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Description Robert Half Legal is actively partnering with a boutique defense law firm located in Century City to fill a Litigation Legal Secretary position. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated legal professional to join a collaborative and dynamic team while advancing their career. The role offers a hybrid work schedule, significant firm perks, and the potential for permanent employment. Key Responsibilities: + Provide comprehensive administrative support for attorneys specializing in litigation. + Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, discovery, motions, and correspondence. + Manage litigation calendars, including scheduling court deadlines, hearings, and depositions. + File court documents both electronically and manually, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local court rules. + Maintain and organize case files, ensuring accuracy and accessibility. + Handle communication with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel. + Assist in trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and preparing trial binders. + Perform administrative tasks such as timekeeping, expense reporting, and coordinating travel arrangements for attorneys. Requirements Desired Qualifications: + Experience: Minimum of 2 years of litigation legal secretary experience in a law firm setting, preferably in a defense firm. + Technical Skills: Proficiency in legal software, including e-filing systems (e.g., CourtConnect, CM/ECF) and Microsoft Office Suite. + Attention to Detail: Strong proofreading, organizational, and multi-tasking skills with a commitment to accuracy. + Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for working effectively with attorneys, clients, and external contacts. + Self-Motivated: Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Compensation and Perks: + Competitive hourly rate (based on experience and qualifications). + Opportunity for permanent hire after the contract period. + Flexible hybrid work schedule (part in-office, part remote). + Access to a collaborative and supportive team culture. + Firm-provided perks such as professional development opportunities and robust benefits (if hired full-time). Please submit your resume directly to Steve[dot]Moss[at]RobertHalf[dotcom] for immediate consideration. 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 ( 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. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ( .

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