Legal Assistant

Robert Half is partnering with a well-established California organization to hire a Legal Assistant/Legal Secretary for its in-house legal department in Burlingame, CA. This is a fully onsite position (5 days/week) supporting attorneys with litigation matters, legal filings, case management, and administrative agency proceedings, including PERB filings.ResponsibilitiesDraft legal correspondence, pleadings, and other documents for attorney review.Coordinate court and administrative agency filings, including PERB-related matters.Conduct routine legal research and assist with case preparation.Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, hearings, and appointments.Maintain case files and update case management systems.Communicate with courts, agencies, school districts, and other stakeholders regarding legal matters.Track deadlines, process legal mail, and provide general administrative support.QualificationsBachelor's degree preferred; equivalent education and experience will be considered.Experience supporting attorneys in a legal environment.Familiarity with litigation procedures, legal document preparation, and administrative agency filings.Experience with state court filings is required.Experience with e-filing, and administrative agency filings is strongly preferred.Strong legal drafting, proofreading, research, and organizational skills.Comfortable with communicating on the phone.Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal technology systems.Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.