Legal Assistant

Description We are looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant to join our team in Berkeley, California.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic plaintiff IP firm by supporting various administrative, legal, and organizational tasks. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and bring versatility to a team-oriented office setting.

Responsibilities:

- Manage reception duties, including answering phones and greeting visitors with professionalism.

- Coordinate court filings and handle e-filing processes accurately and efficiently.

- Support civil litigation tasks through calendar management and scheduling.

- Assist with administrative responsibilities such as document organization and office setup.

- Perform light paralegal duties as required, including aiding in litigation preparation.

- Maintain organized records and ensure timely updates to legal documents.

- Collaborate with attorneys and staff to meet deadlines and client needs.

- Provide general office support to ensure smooth daily operations.

- Handle correspondence and communication with courts and clients.

- Adapt to a variety of tasks, combining administrative, secretarial, and paralegal work. Requirements - Proven experience with e-filing and court filings in a legal environment.

- Familiarity with civil litigation processes and associated documentation.

- Strong organizational skills, particularly in calendar management and scheduling.

- Ability to handle receptionist duties with professionalism and poise.

- Experience in administrative assistance and office management.

- Knowledge of litigation paralegal practices and responsibilities.

- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.

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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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  for more information.

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