize factual records, exhibits, and supporting evidence for case initiation, discovery, motions, and related proceedings.<br>• Manage discovery workflows by preparing requests and responses, conducting document reviews, and coordinating productions that include redactions, Bates labeling, privilege logs, and eDiscovery tasks.<br>• Maintain case information within legal databases and document management systems, ensuring materials are easy to retrieve and accurately filed.<br>• Communicate with clients and class members to obtain information, share updates, and support the development of case records.<br>• Prepare binders, exhibits, witness files, and other materials needed for depositions, mediations, oral arguments, and trial proceedings.<br>• Coordinate litigation support activities such as e-filing, service of documents, deadline tracking, scanning, digital filing, mailings, and general document processing in a paperless environment.
<p>We are seeking a skilled Paralegal to join our team in our San Jose, California branch. The role involves working closely with attorneys in handling various aspects of litigation within the industry that requires a high level of attention to detail. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your skills in Civil Litigation, Motions, Briefs, and Trial Preparation.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Assisting attorneys with the management and preparation of legal documents, including motions, complaints, and briefs.</p><p>• Handling client and witness interviews for hearing, deposition, and trial.</p><p>• Conducting thorough and accurate legal support work as permitted by the rules of the California State Bar.</p><p>• Utilizing exceptional communication and analytical skills to resolve complex legal issues.</p><p>• Working independently and collaboratively with the team to ensure legal tasks are completed efficiently.</p><p>• Managing evidence in an organized manner to assist attorneys in the litigation process.</p><p>• Utilizing creative thinking and problem-solving skills to tackle legal challenges.</p><p>• Maintaining a high level of performance and delivering measurable results.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary Supervisor to lead legal support operations for a busy practice serving attorneys in San Francisco, California. This role combines team leadership with hands-on litigation and administrative support, ensuring attorneys receive dependable, high-quality assistance while legal secretaries are guided, coached, and developed. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, deep knowledge of court procedures, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced law firm environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily work assignments across the legal secretary team by aligning deadlines, individual strengths, and attorney needs to maintain balanced coverage and timely completion of tasks.<br>• Oversee team workload and availability, adjusting priorities and redistributing assignments as demands shift to keep matters moving efficiently.<br>• Lead, coach, and support legal secretary staff through regular check-ins, practical guidance, and ongoing feedback that encourages growth and accountability.<br>• Partner with attorneys and legal support colleagues to deliver accurate calendaring, document preparation, filing support, and other essential litigation assistance.<br>• Act as a knowledgeable resource on office procedures, court requirements, and effective work practices, with particular support for less experienced team members.<br>• Contribute to employee performance management by documenting progress, participating in formal evaluations, and helping address workplace concerns in coordination with human resources.<br>• Identify opportunities to strengthen team operations, then implement improved processes, templates, and reference materials that promote consistency and quality.<br>• Provide direct secretarial assistance to assigned attorneys, including scheduling, document formatting and proofreading, electronic filing and service, time entry, and backup support as needed.