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45 results for Seasoned Corporate Paralegal in Irvine, CA

Insurance Defense Paralegal <p>We are offering a long-term contract employment opportunity for a Paralegal to join our law firm client in Pasadena, California. As a Paralegal, you will be tasked with managing insurance defense cases, preparing for trials, and handling discovery processes. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities: </p><p><br></p><p>• Managing legal cases using Case Management Software</p><p>• Preparing for trials, including organizing and reviewing discovery materials</p><p>• Handling billing functions accurately and efficiently</p><p>• Utilizing Adobe Acrobat and iManage for document management </p><p>• Conducting discovery processes, including managing discovery requests and responses</p><p>• Preparing court briefings using CompuLaw</p><p>• Maintaining a detail-oriented calendar and managing appointments and deadlines</p><p>• Communicating effectively with clients and team members.</p> Litigation Paralegal <p>Robert Half is seeking a highly experienced Litigation Paralegal to join an established Los Angeles-based firm. This firm has a long history of representing public entities and municipalities and seeking a Litigation Paralegal with prior experience with PRA's. This contract-to-hire, Litigation Paralegal role you will play a pivotal role in assisting with complex civil litigation matters, supporting cases from inception through trial. This is great opportunity to join a firm that recognizes and promotes diverse talent and has received a number of accolades including "Best Law Firm".</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Details:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Start Date:</strong> Immediate</li><li><strong>Location:</strong> On-site full-time (Los Angeles) – parking covered.</li><li><strong>Hours:</strong> Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Handle and review PRA requests and documentation.</li><li>Draft discovery responses and assist with pre-trial and trial preparation.</li><li>Review and summarize plaintiff document production (claims, complaints, answers, discovery pleadings).</li><li>Prepare medical chronologies, billing summaries, and review medical records.</li><li>Summarize corporate financial records and deposition transcripts.</li><li>Conduct thorough legal research, including property ownership, municipal codes, settlements, and precedents.</li><li>Coordinate scheduling of depositions and issue related notices and subpoenas.</li><li>Collect and retrieve litigation documents (medical records, employment records, public records, etc.).</li><li>Organize trial preparation documents, including jury instructions, trial exhibit lists, and witness lists.</li><li>Utilize software tools like LexisNexis, Westlaw, Adobe, Kofax, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, and MS Word.</li></ul> Litigation Paralegal <p>A thriving high-end midsized firm seeks a Paralegal to join its team! </p><p><br></p><p>The ideal Paralegal candidate will have at least 5 years of civil litigation experience, trial preparation, discovery, and a paralegal certificate. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>This Paralegal must live and be able to commute to Irvine, CA.</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>This Paralegal will work on business and commercial litigation matters and handle discovery, calendaring, court filings, legal research, and trial preparation. </p><p><br></p><p>Benefits include medical, life insurance, FSA, 401K, profit sharing, paid vacation, paid sick days, paid holidays, and more!</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration for this exciting litigation paralegal 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> Legal Assistant <p>Robert Half is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Unlawful Detainer Collections Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in collections, as well as a familiarity with unlawful detainer procedures. This role is responsible for handling all legal paperwork and court forms related to collections matters, including unlawful detainer actions, ensuring timely and accurate submission of documents, and assisting with case management throughout the process.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>Collections Support: Assist in managing the collections process for unlawful detainer (eviction) cases, including handling related paperwork, correspondence, and legal filings.</p><p>Document Preparation: Prepare and file legal documents related to collections and unlawful detainer matters, including notices, complaints, summonses, and other required court forms.</p><p>Court Filings: Ensure timely and accurate filing of court documents, both electronically and physically, according to California court rules.</p><p>Case Management: Maintain organized case files and track deadlines for collections and unlawful detainer matters, ensuring all necessary actions are taken and documents are filed within prescribed timelines.</p><p>Communication with Clients: Communicate with clients regarding the status of their collections and unlawful detainer cases, answering questions, updating on progress, and ensuring clients are informed of next steps.</p><p>Liaison with Courts: Serve as a point of contact between the firm, courts, and other legal entities, ensuring smooth communication and timely processing of cases.</p><p>Client Billing and Documentation: Assist with invoicing clients for collections-related services and ensure that records of all communications, filings, and court actions are properly documented and maintained.</p><p>Research and Updates: Keep current on legal processes, forms, and changes in collections and unlawful detainer laws, and communicate any significant changes to the team.</p> Front Desk/Legal Assistant <p>Growing trial firm based in West Los Angeles is seeking a Front Desk Receptionist/Legal Assistant to join our team of professionals. In this role, you will be the first point of contact for our clients and visitors, providing exceptional customer service and administrative support within the legal industry. This role will involve handling incoming calls, managing correspondence, organizing documents, and maintaining the office environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities: </p><p><br></p><p>• Serve as the primary point of contact for incoming calls, ensuring they are directed to the appropriate personnel.</p><p>• Effectively manage email correspondence, ensuring all communications are responded to in a timely and detail-oriented manner.</p><p>• Execute data entry tasks with accuracy, updating and maintaining our internal systems with relevant information.</p><p>• Oversee the distribution and dispatch of mail, ensuring all correspondence is handled efficiently.</p><p>• Facilitate the preparation of documents for court filings and service on individuals, ensuring all paperwork is accurate and submitted within required timeframes.</p><p>• Maintain an organized filing system, managing both digital and hard copy files and binders.</p><p>• Assist in the ordering and restocking of office supplies, ensuring the office environment is well-maintained and fully equipped.</p><p>• Utilize Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word to perform various tasks, demonstrating proficiency in these applications.</p><p>• Schedule appointments, managing the calendars of attorneys and paralegals.</p><p>• Provide support with other receptionist duties and legal assistant tasks as required. </p><p><br></p><p>Skills:</p><p><br></p><p>• Experience with answering multi-line phone systems</p><p>• Strong customer service abilities</p><p>• Proficiency in data entry</p><p>• Excellent email correspondence skills</p><p>• Strong interpersonal skills</p><p>• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word</p><p>• Experience with organizing files</p><p>• Experience with scheduling appointments</p><p>• Experience with receptionist duties</p><p>• Experience as a legal assistant</p><p><br></p><p><strong>How to Apply</strong>:</p><p>Please submit your resume ONLY to Vice President Quidana Dove at Quidana.Dove< at >RobertHalf.< com ></p> Litigation Paralegal Hybrid 37.5 hour week <p><strong>Thriving Civil Litigation Defense Firm seeks Civil Litigation Paralegal</strong></p><p><br></p><p>The Civil Litigation Paralegal will support civil litigation defense group with general matters including employment defense matters. The Paralegal will bill their time but there is not a billable hour requirement.</p><p><br></p><p><u>Hours</u>: 7.5 hours/day + <strong>hybrid onsite schedule</strong> (post 90 day training period)</p><p><br></p><p><u>Benefits</u>: 100% paid medical, vision, and dental insurance. 401k </p><p><br></p><p><u>Salary</u>: up to $82,000</p><p><br></p><p>Why this firm? We've placed paralegals, legal secretaries, and attorneys who have been there 6+ years! Minority-owned firm. Stability!</p> Entry-Level ONSITE Legal Assistant <p><strong>Entry-Level Legal Assistant: Immigration Law Firm $24/hour (onsite)</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Thriving full-service immigration firm seeks Legal Assistant to join their team. This is an exciting entry-level legal assistant role for candidates interested in gaining experience prior to law school.</p><p><br></p><p>The Legal Assistant will interface with clients, write letters, and perform legal research under the direction of the attorney. FULL training will be provided. You will be taught how to write legal memos (not doing administrative work), which is great experience to gain prior to law school.</p><p><br></p><p>The Legal Assistant position is full-time, permanent, with full benefits. The hours are 9am-6pm with a 1 hour lunch. This entry-level legal assistant position is onsite.</p><p><br></p><p>Pay is $24/hour-$30/hour (dependent on legal work experience) with 100% paid medical/dental/vision benefits and retirement plan.</p><p><br></p><p><u>For entry-level, new grads, the pay is $24/hour + 100% covered health benefits.