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Robert Half Legal Secretary / Paralegal in Salinas, California
Description
Are you a skilled litigation professional ready to make a direct impact on people's lives? Our client is a boutique Salinas-based personal injury law firm seeking a Legal Secretary or Paralegal with experience, dedication, and a passion for justice. If you’re looking to join a collaborative team in a dynamic, client-focused environment, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for! Note that this is a fully onsite position requiring daily attendance at the client's Salinas law office.
About the Role
We are searching for a detail-oriented, highly organized individual to play a key role in managing litigation matters from start to finish. This position requires a minimum of three years of litigation experience, with a strong preference for candidates with plaintiff-side personal injury experience.
Key Responsibilities
Draft, review, and format legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, settlement agreements, and trial materials.
File legal documents with state and federal courts, including e-filing procedures.
Manage litigation deadlines and maintain an organized, comprehensive calendaring system for the legal team.
Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, court clerks, experts, and other parties.
Assist in discovery processes, organize case files, and prepare for trial.
Why Join Our Firm?
Personalized Environment: Work in a boutique setting where your contributions make a real impact on the firm and your clients' outcomes.
Rewarding Work: Help clients through challenging times with meaningful and impactful work in personal injury law.
Career Growth: Opportunities to expand your skills and expertise alongside seasoned attorneys.
Requirements
Qualifications
Experience: At least three years of litigation experience, with a preference for plaintiff-side personal injury cases.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in legal calendaring tools, e-filing systems, and standard software such as Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge: Strong familiarity with California civil procedure and personal injury case processes.
Detail-Oriented: Accuracy and organizational skills to handle multiple case deadlines.
Communication: Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a team and with various stakeholders.
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