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Reputable law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary to join their dynamic law firm in San Francisco, California. This role is pivotal in supporting the litigation team by ensuring seamless organization, communication, and the preparation of legal documents. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess exceptional attention to detail, and have a comprehensive understanding of litigation procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and organize legal documents, ensuring both physical and electronic filing systems are up-to-date and accessible.

• Assist attorneys in drafting, revising, and finalizing various legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery responses, subpoenas, and correspondence.

• File court documents electronically through state and federal e-filing systems, guaranteeing accuracy and timeliness.

• Manage attorneys’ calendars by scheduling depositions, court appearances, trials, meetings, and client consultations.

• Prepare trial materials such as binders, exhibits, and other required documents to support litigation efforts.

• Coordinate with court personnel, opposing counsel, process servers, and clients for smooth communication and case management.

• Monitor litigation deadlines, ensuring attorneys are fully prepared for hearings, motions, and trials.

• Perform administrative tasks such as scanning, copying, mailing, and managing correspondence for attorneys.

• Support the team by tracking case progress and providing updates on critical deadlines and developments.

• Facilitate attorney-client communication to ensure timely updates and information exchange.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience as a litigation legal secretary in a law firm setting.

• Strong knowledge of litigation procedures, including e-filing systems, discovery processes, and trial preparation.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and case management software such as NetDocs, Worldox, and ProLaw.

• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment.

• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills for collaboration and client interaction.

• Familiarity with federal and state court systems, as well as local court rules and procedures.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating strong problem-solving capabilities.

• Detail-oriented approach to managing multiple priorities and deadlines efficiently.

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 qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. 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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