Legal Assistant

Legal Assistant Robert Half - 3.9 San Jose, CA Job Details Temporary | Contract $30 - $40 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Litigation discovery assistance Administrative experience Legal administrative experience Document management Full Job Description Established law firm is seeking a Legal Assistant to support a busy legal team in San Jose, California. This Legal Assistant positions offers the opportunity to contribute to active family law matters by court calendaring, e-filing, and keeping case materials organized. The ideal candidate brings prior experience in a civil, estate, or family law litigation environments and can confidently handle administrative and case support responsibilities in a fast-paced office. This position requires full-time on-site work in San Jose, CA.

Responsibilities:

Manage attorney calendars in ProLaw, including court dates, deadlines, meetings, and other time-sensitive commitments. Prepare and organize discovery shells and maintain case materials so files remain accurate, current, and accessible. Receive, save, and file incoming legal documents while ensuring records are properly maintained within firm systems. Coordinate conference calls, arrange court reporter scheduling, and assist with other logistics related to hearings and case activity. Support court and electronic filing processes, helping submissions meet formatting, timing, and procedural requirements. Provide day-to-day assistance with active casework, including document handling and general litigation support. Maintain orderly filing systems and help ensure all matter-related information is tracked and stored efficiently. At least 2 years of experience as a Legal Assistant or related position. Background in family law is preferred; candidates with civil litigation or trust and estates litigation experience will also be considered. Hands-on experience with e-filing, court filings, and legal document management. Proficiency with calendar management, including the use of ProLaw for deadline and event tracking. Working knowledge of discovery preparation, filing procedures, and litigation support tasks. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy onsite office. 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 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 and Privacy Notice .