</u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>TO APPLY, send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]</strong></p> Plaintiff Paralegal Trial Firm <p><b>Trial Firm seeks Plaintiff Litigation Paralegal</b></p><p><br></p><p>Will be supporting 2 trial attorneys in a 50+ employee firm. </p><p><strong>The position is open because the Paralegal we placed is leaving for law school after 3 years! An attorney I placed here said, <em>"This is by far the most professional firm that I've worked for."</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Benefits’ Package</u></strong>:</p><ul><li>Medical/dental/vision</li><li>401k w/ 4% match</li><li>Paid holidays</li><li>6 sick days</li><li>10 vacation days</li><li>Parking covered</li></ul><p><strong><u>Details of Role</u></strong>:</p><ul><li><u>Hours</u>: 40 hours/week—can start between 8-9</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Perks of Firm</u></strong>:</p><ul><li>2024 is growth mode for the firm—they have a corporate value system! They want us to staff 5 more attorneys & 4 more paralegals by year end!</li><li>Friendly environment</li><li>Stable and steady work </li><li>Huge office space in Century City – continuing to grow this year! </li><li>The attorneys and secretary LOVE it here!</li></ul><p><br></p> In-House Real Estate Paralegal <p>Thriving real estate company in West Los Angeles is seeking a Real Estate Paralegal to join its team! The ideal Real Estate Paralegal will have at least 3 years of real estate experience either at a law firm or in-house and a paralegal certificate.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>They are offering this Real Estate Paralegal the permanent flexibility to work 2 days/week remotely!</strong></p><p><br></p><p>The company is offering this Real Estate Paralegal a competitive salary package that includes stellar benefits and a yearend bonus!</p><p><br></p><p>TO APPLY, ONLY send your resume directly to Tess Poliakin at Tess[dot] Poliakin [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]</p><p><br></p><p>#SoCalRHL</p> Paralegal <p>Robert Half Legal has partnered with a national firm on a search for a full time Trademark Paralegal. The ideal candidate would have extensive experience in trademarks and has previously worked at a large firm. The role is 3 days in office and 2 days remote and the position can pay extremely well (150K+). The role comes with great benefits and opportunity for growth. Responsibilities include: </p><p><br></p><ul><li>Prepare and file foreign and domestic trademark applications, statements of use, extensions of time, amendments to allege use, Sections 8 & 15 declarations, and other filings;</li><li>Draft communications with clients and foreign associates;</li><li>Preliminary trademark availability searching</li><li>Review office actions and summarize issues for attorneys;</li><li>Perform internal trademark searches and/or initial review of outside vendor search reports and preparing charts and draft findings;</li><li>Draft filing instructions for trademark applications;</li><li>Reporting deadlines to docketing and docket clearance;</li><li>Client communications, including reporting actions, deadlines and providing accurate charts of client’s prosecution matters;</li><li>Preparing agendas for monthly client calls;</li><li>Make preliminary evaluations regarding potential specimens showing use for submission.</li><li>Assist with TTAB proceedings and trademark litigation, including drafting and filing of documents, maintaining pleadings files and docket, searching for third party marks or evidence of use and related tasks</li><li>Copyright experience or willingness to learn.</li></ul> Paralegal <p>We are in search of a Paralegal to support our law firm client on a hybrid basis located in Los Angeles, California. This role offers a long term contract employment opportunity where you will conduct legal research, manage calendars, and prepare for trials. The industry of focus is law and the workplace will require a detail-oriented individual with strong case management skills.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct extensive legal research to support ongoing cases</p><p>• Manage and organize the calendar for case hearings, meetings, and deadlines</p><p>• Prepare comprehensive briefings for trial cases </p><p>• Administer claims and ensure all relevant documents are in place</p><p>• Utilize the Automated City Register Information System (ACRIS) for legal document management</p><p>• Employ Aderant and CompuLaw software for case management and billing functions</p><p>• Draft discovery documents, both responding and propounding</p><p>• Effectively communicate with all stakeholders involved in the case</p><p>• Use Adobe Acrobat for document creation and editing.</p> Paralegal <p><strong>National Firm seeks Litigation Paralegal Hybrid Schedule: up to $140,000 (DOE)</strong></p><p><br></p><p>The Litigation Paralegal will support a commercial litigation group with complex cases that regularly prep for trial. The Paralegal will be an integral part of the team and travel with the attorneys to assist with trial. The hours are 7.5 days with overtime during trial and trial prep.</p><p><br></p><p>The Paralegal will help with legal research, Bluebooking, cite checking, document review and production (Relativity), and trial prep.