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Robert Half Legal Assistant in Petaluma, California

Description

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide comprehensive administrative support to one of the two partners, focusing on trial preparation and case management in personal injury and employment law.

  • Draft pleadings, interrogatories, and other legal documents, with a preference for plaintiff work.

  • Maintain and manage electronic files, ensuring all documents are accurately organized and easily accessible.

  • Handle calendaring using Clio, including scheduling court dates, meetings, and discovery requests.

  • Follow up on client requests and manage client communications effectively.

  • Assist with formatting documents and ensuring compliance with court rules.

  • Conduct legal research, particularly for employment cases, which may require more hands-on investigation.

  • Ensure all tasks and deadlines are met promptly and accurately.

    Requirements

Required Skills and Qualifications:

· Familiarity with civil litigation, including drafting pleadings and interrogatories.

· Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.

· Proficiency in using Clio for calendaring and familiarity with court rules.

· Experience in managing discovery requests and related documentation.

· Strong ability to format legal documents and manage calendars effectively.

· A few years of experience in civil litigation, with a preference for personal injury and employment law.

· Flexibility for a hybrid working arrangement, although in-person support is primarily required.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced 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.

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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