Legal Secretary, Robert Half

Robert Half

Location:
United States, Emeryville

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

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Job Description:

Our client, a reputable plaintiff personal injury law firm in Emeryville, is seeking an experienced and committed Legal Secretary to join their driven and collaborative team. Key responsibilities include administrative support, document preparation and formatting, calendaring and scheduling, litigation assistance, e-filing duties, client and vendor communication, and resource management. Qualifications include a minimum of 3 years of experience as a legal secretary, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, experience with e-filing systems in California courts, strong organizational and multitasking abilities, and excellent communication skills. Robert Half offers contract, temporary, and permanent placement solutions along with a range of benefits.

Job Responsibility:

Provide comprehensive administrative assistance to attorneys, ensuring seamless operations and organization of case materials
Draft, edit, proofread, and format correspondence, pleadings, motions, discovery documents, and other legal paperwork to meet court rules and firm standards
Manage and maintain attorneys’ calendars, including monitoring deadlines, scheduling depositions, hearings, and meetings, and assisting with reminders for key dates
Support case and trial preparation, including assembling exhibits, filing legal documents, and maintaining accurate records of case status
Handle electronic filing in state and federal courts, ensuring timely and accurate submissions
Communicate professionally with clients, court personnel, and third-party vendors to ensure all necessary information is gathered and disseminated effectively
Maintain organized files, both hardcopy and digital, and assist attorneys in accessing case-related information as needed

Requirements:

Minimum of 3 years of experience as a legal secretary, preferably in civil litigation (insurance defense, personal injury, employment, business, etc.)
Proven ability to handle calendaring, trial assistance, and document formatting with precision
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal document formatting tools
Experience with e-filing systems used in California courts is required
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, with a keen attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact confidently with attorneys, clients, and court staff
Professional demeanor with a customer-focused mindset

What we offer:

Access to top jobs
Competitive compensation and benefits
Free online training
Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan enrollment

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
June 26, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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