File Clerk

Description We are looking for a dependable and highly organized File Clerk to support legal operations in California. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is well suited for someone beginning a career in a structured office environment, including entry-level candidates or those with prior clerical or law firm exposure. In this role, you will help keep physical and digital records accurate, accessible, and secure while providing day-to-day administrative assistance to legal staff.

You may also contribute support to the Intellectual Property team as business needs require.

Responsibilities:

- Maintain, sort, and retrieve paper and electronic records to ensure files remain complete and easy to access.

- Support file intake and closure activities by preparing, updating, and monitoring records in line with office procedures.

- Assist with calendar and docket coordination by tracking deadlines and helping keep schedule information current.

- Enter, revise, and verify information within internal databases and document management systems with a high level of accuracy.

- Help process, scan, file, and monitor legal documents, correspondence, and related materials.

- Provide clerical and administrative assistance to attorneys, paralegals, and other team members across the office.

- Partner with the Intellectual Property team on document organization and other file-related administrative tasks.

- Handle sensitive client and firm information with discretion and follow confidentiality standards at all times.

- Complete general office support duties such as organizing file boxes, managing paper filing, and assisting with e-filing as needed. Requirements - High school diploma or equivalent is required; an associate or bachelor's degree is preferred.

- Prior experience in filing, administrative support, legal support, or a law firm setting is helpful but not mandatory.

- Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.

- Strong organizational skills and close attention to detail are essential for success in this role.

- Ability to manage multiple assignments, stay organized, and meet time-sensitive deadlines.

- Clear written and verbal communication skills and a detail-oriented approach to working with others.

- Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office, and the ability to learn new software quickly.

- Commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, and effective work both independently and as part of a team.

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 for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. 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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