Litigation paralegal secretary Job at Robert Half (Berkeley)

Legal Secretary

We are seeking a Legal Secretary for a position in Sacramento CA. In this role, ...

Location

United States , Sacramento

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Associate's degree in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, or related field preferred
2+ years of experience as a legal secretary or administrative assistant in a law firm, ideally with exposure to personal injury or litigation practice areas
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal software such as Clio, Time Matters, or similar case management systems
Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment handling high-volume caseloads
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a compassionate demeanor suitable for interacting with injury victims and their families
Knowledge of California court procedures, e-filing systems, and basic legal terminology is a plus
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise discretion with sensitive client information
Reliable, proactive team player with a commitment to accuracy and client satisfaction

Job Responsibility

Manage calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate court appearances, depositions, and client meetings for multiple attorneys
Prepare, file, and organize legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and settlement agreements related to personal injury claims
Handle client communications via phone, email, and in-person interactions, providing updates on case progress and gathering initial intake information for accident or injury reports
Conduct basic research on case details, such as medical records, accident reports, and insurance policies, to support trial preparation
Maintain confidential client files, ensuring compliance with legal standards and firm protocols for sensitive personal injury documentation
Assist with billing, expense tracking, and contingency fee calculations, while coordinating with medical providers and expert witnesses
Perform general office duties, including data entry, transcription of attorney notes, and preparation of correspondence for negotiations or settlements
Support the firm's 24/7 availability by managing urgent inquiries and facilitating quick responses during off-hours as needed

What we offer

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan
Free online training

Fulltime

Paralegal

We are seeking a Paralegal for our operations. In this role, you will be instrum...

Location

United States , Waterbury

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Legal Secretary
Proficiency in Commercial Litigation
Experience in Civil Rights Litigation
Demonstrable Civil Litigation Experience
Familiarity with Civil Litigation
Proficient in Discovery process
Expertise in Legal Research
Proficiency in Cite Check - Shepardize
Ability to Cite Check effectively

Job Responsibility

Conducting comprehensive and accurate legal research
Assisting in the drafting and preparation of court documents, including pleadings and briefs
Scheduling and maintaining attorneys' calendars, ensuring they are notified of deadlines in a timely manner
Monitoring and tracking progress of cases
Responding to routine correspondence and telephone inquiries in a detail-oriented and timely manner
Preparing trial binders, exhibits, and medical binders for court proceedings
Writing and drafting legal documents, ensuring they adhere to court procedures and forms
Working independently with minimal oversight, showing initiative and managing multiple projects with competing priorities
Communicating clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
Utilizing excellent computer skills, including Excel and PowerPoint, and working with database and spreadsheet applications to improve job performance and efficiency

What we offer

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
Eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Litigation secretary paralegal

A real estate law firm is seeking a Litigation Secretary / Paralegal to join the...

Location

United States , Encino

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Prior experience as a Litigation Secretary (paralegal experience a plus, but role is secretary-focused)
Proficiency in e-filing and case management software (MyCase preferred, other systems welcome)
Strong knowledge of court filing procedures, calendaring, and litigation processes
Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under tight deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment

Job Responsibility

E-filing with state and federal courts
Maintain attorney calendars, schedule deadlines, and coordinate hearings and meetings (experience with MyCase or similar systems preferred)
Support a 3 to 1 desk
Draft, prepare, and format pleadings, motions, oppositions, briefs, and other legal documents
Create templates and standard forms based on attorney guidance
Assist with both litigation and transactional matters as needed

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

Paralegal

Legal Services of North Florida has an opening for a Paralegal (full-time 35 hou...

Location

United States , Pensacola

Salary:

38000.00 - 55000.00 USD / Year

Legal Services of North Florida

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Completion of a legal assistant or paralegal program approved by the American Bar Association
Have a two-year or four-year degree
Year-for-year work experience as a legal assistant or legal secretary may be substituted for education requirement
A Florida Registered Paralegal with the Florida Bar Association
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Strong experience in e-filing, conducting client interviews, and preparing documents and materials for hearings
Proficiency in drafting letters, legal motions, and orders in accordance with jurisdictional requirements
Effective communication skills
Ability to maintain accurate, confidential client records

Job Responsibility

Support our Gun Violence Project, a dynamic initiative providing a broad range of civil legal services to individuals who have been impacted by gun-related crimes or offenses
Help clients navigate complex legal issues that may include housing stability, family law, victims' rights, public benefits, and more
Work collaboratively with superior legal professionals in civil litigation and administrative law to strategize and advocate on behalf of clients and seek justice
Have a great deal of client communications and interactions
Engage in significant litigation including large-scale impact work and appellate work
Carry out community education and outreach with two Justice on the Block mobile response units where individuals can speak to an attorney, paralegal, apply for our services, or have assistance filing pro se documents

