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Robert Half

Legal Secretary

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A Litigation Legal Secretary provides secretarial and administrative work for a litigation attorney or litigation law firm. Uses specialized knowledge of legal terminology and procedures related to litigation. Organizes files, schedules meetings and manages communication to prepare for lawsuits and trials. Prepares and files documents for court cases. Works with supervision from an attorney or paralegal; may handle paralegal tasks.

$84,378 / year median in California

-17% projected decline

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Job Description

Description Growing law firm in Redwood City, California is seeking a Legal Secretary to provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys in a fast-paced practice. As a Legal Secretary, you'll support the full litigation lifecycle from case inception through trial. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with strong organizational skills and prior experience handling state court e-filing and calendaring.
Key Responsibilities:
+ Provide day-to-day administrative support to attorneys and legal staff. + Prepare, format, revise, and proofread legal correspondence, pleadings, and other case-related documents. + Handle state court e-filing and ensure filings are submitted accurately and timely. + Manage attorney calendars, including court dates, deadlines, client meetings, and other key events. + Coordinate scheduling for hearings, depositions, meetings, and conference calls. + Maintain and organize physical and electronic case files. + Communicate with clients, court personnel, vendors, and outside counsel in a professional manner. + Assist with document preparation, records management, and general office support as needed.
Requirements Qualifications:
+ Prior experience as a Legal Secretary in a law firm environment. + Required experience with state court e-filing and legal calendaring. + Strong knowledge of court procedures, filing deadlines, and legal document formatting. + Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills. + Strong written and verbal communication skills. + Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management systems is preferred. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .