[ref. g22855315] Encino - Legal Secretary for prominent firm in Encino, CA!

ROBERT HALF LEGAL has partnered with a prominent and established large-sized firm in Encino, CA in their search for a Litigation Legal Secretary. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Legal Secretary to support one of the firm's shareholders and his real estate and construction litigation team.

Responsibilities:

• General legal assistant duties, including managing various correspondence, agreements, contracts, pleadings and discovery.
• Assist in creating, revising, proof reading and finalizing documents, including correspondence, pleadings and discovery.
• Regular telephone contact, email, and direct interaction with clients.
• Maintain organized electronic files.
• Electronically file documents in State and federal courts.
• Communicate with court officers and opposing counsel on behalf of the attorney.
• Manage attorney calendars, schedule meetings and appointments.
• Prepare expense reimbursements for attorneys and assist with other administrative tasks as needed.

This is a contract position with the strong possibility of permanent hire by the firm based on fit & performance. This is an on-site, full-time, 5-days per week position. Please only apply if you are able to reliably to commute to the firm's office location in Encino, CA.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years experience as a Legal Secretary or Paralegal
• Proficiency in e-File and e-Filing systems
• Experience with calendaring/docketing
• Strong ability in client communications
• Proven experience in scheduling meetings
• Experience drafting legal documents

For immediate consideration, please submit resumes directly to Steve[dot]Moss[at]RobertHalf[dotcom].