Legal Assistant
Robert Half - Oakland, CA
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Description We are looking for an experienced Workers Compensation Legal Assistant to support attorneys in a fast-paced law practice. This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, communicates effectively, and can manage multiple priorities with accuracy and professionalism. The role offers a primarily remote schedule, with weekly in-office attendance and initial onsite training for new hires. Responsibilities: u2022 Oversee attorney schedules by tracking key dates, monitoring deadlines, and helping ensure timely case progression. u2022 Arrange litigation-related events such as depositions, hearings, trials, and medical evaluations while coordinating with all relevant parties. u2022 Build, update, and maintain well-organized client matter files so documents and case information remain complete and accessible. u2022 Prepare clear and accurate written communications for external contacts, including counsel, insurance representatives, witnesses, and service providers. u2022 Draft legal documents and supporting materials for court submission, including pleadings and electronic filings. u2022 Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence and mail, ensuring timely distribution and proper case documentation. u2022 Provide day-to-day administrative and legal support to assigned attorneys across a range of case activities. u2022 Participate in onsite training during the onboarding period and report to the office once each week thereafter. Requirements u2022 At least 2 years of experience in a legal support role within a law firm or similar legal environment. u2022 Background in workersu2019 compensation matters is strongly preferred. u2022 Familiarity with civil litigation processes and legal case management procedures. u2022 Experience preparing pleadings and coordinating electronic court filings. u2022 Strong ability to manage calendars, docket deadlines, and scheduling logistics with close attention to detail. u2022 Clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with attorneys, clients, and outside parties. u2022 Associateu2019s or bacheloru2019s degree 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: 2026-05-06