Legal Administrative Assistant

Company: Robert Half
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description We’re partnering with a leading law firm in San Francisco to source a highly skilled Legal Administrative Assistant for a full?time (35 hours/week) temporary assignment. This role requires prior law?firm experience and strong competency in document production, attorney support, and workflow coordination. After a 90?day introductory period, the position transitions to a hybrid schedule (3 days onsite / 2 days remote). This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a professional legal environment, is comfortable supporting multiple busy attorneys, and can manage a steady volume of administrative and document work with accuracy, urgency, and sound judgment. Key Responsibilities Manage attorney calendars, contacts, meeting logistics, and conference room reservations Greet clients, prepare meeting materials, and coordinate AV, food, or room requirements Prepare and reconcile monthly expense reports and corporate card activity Coordinate domestic travel arrangements Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents—including TOCs, tables, and electronic filings Perform scanning, copying, binding, and other general administrative tasks Create and maintain organized physical and electronic filing systems Support new matter openings, engagement letters, and binder preparation Track bar admissions and CLE deadlines for assigned attorneys Handle time entry, contract attorney time tracking, and prebills Provide backup support to other administrative staff and assist with special projects as needed Qualifications 2 years’ experience supporting attorneys in a law?firm environment Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Experience with document management systems (iManage, NetDocs, or similar) is a plus Strong writing, communication, and proofreading skills High attention to detail, strong organizational habits, and ability to manage competing priorities Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team Preferred Experience with legal billing and time entry systems Familiarity with legal terminology and law?firm formatting standards Associate’s degree or higher This opportunity is well?suited for a legal administrative professional seeking immediate employment in a collaborative law?firm environment, with hybrid flexibility offered after the initial onsite period.

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