<p>An AV-rated, management-side employment law firm in South San Francisco has an urgent need for an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support a team of four attorneys on a contract-to-hire basis. This is a hands-on litigation support role covering case management from start to finish. The ideal candidate is a seasoned litigation legal assistant or legal secretary with deep knowledge of state and federal court procedures, impeccable attention to detail, and the ability to operate with minimal supervision. This is a fully onsite role offering stability, a collegial environment, and an opportunity to join a well-established boutique firm known for its high-quality work and strong employee tenure.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p>• Support litigation matters from case opening through resolution</p><p>• Prepare, file, and serve documents in state and federal courts</p><p>• Manage and maintain court calendars, deadlines, and hearing schedules</p><p>• Open new matters and organize case files</p><p>• Assist attorneys with day-to-day case management and workflow</p><p>• Perform light administrative duties (filing, scanning, organizing documents)</p><p>• Manage monthly billing cycles in coordination with the firm’s billing system</p><p>• Draft simple correspondence and assist with formatting documents as needed</p><p>• Communicate with court personnel, opposing counsel, and clients when appropriate</p><p>• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite and adapt to new or evolving legal software</p>
We are seeking a Paralegal to join our team in Walnut Creek, California. This role is crucial to our operations, requiring the successful candidate to have a solid understanding of legal procedures, excellent case management skills, and the ability to handle complaints effectively. <br><br>Responsibilities:<br><br>• Handle all aspects of litigation, including filing lawsuits, preparing legal documents, and managing court proceedings.<br>• Utilize case management software to effectively handle all cases.<br>• Use LexisNexis for legal research and to stay current on relevant laws and regulations.<br>• Create and manage Excel spreadsheets to track case progression and client information.<br>• Oversee billing functions to ensure all legal services are accurately billed and collected.<br>• Draft and prepare legal briefings for review by attorneys.<br>• Manage calendars and schedule meetings, court dates, and other important events.<br>• Administer claims and handle all aspects of complaint resolution.<br>• Utilize Adobe Acrobat for document management purposes.<br>• Ensure all actions taken in carrying out responsibilities support the goal of providing excellent client service.
We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Personal Injury Paralegal to join our legal team in Roseville, California. The ideal candidate will support attorneys by managing case files, conducting legal research, and ensuring that all necessary deadlines and filings are met. This role is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with a passion for personal injury law to contribute meaningfully to a dynamic legal practice.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and monitor case deadlines, including statutes of limitations and discovery cutoffs, to ensure timely filings.<br>• Draft and prepare legal documents, including settlement demand packages with detailed damages and supporting records.<br>• Conduct legal research on statutes, case law, and procedural rules to support case preparation.<br>• Organize and maintain electronic case files for easy access and retrieval.<br>• Coordinate and schedule appointments, depositions, independent medical examinations (IMEs), and other case-related meetings.<br>• Assist attorneys in preparing trial materials, including trial binders, exhibits, and deposition summaries.<br>• Provide regular updates to clients and gather necessary documentation to support their cases.<br>• Track and maintain records related to policy limits, medical payments, and uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage.<br>• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients while complying with legal regulations and standards.<br>• Perform administrative tasks and support legal practice management activities as required.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to join our team in Sacramento, California. This role is essential in providing administrative and legal support within the litigation sector. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess exceptional organizational and communication skills.<strong> This exciting position is HYBRID, 2 days onsite after training! </strong></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare, format, and edit legal documents and correspondence with a high level of accuracy.</p><p>• Manage case files and maintain comprehensive records for litigation matters.</p><p>• Coordinate schedules and appointments for attorneys, ensuring efficient time management.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel regarding case-related matters.</p><p>• Handle billing processes, including tracking time entries and preparing invoices.</p><p>• File legal documents with courts and agencies, adhering to deadlines and procedural requirements.</p><p>• Conduct research to support case preparation and provide attorneys with relevant information.</p><p>• Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards in all legal matters.</p><p>• Assist with administrative tasks, such as answering phone calls and managing office supplies.</p>
<p>Growing boutique firm is seeking a paralegal to join their team. This role is key to our operations in the litigation industry, and involves tasks such as preparing and submitting filings, managing case schedules, maintaining case files, assisting with legal and factual research, and much more. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Assist attorneys with comprehensive legal and factual research, including the preparation of case timelines and the analysis and synthesis of facts.</p><p>• Organize and manage case files, client information, and records to ensure accuracy and easy retrieval.</p><p>• Prepare and submit filings to State and Federal Courts and arbitration tribunals, adhering to all relevant guidelines and procedures.</p><p>• Provide support in all aspects of litigation, from investigations and discovery to trial preparation, including the creation and maintenance of document databases and logs, document production, and on-site trial support.</p><p>• Facilitate effective case management by maintaining organized schedules and providing timely reminders of hearings, appointments, and deadlines.</p><p>• Help in the preparation of discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, pleadings, motions, correspondence, spreadsheets, and declarations.</p><p>• Ensure accurate formatting, proofreading, cite-checking, and blue-book documentation.</p><p>• Record time in line with ABA litigation guidelines, ensuring all case-related administrative and billable duties are performed.</p><p>• Utilize skills in e-filing and e-service across multiple jurisdictions, using online file and serve portals such as PACER, CM/ECF, and File & ServeXpress.B</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Legal Assistant to join a growing team in Sacramento, California. This permanent, in-office role supports a dynamic group of attorneys and plays a crucial part in our boutique labor and employment law firm, specializing in public sector labor law. If you have a passion for legal work and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, this position is a great opportunity to contribute to meaningful cases.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare legal documents such as pleadings, discovery, correspondence, and memoranda with precision and attention to detail.</p><p>• Manage attorneys' time entries and expense reporting efficiently.</p><p>• Handle client intake processes, ensuring accurate and organized documentation.</p><p>• Oversee docketing and calendaring activities to maintain compliance with deadlines and court schedules.</p><p>• Maintain client files in the case management system, ensuring accessibility and accuracy.</p><p>• Conduct research to support case preparation and legal strategies.</p><p>• Perform electronic filing and submission of court documents at the state, federal, and appellate levels.</p><p>• Collaborate with administrative agencies and assist in criminal law-related tasks when required.</p><p>• Format, proofread, and edit documents for grammar, spelling, and proper structure.</p><p>• Provide additional legal support duties as needed to meet team objectives.</p>
<p>We are inviting applications for the role of a Spanish speaking Legal Assistant. This role is based in Oakland, California, and is an integral part of our team. As a Legal Assistant, you will be involved in various aspects of civil litigation processes, legal documentation, client relationship management, and case preparation. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Manage civil litigation processes in accordance with California law</p><p>• Act as an interpreter during client meetings, depositions, mediations, and trials</p><p>• Independently draft and file a variety of legal documents such as complaints, discovery, motions, and court notices with state and federal courts, including appellate court</p><p>• Prepare exhibits for hearings and trials, including highlighting, redaction, and citing</p><p>• Draft routine legal documents like stipulations, hearing notices, subpoenas, deposition notices, and objections to deposition notices</p><p>• Organize and maintain electronic case files and documents</p><p>• Uphold confidentiality in all attorney-client relationships and maintain excellent public relations with clients</p><p>• Adhere to the ethical requirements as set by the Rules of Professional Conduct of the State of California</p><p>• Apply skills such as Calendar Management, Communication, e-File, e-Filing, and Spanish Language in day-to-day operations.</p>
