Legal Secretary

Robert Half • Beverly Hills, CA • 4h ago

Description We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join a boutique litigation practice in Beverly Hills, California on a Long-term Contract basis. This role supports attorneys across active civil litigation matters and is well suited for someone who thrives in a deadline-driven legal environment. The position offers the chance to contribute meaningfully to cases moving through state, federal, and appellate courts while working with a collaborative legal team.

Responsibilities:

Coordinate litigation calendars, monitor court dates, and track critical deadlines to help matters progress efficiently.

Draft, format, and submit legal documents for filing in state and federal courts with accuracy and timeliness.

Manage electronic filing activities through court-approved platforms, including PACER and other applicable systems.

Assemble tables of contents and tables of authorities for briefs, motions, and other court submissions.

Organize pleadings, exhibits, correspondence, and related records to maintain complete and orderly case files.

Prepare supporting materials and document sets for hearings, filings, and attorney review.

Provide daily administrative and litigation support to attorneys handling multiple matters at once.

Review upcoming deadlines proactively and follow up on pending items to keep case activity on schedule. Requirements - At least 5 years of experience supporting civil litigation matters in a legal secretary or paralegal capacity.

Strong understanding of filing procedures and practice requirements in both state and federal courts.

Hands-on experience with e-filing systems, including PACER and other electronic court submission tools.

Proven ability to manage legal calendars and maintain accuracy across competing deadlines.

Experience preparing tables of authorities and tables of contents for court filings.

Excellent organizational skills with close attention to detail and the ability to work independently.

Background in defense litigation is strongly preferred.

Appellate litigation exposure is helpful, though not required.

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.

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Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. 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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