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Description We are looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant to provide comprehensive support to attorneys and ensure the efficient operation of legal cases and firm processes. This role requires a proactive individual who excels in managing legal documentation, scheduling, correspondence, and trial preparation. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and a deep understanding of litigation procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Open and close legal cases by obtaining necessary contracts, authorizations, and case details, and ensure proper documentation is circulated.

• Draft, prepare, and send legal correspondence, including communications with clients and other relevant parties.

• Coordinate travel arrangements for attorneys and manage incoming mail and service documents appropriately.

• Order and organize investigation reports and medical records for case files.

• Transcribe dictation promptly and maintain attorney calendars for appointments, depositions, and court schedules.

• Create, maintain, and organize both physical and electronic case files, ensuring all documents are saved and routed correctly.

• Prepare and file complaints, motions, and other pleadings in state and federal courts, adhering to deadlines and filing requirements.

• Schedule court appearances, depositions, and client meetings, arranging for interpreters or videographers when necessary.

• Assist in trial preparation by organizing trial binders, exhibits, and other materials, and coordinating expert witnesses and jury instructions.

• Manage discovery processes, ensuring timely receipt and distribution to attorneys, paralegals, and clients. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree preferred, with 3-5+ years of litigation experience; experience representing clients in personal injury or medical malpractice cases is a plus.

• Strong knowledge of Code of Civil Procedure rules and court filing requirements, including e-filing in state and federal courts.

• Proficiency in Office Suite applications and calendaring tools, with exceptional attention to detail.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with individuals across organizational levels.

• Proven project and task management capabilities with a focus on meeting deadlines.

• Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain positive client relationships.

• High level of initiative and ability to adapt to changing demands in a legal environment.

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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