Legal Secretary

Description About the Role We're seeking a seasoned legal secretary with litigation experience for a contract‑to‑hire role based in San Jose. This position supports attorneys handling complex matters in state and federal court and offers a bonus hybrid schedule. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, deadline‑driven, and comfortable supporting multiple attorneys in a fast‑paced litigation environment. Job Description

• 5+ years of experience supporting attorneys in state and federal court litigation matters
• Strong knowledge of court rules, procedures, and formatting requirements, including motion and trial filings
• Extensive experience with calendaring, deadline tracking, and electronic filing systems such as ECF, PACER, OneLegal, First Legal, or similar platforms
• Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat Pro, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience using litigation support tools including Law Toolbox, Lexis, transcript management software, and electronic discovery databases
• Highly organized with the ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working in a high‑volume, deadline‑driven setting Requirements Qualifications
• Prior experience supporting multiple litigation attorneys simultaneously
• Ability to independently manage filings, calendars, and case materials with minimal supervision
• Strong proofreading and document formatting skills
• Professional demeanor and ability to communicate effectively with attorneys, courts, and internal teams
• Reliable, adaptable, and responsive in time‑sensitive situations Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies.

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