Description Robert Half is recruiting a Legal Assistant for the East Bay office of a leading national trial law firm. The Legal Assistant is responsible for administrative support of the firm's busy litigators who focus on plaintiff-side toxic tort matters. This is a wonderful opportunity to work in a friendly office with a very collegial team and do hands-on litigation support on behalf of individual clients and their families. If you're looking to grow your career under mentorship for attorneys and the support of a national firm, this is the position for you! This temporary to hire opportunity is on-site and requires full-time work in the Emeryville, CA office. The following are the responsibilities for the Legal Assistant: • Open and maintain case files containing client contact information, medical records, case activity, list of court dates, settlement information, etc. • Assist with drafting, formatting, and proofreading of court pleadings and discovery requests/responses • Prepare correspondence with clients, referring counsel, opposing counsel for attorneys’ signature • E-file motions in state and federal trial courts and do service of process on opposing counsel and other parties to the lawsuit • Enter court appearances, discovery, and motion due dates into Master Calendar and apprise attorneys of upcoming deadlines • Research federal, state, and local courts rules and civil procedure codes to ensure proper filing and docketing timeline for legal documents Requirements The following are the qualifications for the roles: • 2+ years of legal administrative assistant experience • Employment at a plaintiff-side tort/personal injury law practice (need for sensitivity and compassion!) is preferred • Good word processing skills in MS Word (good formatting skills needed) and proficient with office software • Excellent communication skills, team player but can also work independently, able to work fast under pressure to meet multiple deadlines, and manage numerous tasks for heavy caseload • High attention to detail, very organized, sound decision making and creative problem solving abilities • Ability to assist in Legal procedures and protocols • Familiarity with state and federal e-Filing • Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite • Ability to report onsite in Emeryville, CA 5 days a week 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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. 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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .