Legal Administrator
San Francisco, California | Contract To Perm | $40.00 - $45.00
September 23, 2026 | Job ID: 2191040
Job Summary
Legal Administrator
You are an experienced, detail-oriented legal professional who thrives in a hands-on boutique law firm environment. You understand legal procedures and documentation, take ownership of your work, and can independently manage both legal support and firm administrative responsibilities. You’ll work closely with attorneys to keep cases, client matters, billing, and firm operations running smoothly.
Location: remote position with occasional SF office visit
Type: M-F Full-time
Temp-hire
Compensation: $40–$45/hour
What you will be doing: Legal Workflow & Case Support
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Draft, proofread, cite-check, format, and assemble legal documents, contracts, pleadings, discovery, corporate records, and correspondence.
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Prepare and submit electronic filings in state and federal courts, ensuring compliance with applicable court rules and procedures.
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Maintain and organize electronic case files, discovery, trial and hearing materials, and client document systems.
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Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, courts, process servers, and other third parties regarding case status and logistics.
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Assist attorneys with factual research, entity filings, public records searches, due diligence, and transaction preparation.
Firm Operations & Administration
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Maintain corporate records and support HR onboarding, compliance and insurance renewals, and office needs.
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Coordinate with technology, legal software, facilities, accounting, and other outside vendors.
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Manage client invoicing, attorney time entries, accounts receivable/payable, and collections follow-up.
What you bring:
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Bachelor’s degree required.
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At least 2 years of hands-on legal support experience in a law firm environment.
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Proficiency with e-filing, legal document formatting, docketing, and case management systems.
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Strong ownership mentality with the ability to manage assignments independently and proactively.
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Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and a polished, professional client-facing presence.
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Meticulous attention to detail, strong proofreading skills, and excellent organizational abilities.
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Collaborative, positive, team-oriented approach.
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Ability to work effectively and independently in a remote environment while maintaining strong communication with attorneys.
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Experience with Clio, Microsoft Office, RingCentral, and Dropbox.
For over 50 years, Nelson Connects has empowered employers and job seekers to achieve their unique versions of success. Our commitment to excellence, integrity, compassion, and innovation has made us a trusted partner in connecting jobs, people, and communities. The remarkably talented and dedicated people of Nelson Connects are building on the rich history of this company to define the future of our industry, and we can’t wait to work with you.
We are Nelson Connects, and our purpose is your success.
To learn more about our workplace culture and the position, please apply!
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Jen Leighton
Sr. Recruiting Manager
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Company Description
For over 50 years, Nelson Connects has empowered employers and job seekers to achieve their unique versions of success. Our commitment to excellence, integrity, compassion, and innovation has made us a trusted partner in connecting jobs, people, and communities. The remarkably talented and dedicated people of Nelson Connects are building on the rich history of this company to define the future of our industry, and we can’t wait to work with you.
We are Nelson Connects, and our purpose is your success.
Pay & Benefits Transparency
Nelson Connects provides compensation ranges for all job postings in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency laws. The compensation range listed represents a good faith estimate of base pay at the time of posting for the specific position and work location, or locations where the role may be performed.
Eligible temporary associates may have access to medical, dental, vision, HSA, EAP, life/AD&D, short-term disability, 401(k) retirement plan options, commuter benefits, paid sick leave where mandated, and other state or locally required benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.
Where applicable, postings will describe any additional benefits, paid leave, bonus or incentive opportunities, commissions, and other forms of compensation specific to that position. Actual compensation offered may vary based on skills, experience, worksite location, shift, and other legitimate business factors.
Fair Chance Hiring
Nelson Connects will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local fair chance and ban-the-box laws.
Temporary Assignment Disclosure
For temporary or temporary-to-hire assignments, the job posting will identify the worksite location, anticipated schedule, pay rate or range, nature of the assignment, and other information required under applicable state or local law.
Equal Employment Opportunity & Accommodation
Nelson Connects is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable law.
At Nelson Connects, we welcome applicants of all abilities and are committed to ensuring that every aspect of our hiring and interview process is accessible and supportive. If you require a reasonable accommodation to assist in your job search or application process, please contact us at peopleoperations@nelsonconnects.com for assistance.
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