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Robert Half
San Jose, CA (In Person)
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Description Our client is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant with 5-10 years of litigation support experience to join their San Jose office. This role will provide high-level administrative and legal support to attorneys while contributing to the overall organization and efficiency of the team. The ideal candidate is comfortable in a paperless environment and able to adapt to the individual working styles of multiple attorneys. Key Responsibilities + Provide day-to-day legal and administrative support to a group of attorneys + Draft, revise, and proofread a high volume of legal documents, including pleadings, correspondence, and complex filings (TOCs/TOAs) + Handle court filings in both state and federal courts, including electronic filing systems + Manage calendars, including scheduling hearings, depositions, deadlines, and meetings; track court rules and filing requirements + Assist with trial preparation and support as needed + Support paralegals with file organization and maintaining case records + Coordinate travel arrangements and process expense reports + Perform administrative duties such as billing support, client correspondence, and reporting Requirements Qualifications + 5-10 years of experience in a litigation legal assistant or legal secretary role + Strong working knowledge of state and federal court filing procedures, including e-filing + Highly organized with strong communication and interpersonal skills + Ability to prioritize, anticipate needs, and work both independently and collaboratively + Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) + Experience with document management systems such as iManage or similar + Strong proofreading skills and attention to detail + Ability to manage confidential information with discretion 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) .