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37 results for Litigation And Ediscovery Specialist in Oakland, CA

eDiscovery Paralegal

Pleasant Hill, CA
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Temporary / Contract
33 - 43 USD / Hourly
A California-based civil litigation firm specializing in complex fraud, insurance-related litigation, and toxic tort matters is seeking an experienced eDiscovery Paralegal to join the team on a contract basis. This role will support high-volume, data-intensive litigation and is ideal for someone who thrives managing large datasets and collaborating on complex cases in a fully remote environment. Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage the full lifecycle of eDiscovery, including document collection, review, and production</li><li>Coordinate with attorneys and external vendors on eDiscovery workflows and strategy</li><li>Conduct document review for relevance, privilege, and key litigation issues</li><li>Prepare and organize document productions in compliance with court requirements</li><li>Maintain and manage large volumes of electronically stored information (ESI)</li><li>Assist with discovery responses and support broader litigation efforts</li><li>Support case teams on complex matters, including fraud, insurance-related litigation, and toxic tort cases</li><li>Ensure adherence to deadlines within a high-volume, fast-paced environment</li></ul>
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Litigation Attorney

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
75 - 90 USD / Hourly
A well-established San Francisco–based personal injury law firm is seeking a Litigation Attorney to join its growing practice. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity offering hands-on litigation experience, mentorship, and the potential for long-term placement. The Litigation Attorney will handle all phases of civil litigation on plaintiff-side matters, primarily personal injury cases. While plaintiff-side personal injury experience is preferred, the firm is open to candidates from a variety of civil litigation backgrounds who are motivated to transition into this practice area. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Handle day-to-day litigation tasks across the full lifecycle of cases</li><li>Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other litigation documents</li><li>Manage written discovery and participate in depositions</li><li>Conduct legal research and factual investigations</li><li>Assist with and contribute to case strategy, trial preparation, and settlement negotiations</li><li>Communicate directly with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and court personnel</li><li>Support senior attorneys on active litigation matters and trial preparation</li></ul>
2026-06-08T00:00:00Z

Litigation Attorney

Oakland, CA
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Temporary / Contract
75 - 85 USD / Hourly
A plaintiff-side firm specializing in asbestos litigation is seeking a fully remote Litigation Attorney to support an influx of work on an ongoing contract basis. This is a high-volume role requiring strong litigation fundamentals and the ability to step in and contribute immediately. The team is looking for someone comfortable handling law and motion and discovery in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities<ul><li>Draft, review, and respond to law and motion in asbestos litigation matters</li><li>Handle written discovery, including propounding and responding to discovery requests</li><li>Conduct legal research and draft memoranda and correspondence</li><li>Manage a high-volume caseload with competing deadlines</li><li>Collaborate with attorneys and support staff to move cases forward efficiently</li><li>Ensure all work is compliant with California procedural rules and deadlines</li></ul>
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Litigation Paralegal

San Jose, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
40 - 55 USD / Hourly
A boutique law firm in San Jose, California is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys through all phases of the litigation lifecycle in various areas of civil litigation. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced law firm environment and is comfortable working in a hybrid on-site arrangement. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Support attorneys in all phases of litigation, from case inception through trial and resolution</li><li>Draft, format, and file legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence</li><li>Manage case files, deadlines, calendars, and litigation-related documents</li><li>Assist with discovery, including document collection, review, organization, and production</li><li>Coordinate and prepare materials for depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial</li><li>Conduct legal and factual research as needed</li><li>Communicate with clients, court personnel, vendors, and outside counsel</li><li>Maintain accurate billing entries and case management records</li><li>Assist with trial preparation and other administrative litigation support tasks</li></ul>
2026-06-05T00:00:00Z

Litigation Paralegal

Palo Alto, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 50 USD / Hourly
OverviewThe Litigation Paralegal supports attorneys with all aspects of case management in a fast-paced Palo Alto office, ensuring deadlines are met and documents are properly prepared and organized. This Litigation Paralegal role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple matters while supporting filings, discovery, and trial preparation. Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare, proofread, and file pleadings, motions, and legal documents</li><li>Handle e-filing and service in compliance with court rules</li><li>Manage calendars, scheduling hearings, depositions, and meetings</li><li>Maintain and organize case files</li><li>Track deadlines and assist with discovery and document production</li><li>Support trial preparation, billing, and time entry</li></ul>
2026-06-15T00:00:00Z