</p><p><br></p><p>Position is on site 3 days/week in their Century City office.</p><p><br></p><p>TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]</p> Trusts and Estates Paralegal <p>The LA office of a national firm is seeking a new trusts and estates paralegal. The attorneys in this practice group have a great reputation for retaining their support staff and treating them with respect. This is a new trusts and estates paralegal position they are adding due to growth. My team has placed three other paralegals and legal assistants with this firm in the past few years. They all still happily work here!</p><p> </p><p>The ideal trusts and estates paralegal will have:</p><ul><li>5+ years of transactional law experience</li><li>Tax, estate planning, wealth transfer, and/or probate administration experience </li><li>Experience drafting estate planning documents from templates</li><li>Experience preparing individual and fiduciary income tax returns, gift tax returns, and estate tax returns </li><li>Experience with GEMS, Lacerte, Lackner, Wealth Counsel, or similar programs is strongly preferred</li><li>A bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certificate are preferred, but not necessarily required</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>This firm has NO BILLABLE REQUIREMENT for their paralegals. </strong></p><p> </p><p>Once onboarded, this paralegal will have the flexibility to work from home 1 day/week.</p><p> </p><p>The firm is offering this trusts and estates paralegal fantastic benefits, including 18 PTO/sick days, several inexpensive healthcare plans, 401k with generous employer contribution, and more!</p> Complex Litigation Paralegal Hybrid <p><strong>High End Firm seeks Litigation Paralegal</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities of Role</u>:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare exhibits for depositions and trials, draft complaints and subpoenas, etc.</li><li>Working on federal and commercial litigation matters</li><li>Software firm uses: Relativity and Disco</li><li>Also, WestLaw for research</li><li>1500 billables per year for both positions<strong> </strong></li></ul><p>Hybrid work schedule</p><p><br></p><p><strong>up to $120,000</strong></p><p><br></p><p><em>Paralegal who we placed said, “There are no difficult attorneys. Everyone is friendly and I enjoy working here!”</em></p><p><br></p><p>TO APPLY, ONLY send resume directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha . Graham [@] RobertHalf [dot] [com] ASAP!</p> Legal Assistant <p>Robert Half is offering an exciting opportunity for a Paralegal in Beverly Hills, California. This paralegal will focus on lemon law matters. . </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Motion work </li><li>Review the court’s guidance on what is required for a motion.</li><li>Summarizing discovery responses</li><li>Preparing discovery shells & helping with responses</li></ul><p><br></p> Legal Administrative Assistant <p>We are in search of a Legal Assistant to join our law firm client in Arcadia, California. This role focuses on providing legal administrative support within the firm, including managing data entry tasks, drafting documents, calendaring and handling client relations. This position offers a long-term contract employment opportunity and is an on-site role.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Handle incoming phone calls and schedule appointments as required.</p><p>• Prepare various types of legal documents such as letters and notices.</p><p>• Execute data entry tasks with high attention to detail, ensuring information is correctly entered from client records.</p><p>• Verify the accuracy of letters and other documents, making corrections as necessary.</p><p>• Utilize legal software for various tasks including calendar management, meeting notes, and maintaining client files.</p><p>• Leverage Microsoft Word and Excel for document creation and data management.</p><p>• Engage in client relations, addressing inquiries and providing updates.</p><p>• Manage case administration, including inventory appraisals using data from statements.</p><p>• Conduct claim administration tasks as needed.</p><p>• Support billing functions and other administrative tasks as assigned.</p> Litigation Attorney <p>Prestigious law firm is offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced Litigation Attorney to join their growing team of professionals located in Los Angeles, California. As an integral part of our team, you will be tasked with managing complex litigation cases from start to finish, drafting motions, and conducting depositions. The role will provide you the autonomy to work on high-end complex matters.</p><p><br></p><p>This litigation attorney opportunity offers work/life balance and flexibility!</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Manage a caseload of complex civil litigation cases independently.</p><p>• Draft legal briefs and motions for a variety of cases.</p><p>• Conduct and handle depositions effectively.</p><p>• Appear in court for case proceedings and hearings.