We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join our team on a contract basis in San Diego, California. This role involves providing essential support in estate planning, probate, and trust administration. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in legal documentation and client management, with a keen eye for detail and excellent organizational skills.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare initial drafts and final versions of legal documents, including trusts, wills, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and related affidavits.<br>• Organize and update asset schedules, funding letters, beneficiary designations, and trust funding checklists.<br>• Develop probate pleadings such as petitions, letters, inventories, appraisals, accountings, and final distribution requests.<br>• Handle client intake processes, including conducting conflict checks, drafting engagement letters, and capturing initial asset and beneficiary data.<br>• Coordinate document signings, manage notarizations, arrange witnesses, and ensure compliance with execution formalities.<br>• Track and manage critical deadlines, including court hearings, tax filing dates, and notice periods.<br>• Assist in assembling and maintaining trust certifications and supporting documents for trust administration.<br>• Provide administrative support to ensure smooth and efficient handling of legal matters.<br>• Communicate effectively with clients to address their needs and concerns throughout the legal process.
<p>Join a national defense firm in Irvine! Our law firm client is seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to join its team of 40+ talented attorneys. The ideal legal assistant will have 3+ years of experience in California civil litigation, with at least some of that experience in employment litigation.</p><p><br></p><p>As a Legal Assistant, you'll support four attorneys who handle labor & employment defense matters. <strong>This firm is offering this Legal Assistant the ability to work hybrid remotely</strong>. <strong><u>This Legal Assistant must be able to commute to Irvine.</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>The firm offers an excellent compensation package with a comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k, profit sharing, paid vacation, sick days, holidays, and more)!</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration for this exciting Legal Assistant opportunity, please send your resume directly to Assistant Vice President of Direct Hire, Tess Poliakin: Tess.Poliakin< at >RobertHalf.< com ></p><p><br></p><p>#SoCalRHL</p>
<p>Robert Half Legal has partnered with a multi office plaintiff law firm in Irvine looking for a full time Litigation Associate . The firm has roughly 20 attorneys across California, Hawaii, Arizona and New Mexico and their main practice areas include construction defect, class action and consumer law.</p><p><br></p><p>This is truly a family-oriented environment where the partners care about their employees. They are open to any type of background (Plaintiff, Defense, or entry level) as they are willing to train. The role will have a hybrid work model with a few days remote possible after training.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Independently work with a partner to manage a heavy caseload</li><li>Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery</li><li>Prepare for trial </li><li>Regularly attend court appearances, depositions, and meetings</li><li>Communicate with clients and draft status reports</li></ul><p><strong><u>Perks of Company</u></strong>:</p><ul><li>Firm brings in lunch once or twice a week (this week they had a Bastille Day breakfast, the office manager brought in French food)</li><li>“We are doing something to help people! These are homeowners who have put a big deposit on a house… it’s very rewarding in that matter, rather than working for a corporation to make more money.” – office manager</li><li>Everyone who works here is very smart! The attorneys are very experienced… In the end, you’ve learned and helped society to build better homes.” – office manager</li><li>Rainy day tradition: cater lunch and let people go home early.</li><li>Birthday/anniversary lunch once a month – those with celebrations pick the food!</li><li>Business casual, except for mediations/hearings [via Zoom]</li><li>The legal assistant we placed there two years ago is still there. He’s gotten two raises in two years!</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is offering an exciting opportunity for an Attorney to join an established law firm in Irvine, California.</p><p><br></p><p>The firm has incredible stability and tenure, with many attorneys and staff having worked together for 10+ years! This is a full-service firm and attorneys will be given an opportunity to touch on practice areas ranging from construction defect litigation, real estate litigation, business litigation, medical malpractice litigation, personal injury litigation, employment litigation, and transactional services</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities of Role: </u></strong></p><ul><li>There is a mix of cases – people will work with partners across the state and work on different sorts of matters. Civil litigation and construction.</li><li>Initially, this attorney will be working more closely with a partner but the expectation is this associate will grow into doing more autonomous case management.</li><li>Writing – this will take some mentorship and the firm gives it.</li><li> </li><li>A-Z case management of cases in PRACTICE AREA from inception through trial.</li><li>Discovery, including depositions.</li><li>Law and motion.</li><li>Court appearances.</li><li>Pleadings.