Litigation Paralegal

San Jose, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 45 USD / Hourly
Growing law firm has an immediate opening for a Litigation Paralegal with 1+ year(s) of legal experience to join its team in San Jose. This role will support multiple civil litigation attorneys and assist throughout the full litigation lifecycle, from case inception through trial preparation and resolution. Candidates with court e-filing experience are highly preferred. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Support multiple attorneys handling civil litigation matters through all phases of litigation</li><li>Assist with case management from initial filing through discovery, trial preparation, and closing</li><li>Prepare, organize, and maintain pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and case files</li><li>Coordinate and manage court filings, with e-filing experience strongly preferred</li><li>Track deadlines, court dates, and litigation calendars</li><li>Assist with discovery, document production, and trial preparation</li><li>Communicate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and vendors as needed</li><li>Maintain accurate and organized case records and litigation documents</li></ul>
2026-06-12T00:00:00Z

Litigation Paralegal

Walnut Creek, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
38 - 48 USD / Hourly
An AMLAW 100 firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join its team on a fully remote, long-term contract basis. This is an opportunity to support a high-performing legal team handling complex civil litigation matters in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The ideal candidate has CA experience, lives in CA, and is proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently while staying highly responsive in a remote setting. Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide comprehensive litigation support across civil matters, including employment and/or insurance defense cases</li><li>Draft, prepare, and manage discovery, including document production and responses</li><li>Assist with trial preparation, including exhibit organization and case file management</li><li>Manage and maintain case files, ensuring accuracy and organization of documents</li><li>Track deadlines, maintain calendars, and ensure timely filings</li><li>Conduct legal research and assist with drafting correspondence and pleadings</li><li>Coordinate with attorneys, clients, and third parties to support case progression</li><li>Handle a high-volume caseload while meeting tight deadlines</li></ul>
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Litigation Attorney - Labor & Employment

San Francisco, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
175000 - 215000 USD / Yearly
Our client in San Francisco is seeking a full-time Litigation Associate with four to seven years of substantive litigation experience, including meaningful wage and hour experience. The Associate handles cases in all phases of litigation including legal research, drafting pleadings and discovery, attending hearings and depositions, arguing motions, and assisting with trial preparation. This role primarily supports the Firm’s Labor & Employment practice group, with support to the Firm’s broader Litigation practice group. The ideal candidate will have experience defending employers in wage and hour matters (including PAGA and class actions), including experience calculating damages. The candidate should also have experience defending discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims in court, arbitration, and before administrative agencies (including the Labor Commissioner and the EEOC), with responsibility for pleadings, motion practice, and discovery. The associate will have the opportunity to work on sophisticated, complex litigation matters and will collaborate closely with experienced litigators and trial lawyers. This role offers meaningful responsibility and hands-on experience across all phases of litigation, with the opportunity to develop strategic, practical advocacy skills. The successful candidate will have a distinguished academic background and exceptional research, writing, analytical, and interpersonal skills. RESPONSIBILITIES• Handle litigation matters through all phases, including pre-litigation strategy, pleadings, discovery, law and motion practice, mediation, trial preparation, and post-trial proceedings• Draft high-quality pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests and responses, including dispositive motions such as demurrers and motions for summary judgment• Participate in conducting and defending depositions, preparing witnesses for depositions and hearings, and respond to written discovery requests• Appear at hearings, case management conferences, mediations, and arbitrations• Support matters involving complex employment matters, including wage and hour class actions, PAGA representative actions, and various other employment disputes• Assist shareholders advising employer clients on a range of employment law compliance issues, including conducting legal research, participating in pre-litigation investigations (including witness interviews), and reviewing and drafting employee policies and handbooks• Collaborate closely with partners to develop litigation strategy and advance cases toward resolution• Prepare matters for mediation and trial, including developing case themes, coordinating key tasks, and collaborating with experts as needed• Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and third-party vendors to advance cases efficiently
2026-05-27T00:00:00Z

Litigation Legal Secretary

San Francisco, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
35 - 45 USD / Hourly
National AmLaw 100 firm has an immediate opening for an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary to support their San Francisco-based litigation team on a fully remote contract basis. This role supports a high-volume, defense-side litigation practice, working closely with 5–7 attorneys and requiring the ability to manage a busy desk independently. The qualified candidate must have a strong understanding of California court rules, docketing, and e-filing procedures in both federal and state courts. Ideal candidates will have five or more years of experience working in a fast-paced defense-side litigation environment. This is a long-term, open-ended contract position that offers stability and meaningful, ongoing work with one of the country’s leading litigation firms. While there is potential for full-time conversion depending on headcount, the immediate priority is to bring on a skilled legal secretary who can contribute right away. Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage state and federal e-filing processes across active litigation matters </li><li>Maintain and manage litigation calendars, ensuring deadlines are tracked and met across multiple cases </li><li>Support attorneys with trial preparation, including exhibits, binders, and coordination logistics </li><li>Draft, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, and TOCs/TOAs </li><li>Collaborate with attorneys across matters, adapting to varying litigation needs and deadlines </li><li>Track and process expense reports, reimbursements, and check requests using Chrome River </li><li>Provide administrative support across high-volume litigation workflows </li></ul>
2026-06-18T00:00:00Z

