Legal Assistant

Robert Half • Burlingame, CA • 1h ago

Description

A Burlingame-based law firm is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented administrative professional with at least one year of law firm experience and strong document management and file administration skills to join the firm on a contract-to-hire basis. Supporting a team of primarily remote paralegals, this position requires someone who is comfortable working independently onsite, managing recurring processes with minimal supervision, and maintaining consistency across high-volume document and file management responsibilities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in legal administration within a stable, process-oriented law firm environment.

Key Responsibilities

Manage daily document flow, including scanning, organizing, and filing incoming mail and client documents

Maintain physical and electronic client files, including file creation, organization, and ongoing file maintenance

Prepare and process outgoing correspondence and document transmittals

Finalize documents for signature, ensuring accuracy and completeness

Track certified mail receipts and delivery confirmations

Assemble exhibits and supporting documentation for legal filings, tax returns, and petitions

Coordinate administrative filings, including lodging wills and recording deeds

Prepare proofs of service and assist with post-recording document processing

Support file audits, document organization, and records management projects

Provide administrative support to a team of five paralegals, the majority of whom work remotely

Requirements

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.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

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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