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Robert Half Legal Secretary in Los Angeles, California
Description We are looking for a dedicated Legal Secretary to join our civil litigation team specializing in business and employment law. This long-term contract position offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, supporting attorneys with case management, document preparation, and client communications. If you have a passion for legal work and thrive in dynamic settings, this role is for you.
Responsibilities:
• Prepare, review, and file legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and discovery materials.
• Maintain and organize case files, ensuring all evidence and documents are easily accessible.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation, including eDiscovery and document management.
• Conduct preliminary legal research and provide concise summaries of findings.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, depositions, and court appearances.
• Communicate with clients to provide updates and address inquiries about ongoing cases.
• Manage calendar schedules to ensure deadlines are met and appointments are tracked.
• Utilize e-filing systems to submit court filings accurately and efficiently. Requirements • Minimum of 3 years' experience as a legal secretary or paralegal in civil litigation, with a focus on business or employment law.
• Proficiency in e-filing systems and legal research tools.
• Strong skills in contract management, compliance, and eDiscovery.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of adaptability.
• Paralegal certification or equivalent is preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with calendar management and scheduling tools.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
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.
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Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. 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.
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