</p><p>• Develop strategies for complex business litigation cases.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with all legal standards and regulations.</p><p>• Maintain strong relationships with clients and provide exceptional customer service.</p><p>• Work in collaboration with a team of attorneys and paralegals.</p><p>• Continuously update knowledge on civil litigation and other related legal matters.</p><p>• Contribute to the growth of the firm by handling high-value cases.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>How to Apply</strong>:</p><p>Please submit your resume ONLY to Vice President Quidana Dove at Quidana.Dove< at >RobertHalf.< com ></p> Am Law Legal Secretary Hybrid Onsite <p><strong>Am Law 200 Law Firm Seeks Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant (UNPOSTED)</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant (LAA)</strong></p><p> <strong>Location:</strong> Century City, CA</p><p> <strong>Compensation:</strong> Up to $115,000</p><p><br></p><p>A highly regarded <strong>Am Law 200</strong> firm is seeking a <strong>Commercial Litigation Legal Assistant (LAA)</strong> to support its <strong>Commercial Litigation team</strong> in Century City. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative team environment within a prestigious law firm.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide administrative support to attorneys in the <strong>commercial litigation</strong> practice.</li><li>Handle <strong>time entry, e-filing, and document preparation</strong>, including creating and maintaining case binders.</li><li>Coordinate and facilitate <strong>travel arrangements, meetings, and communications</strong> (electronic and in-person).</li><li>Manage <strong>incoming and outgoing correspondence</strong>, including mail and emails.</li><li>Process <strong>expense reports</strong> and maintain organized legal files.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>TO APPLY, ONLY send <strong>resume </strong>directly to Vice President of Direct Hire, Samantha Graham at Samantha [dot] Graham [at] RobertHalf [dot] [com]</p> Legal Secretary <p>Join a midsized law firm in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles! Our law firm client is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join its team of 40+ talented attorneys. If you have 2+ years of California Civil Litigation experience and a knack for state court filings and document formatting, we want to hear from you!</p><p><br></p><p>As a Legal Secretary, you'll support three attorneys who represent unions regarding labor and employment matters. With a manageable 37.5-hour work week, you'll enjoy a healthy work-life balance while thriving in a fast-paced legal environment.</p><p><br></p><p>In return for your expertise and dedication, the firm offers an outstanding compensation package with bonus potential and a comprehensive benefits package. From medical and life insurance to a pension, paid vacation, sick days, holidays, and more!</p><p><br></p><p>Don't miss this opportunity to take your career to new heights with a firm that values your talent and rewards your contributions. Apply now and become part of our client's esteemed team!</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration for this exciting Legal Secretary 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> Legal Secretary $100k+ <p><strong>One of the most well-known California offices of Firm Seeks Legal Assistant/Legal Secretary</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Litigation Legal Secretary </p><p>Location: West Los Angeles, California</p><p>We are working with an esteemed legal firm in West LA that is seeking a competent and dedicated Litigation Legal Secretary to join their team. This firm is highly recognized for its achievements in trial law and boasts over 40 trial attorneys, many of whom have prestigious big law backgrounds.</p><p><br></p><p>Details of Role:</p><ul><li>Manage workload of active cases: This will involve calendaring all case deadlines and events, formatting, proofreading, finalizing, serving, and filing critical legal documents.</li><li>Liaise with clients in order to gather information and coordinate travel arrangements and meetings.</li><li>Provide extensive secretarial and administrative support and manage all case-related data in the Case Management program.</li></ul><p>Hours: Typically 40 hours per week with the expectation of 5+ hours per week of overtime.</p><p>Software: Proficiency with Compulaw and Litify is expected.</p><p><br></p><p>Why should you apply? This is an exciting opportunity to work with a leading law firm in California and be a part of a supportive and highly motivated culture. Getting a chance to work on high profile cases often seen in the news, this role provides equivalent professional excitement as working for a technology giant like Apple, providing a stimulating and rewarding environment.</p><p><br></p><p><u>Compensation & Benefits</u>: up to $100,000 with an additional (can be VERY lucrative ) bonus and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, visual, dental, and 401K.</p>
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