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Civil Litigation Secretary

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Robert Half

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Location:
United States , Oakland

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Contract Type:
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Job Description:

A prominent municipal entity in Oakland is seeking a skilled Civil Litigation Secretary to join their legal team on a long-term contract and hybrid basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional with strong civil litigation support experience, and someone seeking flexibility to work 3 days remote, and 2 days on-site!

Job Responsibility:

  • perform high-volume state and federal e-filing
  • manage complex calendaring, deadlines, and court schedules
  • draft, revise, and format litigation documents, including TOAs/TOCs
  • support attorneys with administrative and litigation tasks
  • maintain organized case files and assist with document preparation

Requirements:

  • 2+ years of civil litigation experience required
  • experience supporting municipal entities (or working within one) strongly preferred
  • proficiency with e-filing platforms, legal calendaring, and document formatting
  • strong written communication, attention to detail, and organizational skills
  • ability to work on-site in Oakland 2 days per week
What we offer:
  • medical insurance
  • vision insurance
  • dental insurance
  • life insurance
  • disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
November 22, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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