<p>We are looking for a Paralegal to join a commercial litigation firm in Oakland, California. This role is crucial to our operations as you will be responsible for assisting attorneys with legal and factual research, case management, and preparing legal documents. You will also have the opportunity to engage in various aspects of litigation from investigations to trial preparation.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Assist in the preparation and submission of filings with State and Federal Courts and arbitration tribunals.</p><p>• Schedule hearings, appointments, and deadlines, ensuring smooth case management.</p><p>• Maintain accurate case files, client information, and records in an organized manner.</p><p>• Conduct legal and factual research, including creating case timelines and synthesizing facts.</p><p>• Aid in the preparation of discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, pleadings, motions, and correspondence.</p><p>• Proofread, format, and check citations in documents, adhering to the Bluebook citation guide.</p><p>• Provide comprehensive assistance in all aspects of litigation, including investigations, discovery, and trial preparation.</p><p>• Maintain and manage document databases and logs; produce documents when necessary.</p><p>• Record time in accordance with ABA litigation guidelines.</p><p>• Perform other case-related administrative duties as assigned.</p>
<p>A highly regarded defense firm in Walnut Creek is seeking a contract-to-hire eDiscovery Paralegal to join their litigation team. This role will start on-site for the first 30 days of training, and then will become hybrid (3 days on-site, 2 days remote).</p><p><br></p><p>This role is ideal for an experienced eDiscovery Paralegal who is hands-on with Relativity, comfortable leveraging AI-driven review tools, and open to mentoring junior paralegals.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage the full eDiscovery lifecycle in a litigation environment</li><li>Oversee document collections, processing, review workflows, and productions</li><li>Utilize Relativity, including AI-assisted review and analytics tools</li><li>Coordinate with attorneys, vendors, and internal litigation teams</li><li>Perform quality control and troubleshoot eDiscovery issues</li><li>Provide light mentoring and guidance to other paralegals on eDiscovery best practices</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join our boutique estate planning and trust administration practice in Los Altos, California. This position requires a motivated and meticulous individual who thrives in a collaborative environment and possesses expertise in all aspects of trust and estate administration. You will work closely with attorneys, clients, fiduciaries, and support staff, managing complex cases and meeting deadlines with precision.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Organize and analyze asset information to support trust and estate administration processes.<br>• Assist in appraising and valuing assets, including strategies for asset allocation and subtrust funding.<br>• Prepare inventories, asset allocation agreements, and transfer documents for trust and estate matters.<br>• Draft and file court pleadings such as Probate petitions, Spousal Property petitions, and Trust Reformation petitions.<br>• Manage court filings, eFilings, discovery processes, and service of legal documents.<br>• Research and prepare deeds and supporting documents for real property transfers, including grant deeds and quitclaim deeds.<br>• Create fiduciary reports and accountings to ensure compliance and accuracy.<br>• Review and prepare Estate and Gift Tax returns with attention to detail.<br>• Maintain organized physical and electronic client files for seamless access and management.
<p>National immigration law firm has an immediate opening for an entry level Legal Assistant! This Legal Assistant will perform challenging, substantive legal work with a focus on preparing immigration applications. The firm provides comprehensive training and support to ensure your success, including ongoing workshops, legal practice meetings, and a client service team structure that facilitates mentoring from senior professionals. This is a great opportunity for individuals looking to build a rewarding career in immigration law and the legal field. This Legal Assistant must be able to work on-site full-time in San Jose, CA. The ideal candidate will be a recent college graduate or have 1-2+ years of experience working in an administrative capacity.</p><p><br></p><p><u>Responsibilities:</u></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Organize and maintain legal documents detailing eligibility for visa classification.</li><li>Handle clerical tasks such as copying, printing, and scanning documents.</li><li>Create electronic and physical client files for efficient case management.</li><li>Track and monitor the status of immigration cases, ensuring timely updates.</li><li>Circulate incoming mail according to specified procedures.</li><li>Learn to analyze case documents and prepare immigration applications for filing.</li><li>Draft specialized support letters detailing eligibility for visa classification and other immigration benefits.</li><li>Interface with corporate representatives and foreign nationals.</li><li>Participate in legal practice meetings and alerts for updates on current events, advanced topics, and client relationship building skills.</li><li>Projects as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Established mid-sized law firm is seeking a Law Office Administrator in Oakland, California. This role requires excellent organizational abilities to oversee administrative functions, coordinate with vendors, and ensure the smooth running of the office. The ideal candidate will be proactive, attentive to detail, and capable of supporting the partners so they can focus on client-related tasks.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage office operations, including supervising staff and coordinating vendor relationships.</p><p>• Handle insurance renewals and ensure compliance with necessary policies.</p><p>• Organize marketing events and initiatives to support the firm's partners.</p><p>• Oversee website updates and ensure an accurate and well-maintained online presence.</p><p>• Coordinate facility maintenance and address operational needs.</p><p>• Maintain accurate and organized documentation for legal and administrative purposes.</p><p>• Support the firm's partners by taking charge of administrative tasks, allowing them to focus on billing and client matters.</p><p>• Implement procedures to improve office efficiency and communication.</p><p>• Ensure the office adheres to legal and regulatory requirements.</p>
<p>A well-established Marin County law firm is seeking a Legal Receptionist to join their team onsite in San Rafael. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity offering long-term stability for a polished, client-facing professional who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment.</p><p>This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being the first point of contact, takes pride in creating a welcoming office experience, and can confidently communicate with Spanish-speaking clients.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as the first point of contact for clients, visitors, and callers, both in person and over the phone</li><li>Professionally greet and assist Spanish- and English-speaking clients</li><li>Answer and route high-volume calls, take detailed messages, and manage follow-ups</li><li>Coordinate conference room scheduling and support day-to-day front office operations</li><li>Assist with incoming and outgoing mail, document intake, and general administrative support</li><li>Maintain a clean, organized, and professional reception area</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We have an immediate opening for a <strong>Legal Secretary</strong> to support a solo practitioner in Berkeley. This is a great opportunity to join a quiet, professional office and assist with a practice focused on real property and business law litigation. This a long-term contract that is primarily hybrid. One day a week on-site in Berkeley is required to handle filings. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Draft, format, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and correspondence</li><li>Prepare and maintain tables of contents (TOCs) and tables of authorities (TOAs)</li><li>Handle electronic filing (e-filing) in state and federal courts</li><li>Assist with discovery responses, including organizing and formatting documents</li><li>Maintain and update case files and client records in Clio (database use only, not billing)</li><li>Coordinate scheduling for hearings, depositions, and client meetings</li><li>Make occasional outbound calls to screen potential new clients (no inbound calls required)</li><li>Provide general administrative support, including scanning, copying, and organizing document</li></ul><p><br></p>