What we offer

A four day (35 hour) work week
Paid time off includes: holidays, sick leave, and personal leave (which after two years, increases to four weeks per year)
100% fully paid health insurance for employee & dependent children after 60 days of employment
Employer-paid life insurance policy of $25,000
Employer contributes 6% to retirement/ 401K plan, after one year of full time service
Additional voluntary options of dental, vision, term life, disability, and other insurance coverages are also available
Flexible Work Plans including remote work options available after 6 months of employment
Salary paid monthly by direct deposit

Fulltime

Legal Secretary

We are seeking an organized and detail-oriented Legal Secretary to provide admin...

Location

United States , Sacramento

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
associate’s degree or paralegal certificate preferred
Minimum of 3 years of experience as a legal secretary, with extensive knowledge of court filing procedures (e-filing and physical filing)
Litigation background strongly preferred, with familiarity in supporting civil or criminal cases
Proficiency in legal software (e.g., Clio, LexisNexis, or CaseMap) and Microsoft Office Suite
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize under tight deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion

Job Responsibility

Prepare, organize, and maintain accurate legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence
Manage and execute filing of legal documents with courts, ensuring compliance with deadlines and jurisdictional requirements
Coordinate case schedules, including hearings, depositions, and trials, maintaining attorney calendars and deadlines
Assist attorneys with litigation preparation, including compiling exhibits, organizing case files, and conducting basic legal research
Handle client communications, scheduling, and billing support with professionalism and confidentiality
Perform general administrative tasks, such as data entry, document scanning, and file organization

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Legal Secretary/Paralegal

Join a reputable law firm in Salinas, CA as a Legal Secretary or Paralegal, supp...

Location

United States , Salinas

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2-3+ years of experience as a Legal Secretary or Paralegal in litigation
Strong skills drafting discovery responses, complaints, and legal pleadings
Proficient with California state court filing procedures and electronic filing in federal courts via PACER
Knowledge of legal terminology, processes, and document management systems
Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills
Paralegal certificate preferred, but equivalent work experience will be considered

Job Responsibility

Draft pleadings, complaints, discovery requests/responses, and other legal documents
File documents efficiently in California state courts and federal courts using PACER
Manage attorneys’ calendars, deadlines, and case-related tasks
Organize, maintain, and update case files (both electronic and physical)
Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
Assist with trial preparation and support attorneys throughout all stages of litigation

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Temporary Legal Assistant

A boutique antitrust and complex litigation law firm in San Francisco is seeking...

Location

United States , San Francisco

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of litigation support experience in a Legal Assistant, Litigation Secretary, or Litigation Paralegal capacity
Strong knowledge of state and federal court rules and e-filing procedures
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word (legal formatting) and Adobe Acrobat
Experience with TOC/TOA preparation and filing-ready document production
Ability to work onsite five days per week in San Francisco and start quickly

Job Responsibility

Prepare, format, and file litigation documents in state and federal courts, ensuring compliance with local and judge-specific rules
Handle e-filing and filing-ready document preparation, including pleadings, exhibits, TOCs/TOAs, PDF assembly, bookmarking, and proofs of service
Support trial and deposition preparation, including exhibit organization, binder preparation, and coordination of materials
Assist with litigation calendaring and deadline tracking
Provide hands-on litigation support to attorneys and paralegals across active matters

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Paralegal Legal Secretary Legal Admin

We are looking for an experienced Paralegal/Legal Secretary/Legal Admin to join ...

Location

United States , Glendale

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Demonstrated experience in civil litigation
Proficiency with state and federal electronic filing systems
Strong legal administrative skills, including document formatting and proofing
Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently with minimal supervision
Experience working within collaborative legal support teams
Familiarity with legal technology tools
Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities

Job Responsibility

Draft and finalize legal documents, including motions, pleadings, and discovery materials, for attorney review and submission
Perform electronic filing of motions and pleadings in both state and federal courts
Maintain and manage litigation calendars, ensuring deadlines and case schedules are met
Format, proofread, and prepare legal documents for submission while adhering to court requirements
Assist in drafting initial discovery and motion documents to support case preparation
Collaborate on trial preparation tasks, recognizing that most cases settle before reaching trial
Utilize legal matter management platforms, such as Litify, to organize case documentation and workflows
Provide administrative assistance to attorneys within a pooled support staff structure, ensuring efficient team operations
Adapt quickly to changing priorities and contribute to the success of the litigation team

What we offer

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
Eligible to enroll in company 401(k) plan
Access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits
Free online training

Litigation paralegal secretary

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Berkeley

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 13, 2026

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