Legal Secretary

Description Our client, a civil litigation firm in Lafayette, is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to step in and provide on-site support while a team member is out on medical leave. This is an immediate contract opportunity, with the need to start as early as this coming week. The role will support active litigation matters, including trial preparation with an upcoming trial date already on calendar. While the initial need is contract coverage, the firm is open to the possibility of ongoing support depending on business needs and fit. Responsibilities + Serve as sole legal secretarial support in the office + Draft and revise pleadings, discovery, and legal correspondence + Prepare TOCs, TOAs, subpoenas, and assist with service and filings + Handle state and federal e-filing + Manage calendaring, deadlines, scheduling, and attorney support + Assist with trial preparation, including assembling trial materials, binders, and exhibits + Process incoming and outgoing mail + Create, organize, and maintain electronic case files and document management systems + Provide light phone coverage as needed + Assist with time entry and billing support (no minimum billing requirements) Requirements Qualifications + Prior experience as a Legal Secretary or senior Legal Assistant supporting civil litigation + Strong hands-on experience with e-filing, calendaring, TOAs/TOCs, and trial preparation + Comfortable working on-site and providing independent, hands-on support + Organized, detail-oriented, and able to step in quickly with minimal ramp-up + Demonstrated career stability (no pattern of frequent short-term roles) + Experience supporting a variety of civil litigation matters preferred Robert Half is the worldu2019s 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. u00a9 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 u201cApply Now,u201d youu2019re agreeing to Robert Halfu2019s Terms of Use ( and Privacy Notice (.

Created: 2026-04-06