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Robert Half
Legal Assistant
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What they do
A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
$76,708 / year median in California
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Robert Half Legal Assistant Santa Ana, CA Apply Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join a litigation team in Santa Ana, California. This Long-term Contract position offers the opportunity to contribute to active matters by supporting attorneys with case coordination, document preparation, and day-to-day litigation activities. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, communicates effectively, and is comfortable managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven legal setting.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and organize discovery materials, including drafting requests and assisting with responses for ongoing litigation matters.
- Create, revise, and assemble Judicial Council forms and other legal documents for attorney review and filing.
- Oversee case calendars by tracking hearings, filing dates, and other critical litigation deadlines.
- Submit court documents through appropriate filing systems for matters in California state courts, including Los Angeles, Orange County, and Riverside County.
- Attend meetings and client discussions to capture thorough notes and develop clear summaries for follow-up.
- Provide administrative and case support related to insurance claims and associated legal documentation.
- Review real estate records and assist with property-related research connected to active cases.
- Maintain accurate case files, update matter information, and support attorneys throughout each stage of litigation. Requirements
- Prior experience supporting civil litigation matters in a Legal Assistant or Paralegal capacity.
- Working knowledge of discovery practice, court procedures, and litigation case flow.
- Proven ability to manage calendaring responsibilities and monitor court-driven deadlines.
- Experience preparing legal forms, pleadings, and related case documents with accuracy.
- Hands-on background with court filings and electronic filing systems.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and a detail-oriented approach to client and team interactions.
- High level of organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple assignments effectively.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and legal case management platforms.