Legal Practice Assistant

We are looking for a highly organized Legal Practice Assistant to support a busy Commercial Litigation team in Irvine, California. This contract opportunity is ideal for a legal support specialist with strong civil litigation experience who can manage court-related deadlines, prepare well-crafted legal documents, and provide dependable assistance to attorneys handling complex matters. The role offers the chance to work in a highly regarded law firm environment with exposure to both state and federal court procedures. Success in this position requires strong organizational skills, accuracy, and the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced practice. Responsibilities: • Support one partner and two associates by coordinating daily administrative and litigation support activities across active matters. • Prepare, revise, and finalize legal documents to ensure formatting, citation style, and overall presentation meet court and firm standards. • Manage litigation calendars using calendaring software, track deadlines, and help attorneys stay current on key filing and court dates. • File pleadings and other case documents electronically with state courts and assist with filings in federal court as needed. • Research and confirm applicable court procedures, filing requirements, and local rules to support compliant submissions. • Organize case materials, maintain matter files, and monitor documentation for completeness and accuracy before submission. • Provide day-to-day practice support for commercial and civil litigation matters, helping the team stay organized and responsive. • Review documents carefully for errors in formatting, spacing, fonts, and other presentation details prior to filing or distribution. • At least 3 years of experience supporting civil or commercial litigation matters in a legal assistant or similar role. • Hands-on experience with court filings, including electronic filing in state courts. • Strong calendar management skills, with the ability to track deadlines accurately in a litigation environment. • Familiarity with federal and state court procedures, rules, and filing expectations. • Experience using calendaring tools such as CompuLaw or comparable docketing systems. • Excellent attention to detail, especially when reviewing and formatting legal documents. • Ability to manage multiple assignments efficiently while supporting several attorneys at once. 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 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 and Privacy Notice.