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Legal Receptionist

San Diego, CA · On-site

$17.25 - $22.25/hr

Temp to Engage (Contract-to-Hire) Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (1-hour lunch ... Legal industry experience (REQUIRED) * Strong customer service and organizational skills * Must be ...

Bay Area Air District

Legal Intern

San Francisco, CA · On-site

This is a temporary, exempt position, not to exceed 10-12 weeks in Summer 2027. There are two (2) vacancies. About the Division The Legal Division provides a wide array of legal services to support ...

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Bay Area Air District

Legal Intern

San Francisco, CA

This is a temporary, exempt position, not to exceed 10-12 weeks in Summer 2027. There are two (2) vacancies. About the Division The Legal Division provides a wide array of legal services to support ...

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AppleOne

Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant

Fresno, CA

$30/hr

... temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, the Company is pleased to offer major medical ... legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for ...

Robert Half

Legal Secretary

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$34 - $43/hr

This position is being offered as a temp to hire or permanent position. Responsibilities ... Use legal calendaring tools to calculate rule-driven deadlines, verify scheduling accuracy, and ...

Oakmont Senior Living

Legal Intern

Irvine, CA · On-site

$19 - $21/hr

Legal Intern - In office required Pay range: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour We are seeking a proactive ... This is a temporary, part-time, hourly/non-exempt position. Typical hours of work will occur Monday ...

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What is a legal temporary?

Legal temporary jobs are short-term positions within the legal field, often filled by attorneys, paralegals, or legal assistants to meet a firm's temporary needs. These positions can arise due to increased workload, special projects, staff absences, or ongoing litigation. Assignments may last from a few days to several months, and can include document review, legal research, or administrative support. Many legal professionals use temporary roles to gain experience, network, or transition between permanent jobs.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a legal temporary?

To thrive as a Legal Temporary, you typically need a strong understanding of legal terminology, research skills, and a relevant degree or paralegal certification. Familiarity with legal research databases (like Westlaw or LexisNexis), document management systems, and MS Office is commonly required. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and adaptability are standout soft skills for this role. These skills are crucial for efficiently supporting attorneys, managing legal documentation, and ensuring accuracy in a fast-paced, project-based environment.

What types of assignments and work environments can a legal temporary expect?

Legal Temporaries often work on a variety of assignments, ranging from document review and legal research to assisting with trial preparation or supporting attorneys during periods of high workload. Assignments may be in law firms, corporate legal departments, or government agencies, and the duration can vary from a few days to several months. These roles typically involve collaborating closely with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff. Flexibility and adaptability are key, as each placement may have different expectations and work cultures. Legal Temporaries gain exposure to diverse legal practices, which can be valuable for building skills and professional networks.
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Temporary | Defense-side Legal Secretary, onsite

Lawyers On Demand, a Consilio Company

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$30 - $38/hr

Temporary

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Posted 13 days ago

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Job description

Lawyers on Demand, a Consilio company is actively recruiting for a temporary, defense-side Legal Secretary for an onsite assignment for a law firm client in the Los Angeles, CA area.

This role could turn into a temp-to-hire opportunity for the right candidate.

Position Overview

The Legal Secretary will 4 support attorneys working on a variety of defense litigation matters, including employment-related claims, tort litigation, and insurance coverage disputes. The ideal candidate will bring strong litigation support experience, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.

Responsibilities

  • Support defense litigation attorneys with day-to-day administrative and case-related tasks.
  • Draft, format, proofread, and revise legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, and filings.
  • Maintain and organize case files, discovery materials, pleadings, and other litigation documents.
  • Prepare documents for filing in state and federal courts while ensuring compliance with applicable court rules and procedures.
  • Monitor deadlines, maintain calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate court dates, depositions, and other litigation events.
  • Communicate professionally with attorneys, clients, courts, opposing counsel, vendors, and internal team members.
  • Assist with case management tasks using Microsoft Office 365 and other legal technology platforms.
  • Provide support during trial preparation, including organizing exhibits, binders, filings, and related materials.
  • Help with matter closing procedures and post-case administrative follow-up.
  • Handle general legal administrative duties, including document management, correspondence, calendaring, and filing.

Qualifications

  • 2 - 4 years of experience as a Legal Secretary supporting defense litigation matters.
  • Background supporting employment litigation, tort claims, insurance coverage, or similar civil defense matters preferred.
  • Strong understanding of litigation procedures, court rules, e-filing requirements, and legal document formatting.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and related tools.
  • Experience with Image and Litify is strongly preferred.
  • Ability to manage multiple assignments, deadlines, and attorney preferences with accuracy and professionalism.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail, time management skills, and ability to work independently.
  • Candidates located near California offices are preferred, especially those open to onsite or hybrid work arrangements.

Schedule

  • Full-time schedule with flexible start times between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM.
  • Standard 8-hour workday required.
  • Firm-provided equipment, including a laptop provided.

Work Arrangement

  • Onsite availability; Hybrid and remote arrangements may be considered for qualified candidates located near California offices. Hybrid/Remote options NOT guaranteed.
  • Flexible daily scheduling is available within standard business hour expectations.

Company Description

Lawyers on Demand, a Consilio company, is a global leader in legal staffing, eDiscovery, risk management, and legal consulting services. The company supports multinational law firms and corporations by providing identifying and sourcing talented individuals for staffing needs, using innovative software, combining deep legal and regulatory industry expertise and excellent client service.