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Robert Half is looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a collaborative law firm in Irvine, California. This role supports attorneys across active litigation matters by managing filings, maintaining case information, coordinating deadlines, and preparing legal documents with accuracy and urgency. The position offers a team-oriented environment, strong long-term stability, and a 4/1 hybrid schedule after onboarding (typically around 30 days) is complete.
Job Responsibility:
Coordinate day-to-day administrative support for litigation matters, keeping case files, contact records, and service information organized and current
Submit court filings electronically, with a primary focus on state court procedures and filing requirements
Track critical dates and maintain attorney calendars to help ensure deadlines, hearings, and case milestones are met
Draft, format, and finalize pleadings, discovery materials, and appellate documents for filing and service
Support trial readiness by assembling materials, organizing exhibits, and assisting attorneys with pre-trial preparation
Review documents carefully for completeness, formatting, and consistency before submission or distribution
Use legal and office software such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Law Toolbox, Kofax, and LexisNexis templates to complete daily work efficiently
Requirements:
Ideally 5 years of experience in a Legal Secretary or similar legal support role
Hands-on experience with electronic filing and court filing procedures
Strong calendaring and deadline management skills in a litigation environment
Ability to prepare and revise legal documents with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, and Excel
Comfortable supporting attorneys in a fast-paced practice with multiple active matters
Strong written communication, organization, and follow-through skills