</li><li>Communicating and reporting up to with clients, carriers, and opposing counsel.</li><li>Attending site inspections.</li><li><u>Billable Hour Req</u></li><li>1800 per year</li></ul><p><strong><u> </u></strong></p><p><strong><u>Perks of Firm:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Great tenure with the firm/group of people – the firm administrator has been with these partners since 1999, the head of Northern CA has been with them for 11 years, another paralegal in Irvine has been with the firm for 25+ years.</li><li>Office lunch once a week with everyone!</li><li>The firm pays 100% of benefits for the employee and dependents.</li><li>Open door policy for everyone – they are big on doing things to keep people happy and want to stay.</li></ul><p><strong><u> </u></strong></p><p><strong><u>Compensation:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Salary range up to 170k</li><li>Monthly bonus for hitting billable hours. Everything after 170 per month gets a $500 bonus,</li><li>Additional discretionary bonuses!</li><li>Medical, dental, and vision are covered 100% for the employee and family, these kick in 30 days after employment. </li><li>PTO / sick Days?</li><li>401k w/ safe harbor matching contribution up to 3%, paid semi-monthly</li><li>Life insurance </li></ul>
<p><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></p><p>A boutique California law firm based in <strong>Newport Beach</strong> is seeking a seasoned Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys handling sophisticated, high-value civil matters. The firm represents private equity groups, closely held businesses, corporate executives, fiduciaries, and high-net-worth individuals in disputes where precision, discretion, and strategic execution are critical.</p><p>The practice focuses on <strong>complex commercial litigation</strong>, <strong>shareholder and partnership disputes</strong>, <strong>fiduciary litigation</strong>, <strong>financial elder abuse claims</strong>, <strong>trade secret and unfair competition matters</strong>, and <strong>professional negligence actions</strong>. Cases are often heavily contested, document-intensive, and handled in both state and federal courts.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>This role is designed for a mid-to-senior-level paralegal who enjoys being deeply embedded in active litigation. You’ll work closely with attorneys on cases involving significant financial exposure, taking ownership of core litigation functions and playing a critical role in preparing matters for mediation, arbitration, and trial. The firm values paralegals as integral members of the legal team and offers meaningful responsibility from day one.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Manage litigation files from pre-litigation investigation through resolution</li><li>Oversee discovery strategy implementation, including document organization, productions, and subpoenas</li><li>Prepare and maintain complex chronologies, issue summaries, and damages support materials</li><li>Assist with motion practice, including exhibit preparation and filing coordination</li><li>Support depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation</li><li>Coordinate with clients, experts, vendors, and opposing counsel as needed</li><li>Maintain court calendars and ensure compliance with procedural deadlines</li></ul>
<p><strong>About the Firm</strong></p><p>A well-respected law firm headquartered in <strong>Downtown San Diego</strong> is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys handling sophisticated civil and regulatory matters for institutional and corporate clients. The firm is known for representing businesses, insurers, and public-facing entities in disputes that require strategic judgment, regulatory awareness, and meticulous execution.</p><p>The practice includes <strong>complex civil litigation</strong>, <strong>insurance coverage disputes</strong>, <strong>construction and infrastructure litigation</strong>, <strong>regulatory enforcement defense</strong>, and <strong>administrative proceedings</strong> before state and local agencies. Matters often involve layered factual records, multiple stakeholders, and significant financial or operational risk.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>The Position</strong></p><p>This role is ideal for a paralegal who enjoys working on technically complex cases and being closely involved in case strategy and execution. The position offers hands-on responsibility, direct attorney collaboration, and exposure to litigation and regulatory matters that are both challenging and high impact.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Assist attorneys with case development from initial investigation through resolution</li><li>Manage discovery projects, including document collection, review coordination, and production tracking</li><li>Prepare filings, exhibits, and supporting materials for motions, hearings, and administrative proceedings</li><li>Support depositions, mediations, and arbitrations, including exhibit and witness preparation</li><li>Maintain case calendars, regulatory deadlines, and compliance tracking</li><li>Coordinate with experts, consultants, and vendors on complex matters</li><li>Ensure accurate file management and procedural compliance across multiple forums</li></ul>
