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Description We're partnering with a nationally recognized plaintiff-side litigation firm in San Francisco's Jackson Square to identify an experienced Litigation Secretary to support two senior attorneys handling complex maritime and employment matters. This is a contract-to-hire role designed to assess long-term mutual fit, with direct-hire conversion anticipated after six months.The ideal candidate is a seasoned litigation support professional who can perform both traditional legal secretary tasks and more substantive, paralegal-level responsibilities. This is a great opportunity for someone who values long-term stability, enjoys working independently, and is seeking a role that offers remote flexibility and a supportive, family-oriented culture with exceptionally low turnover. Key Responsibilities + Provide day-to-day litigation support to two busy trial attorneys handling plaintiff-side maritime and employment cases + Draft, format, and proofread legal documents including pleadings, motions, TOAs, TOCs, subpoenas, complaints, MSJs, and form interrogatories + Handle e-filing in California and federal courts + Maintain and update litigation calendars, including court deadlines, using Compulaw or a similar system + Assist with trial preparation, including exhibit organization and court coordination + Maintain and organize electronic case files in compliance with procedural rules + Communicate with court clerks, opposing counsel, and vendors + Research and interpret court rules as needed to ensure filings are compliant and timely Requirements Qualifications + 5+ years of litigation support experience in California and federal courts, including direct attorney support + Ability to independently support two very busy attorneys with high caseloads + Experience drafting motions, complaints, discovery, legal correspondence, TOAs, TOCs, and trial binders + Proficient in e-filing documents in both California and federal courts + Familiarity with performing court calendaring using tools like Compulaw + Experience subpoenaing records and tracking court rules for filing deadlines + Strong writing and proofreading skills with the ability to edit and finalize legal documents + Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage shifting deadlines and competing priorities + Proficiency in MS Word and Adobe Acrobat Pro; WordPerfect experience is a plus + Professional, reliable, and comfortable working in a small, close-knit legal team If you're a litigation support professional seeking long-term stability, remote flexibility, and meaningful work in a close-knit team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to learn more about this opportunity. 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. 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. © 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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