Legal Operations Support Specialist

Orbach Huff & Henderson LLP; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Orbach Huff & Henderson LLP in Los Angeles seeks a highly organized Legal Operations Support Specialist to assist across firm operations, including admin, facilities, events, and technology support. You will help ensure attorneys and staff have the resources needed to serve clients effectively, while supporting cross-functional initiatives and process improvements.

The role offers hands-on exposure to legal operations, administration, technology, and employee development in a collaborative

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education/experience.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and follow-through.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and business technology platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Strong customer service mindset and professional demeanor.
• Interest in operations, business management, legal services, or professional services environments.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn new technologies, including AI-enabled tools.

Responsibilities

• Support a variety of projects and initiatives across the firm.
• Assist with office administration and day-to-day operational needs.
• Support legal operations initiatives and workflow improvement projects.
• Coordinate facilities-related activities and vendor relationships.
• Assist with firm events, meetings, trainings, and employee engagement activities.
• Provide administrative and project support to accounting, HR, technology, and firm leadership.
• Serve as a backup resource for the Legal Support Team as needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, systems, and service delivery.
• Leverage technology, automation, and AI tools to increase efficiency and support firm operations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Customer service

Project management

Prioritization

AI tools

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Orbach Huff & Henderson LLP is seeking a highly organized and motivated Legal Operations Support Specialist to join our Los Angeles office.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who wants to learn the inner workings of a law firm and gain hands‑on experience across multiple business functions. The role offers exposure to legal operations, administration, technology, facilities, event planning, accounting support, and employee development, making it an ideal position for someone interested in building a long‑term career in professional services management or law firm administration.

Why This Role Matters

The Legal Operations Support Specialist plays a key role in supporting the daily operations of our Los Angeles office and helping ensure attorneys, staff, clients, and firm leadership have the resources they need to succeed. Serving as an operational hub and backup resource for the Legal Support Team, this position helps maintain continuity of service and contributes directly to the firm's efficiency, client service, and continued growth.

What You'll Do

As a member of the Operations Team, you will support a variety of projects and initiatives across the firm, including:

• Assisting with office administration and day‑to‑day operational needs


• Supporting legal operations initiatives and workflow improvement projects


• Coordinating facilities‑related activities and vendor relationships


• Assisting with firm events, meetings, trainings, and employee engagement activities


• Providing administrative and project support to accounting, HR, technology, and firm leadership


• Serving as a backup resource for the Legal Support Team as needed


• Helping identify opportunities to improve processes, systems, and service delivery


• Leveraging technology, automation, and AI tools to increase efficiency and support firm operations


• Assisting with special projects and cross‑functional initiatives throughout the firm

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys variety, takes initiative, and is eager to learn. You are dependable, resourceful, service‑oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience


• Strong organizational and time management skills


• Exceptional attention to detail and follow-through


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and business technology platforms


• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities


• Strong customer service mindset and professional demeanor


• Interest in operations, business management, legal services, or professional services environments


• Curiosity and willingness to learn new technologies, including AI‑enabled tools

What You’ll Gain

This position offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience across numerous aspects of law firm management and operations. Through mentorship, hands‑on training, and direct exposure to firm leadership, the successful candidate will develop a broad understanding of how a modern law firm operates and how business functions support the delivery of legal services.

Whether you are an early‑career professional, recent graduate, or someone looking to build a career in legal operations, this role provides valuable experience and growth opportunities within a collaborative and supportive environment.