Legal Support Specialist

Legal Support Specialist – Floater (Litigation & Transactional)

Location: San Francisco, CA (Onsite minimum 4 days/week; hybrid eligible for 1 day remote after 30–60 days)

Position Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt (Overtime Eligible)

Compensation: $95,000 – $105,000 / year

Position Overview

We are seeking a versatile, proactive Legal Support Specialist to join our collaborative San Francisco team as a Floater. This dynamic role provides comprehensive administrative and legal support to multiple fee earners across both litigation and transactional practice groups, including key assistance with our incoming Fall Associates.

If you are a detail-oriented professional with strong office skills, process-driven thinking, and an adaptable mindset, this is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, highly communicative, and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Document Management: Prepare, edit, format, proofread, and compare complex legal documents, transaction binders, and closing materials.
• Litigation Support: Draft shell pleadings, manage court filings, assist with the discovery process, and maintain matter-related documentation.
• Transactional Support: Coordinate closing documents, track deliverables, and manage transactional files.
• Administrative & Billing: Assist attorneys with billing activities, time entry, and expense reports using specialized law firm software.
• Team Collaboration: Provide floater support to various practice areas and attorneys across the firm as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education/Experience: High school diploma/GED required, with 3+ years of administrative or legal support experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Industry Background: Prior experience in a law firm, professional services environment, corporate administrative role, courthouse, or District Attorney’s office highly valued. Strong preference for candidates with prior litigation support experience.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and familiarity with legal technology systems (e.g., NetDocuments, ChromeRiver, Intapp).
• Core Competencies: Working knowledge of legal terminology, strong organizational aptitude, and a proactive, resilient approach to multitasking.

Work Schedule & Flexibility

• Full-time schedule requiring direct support to firm and attorney needs.
• Minimum of 4 days per week onsite in our San Francisco office.
• Eligible to transition to a hybrid schedule (up to 1 remote day per week) after 30–60 days.

This firm genuinely values its team as its greatest asset, offering a highly competitive compensation structure and a comprehensive benefits package.