Paralegal - Office Manager

We are looking for a versatile Paralegal - Office Manager to support litigation matters while helping maintain an efficient and organized office in El Segundo. This role is helping set up the firm's Los Angeles office; their headquarters is on the East Coast.

This position offers a blend of litigation and operational responsibilities (roughly 50/50), making it ideal for someone who enjoys balancing litigation case support with day-to-day office coordination.

Responsibilities:

Litigation -

• Manage filings in state and federal courts, with significant involvement in federal court procedures and deadlines.

• Prepare initial drafts of routine legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and business correspondence for attorney review.

• Assemble exhibits, document tables, and other supporting materials needed for filings, hearings, and case organization.

• Perform factual investigation and targeted legal research to support ongoing litigation matters.

Operational -

• Support partners with business development activities by helping create presentation materials, proposals, and other marketing content.

• Coordinate administrative and office management tasks to help maintain smooth daily operations in a growing legal environment.

• Serve as a point of contact for external technology providers and other service vendors to address office needs.

• Help guide and support entry-level team members while contributing to the development of effective office processes and infrastructure.

Perks of Firm:

· You can have a hand in building and growing an office – exciting!

· The East Coast director can provide guidance. “They will not be on an island on their own!”

· Quickly growing, evolving firm.

· Strong tenure from support staff in their headquarters.

Logistical Details:

· Billable Hours: None

· Certificate: Not required but preferred

· Software/Tech: Clio, Westlaw, Outlook, Trellis (court filings), PACER

· Working Hours: Standard business hours

· Reports to: Partner in LA office.

· Benefits: Kaiser plans for medical + dental + vision + 401K + PTO

• Significant experience in a paralegal capacity, ideally within a litigation-focused legal environment.

• Demonstrated knowledge of court filing procedures, particularly within the federal court system.

• Ability to draft basic legal documents and organize supporting case materials with accuracy and attention to detail.

• Experience handling docketing, calendar management, and litigation-related administrative coordination.

• Comfort using legal and office technology such as Clio, Westlaw, Outlook, and electronic filing platforms.

• Self-directed, resourceful approach with a strong sense of ownership and follow-through.

• Ability to balance legal support responsibilities with office operations and partner-facing administrative needs.

Ready to learn more? Email your resume directly to Melanie.Kent[at]roberthalf[dotcom] with "El Segundo Office Manager / Litigation Paralegal" as the subject line.

Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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