<p>A highly respected, state-wide California law firm handling complex, high-profile transactions and litigation for public agencies, private businesses, and large companies. This firm has NorCal and SoCal offices.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Trial & eDiscovery Paralegal – Labor & Employment Group</strong></p><p>Join our Labor and Employment Defense Group, where attorneys focus 100% on defending employers (corporations, public entities, non-profits) across California. We provide sophisticated advice on complex issues including class actions, PAGA, employee classification, discipline, leaves of absence, and more. Our labor lawyers also serve as lead negotiators for unionized employers. The Trial Paralegal is involved in all phases of litigation, from initial pleadings through trial and appeal.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare for and go to trial</li><li>Manage eDiscovery throughout all phases</li><li>Assist with deposition and hearing preparation (exhibits, witness outlines).</li><li>Work on-site regularly.</li></ul>
<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>A highly regarded law firm with a strong presence in <strong>La Jolla</strong> is seeking a <strong>Litigation Secretary</strong> to support attorneys handling complex, high-stakes civil matters. The practice focuses on sophisticated disputes involving <strong>professional liability</strong>, <strong>complex torts</strong>, <strong>healthcare and life sciences litigation</strong>, <strong>intellectual property disputes</strong>, and <strong>catastrophic injury defense</strong>. Cases are fast-moving, detail-intensive, and require a litigation secretary who is confident managing deadlines, filings, and trial preparation.</p><p>This role offers close attorney interaction, meaningful responsibility, and exposure to premium litigation work in a professional, collegial office environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Draft, format, revise, and finalize pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence</li><li>Coordinate and execute court filings in California state and federal courts</li><li>Maintain attorney calendars, litigation deadlines, and trial schedules</li><li>Schedule depositions, mediations, hearings, and expert meetings</li><li>Prepare and organize trial materials, including exhibits, binders, and TOAs/TOCs</li><li>Maintain electronic and physical case files and ensure procedural compliance</li></ul>
<p>Position Overview</p><p><br></p><p>A well-established and growing Orange County law firm is seeking an experienced <strong>Litigation Secretary</strong> to support a high-performing team handling sophisticated litigation matters. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with accomplished attorneys in a collaborative environment, while also stepping into a more <strong>senior, leadership-oriented support role</strong> within the firm.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate is detail-driven, highly organized, and confident managing litigation support from case inception through trial. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned litigation secretary who enjoys being a go-to resource for attorneys and contributing to the overall efficiency of the practice.</p><p><br></p><p>Practice Areas</p><ul><li>Complex commercial litigation</li><li>Intellectual property</li><li>Class actions</li><li>White collar defense</li><li>Government and regulatory matters</li></ul><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Handle <strong>e-filing in federal court</strong>, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all filing requirements</li><li>Support attorneys throughout all phases of litigation, from case opening through trial</li><li>Maintain and organize case files to ensure deadlines, filings, and materials are properly tracked</li><li>Manage and maintain <strong>litigation calendars</strong>, including court deadlines and key case milestones</li><li>Prepare, revise, and format pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence in accordance with applicable rules and civil procedure</li><li>Provide hands-on support for hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trial preparation</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is looking for a dedicated Litigation Legal Secretary to join our client on a long-term contract basis in Costa Mesa, California. You will be supporting multiple labor and employment partners in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage legal calendars and deadlines using tools such as Compulaw or similar software, ensuring timely filings and compliance.</p><p>• Handle e-filing processes for both state and federal courts with accuracy and efficiency.</p><p>• Prepare for trials by organizing documents and coordinating logistics.</p><p>• Open and maintain legal case files, ensuring all records are up-to-date and accessible.</p><p>• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to ensure smooth workflow and communication.</p><p>• Assist in scheduling and calendaring key dates for litigation and labor/employment cases.</p><p>• Support legal document preparation, including formatting and proofreading.</p>
<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>A national AmLaw firm in Irvine is seeking a Litigation Secretary to support attorneys representing their clients in sophisticated civil disputes. Matters are detail-heavy, deadline-driven, and require exceptional organization and professionalism. Matters will span business litigation, insurance defense, employment, consumer protection, and real estate. </p><p>This position offers direct attorney interaction and exposure to premium litigation work in a polished, client-facing environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Draft, revise, and finalize litigation pleadings and discovery documents</li><li>Coordinate court filings and service of process (state court; federal court is a plus)</li><li>Manage attorney calendars, deadlines, and trial schedules</li><li>Arrange depositions, mediations, and arbitrations</li><li>Maintain case files and ensure compliance with procedural requirements</li><li>Assemble trial binders, handling exhibits and TOAs/TOCs</li></ul>