Litigation Legal Secretary

Oakland, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
95000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Litigation Legal Secretary to join our dynamic legal team in Oakland, California. In this role, you will provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to attorneys across various practice areas. The ideal candidate will excel in managing legal documentation, maintaining organization, and ensuring seamless communication within a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Prepare, format, and revise legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and forms based on handwritten drafts, notes, or dictation. • Proofread legal materials thoroughly to ensure accuracy in spelling, grammar, and formatting. • Handle electronic court filings in both state and federal courts with precision and efficiency. • Manage scheduling and calendaring for meetings, depositions, hearings, and other legal events. • Provide legal calendaring support to track deadlines and court dates. • Assist attorneys with special projects and general administrative tasks as needed. • Facilitate the opening and closing of legal matters with attention to detail. • Compare, edit, and finalize documents using document comparison software to produce redlined versions. • Collaborate with attorneys to complete complex assignments under tight deadlines.
2026-05-27T00:00:00Z

Civil Litigation Associate

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
50 - 65 USD / Hourly
A well-established San Francisco–based personal injury law firm is seeking a Civil Litigation Associate with 1–2+ years of post-bar experience to join its growing practice. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity offering hands-on litigation experience, mentorship, and the potential for long-term placement. The Associate will support all phases of civil litigation on plaintiff-side matters, primarily personal injury cases. While plaintiff-side personal injury experience is preferred, the firm is open to candidates from any civil litigation practice area who are eager to transition into this space. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other litigation-related documents</li><li>Manage written discovery and assist with depositions</li><li>Conduct legal research and factual investigations</li><li>Assist with case strategy, trial preparation, and settlement negotiations</li><li>Communicate with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and court personnel</li><li>Support senior attorneys throughout the lifecycle of active litigation matters</li></ul>
2026-06-08T00:00:00Z

Housing Litigation Paralegal

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 45 USD / Hourly
A well-established San Francisco law firm is seeking a detail-oriented Housing Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in a high-volume tenant/landlord litigation practice. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity ideal for a proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys managing complex casework, and can effectively support matters from intake through trial preparation. The paralegal will play a key role in maintaining case organization, ensuring deadlines are met, and supporting attorneys in delivering strong advocacy for clients. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Support attorneys with all phases of housing litigation matters, including unlawful detainers, habitability claims, and rent control disputes</li><li>Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, subpoenas, and correspondence</li><li>Manage case files from intake through resolution, ensuring all documents are organized and up to date</li><li>Track court deadlines, hearing dates, and filing requirements to ensure timely submissions</li><li>Assist with discovery, including document collection, review, and production</li><li>Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel regarding case status and logistics</li><li>Prepare trial binders, exhibits, and witness files; assist with trial preparation and courtroom support as needed</li><li>Conduct legal research related to landlord-tenant law, local ordinances, and housing regulations</li><li>File documents electronically in state and local courts (e-filing)</li><li>Maintain accurate records in case management systems and update attorneys on case developments</li></ul>
2026-06-16T00:00:00Z

Employment Litigation Attorney

Hayward, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
75 - 85 USD / Hourly
Our client, who handles employment defense litigation matters, is looking for a fully-remote Employment Litigation Attorney with CA experience. This position is ideal for a California-licensed attorney with at least two years of focused experience handling workplace-related disputes and who is interested in a contract-to-hire structure. The attorney will contribute across key phases of litigation, including pleadings, motion practice, discovery, and trial preparation, while working a 40-hour schedule. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage employment litigation matters from initial case assessment through pre-trial activity in a remote work setting</li><li>Prepare persuasive motions, briefs, and other court filings that support case strategy and procedural deadlines</li><li>Oversee written discovery, draft responses and objections, and coordinate document production and review</li><li>Conduct legal research and translate findings into practical recommendations for ongoing employment disputes</li><li>Support trial readiness by organizing exhibits, summarizing evidence, and assisting with witness and hearing preparation</li><li>Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to maintain progress across active litigation matters</li><li>Monitor case timelines, court requirements, and deliverables to ensure matters move forward efficiently</li></ul>
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Litigation Attorney (part-time, remote)

San Francisco, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
80 - 90 USD / Hourly
Our boutique law firm client is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney to provide temporary, part-time coverage during an extended medical leave. The firm's practice has a strong concentration in real estate-related disputes; however, candidates with broader general civil litigation experience will also be considered. This fully remote role is best suited for a California-licensed attorney who can dedicate 10–20 hours per week, work independently with minimal supervision, and quickly become productive within an active litigation practice.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Draft, review, and respond to written discovery, including interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission.</li><li>Prepare and oppose motions, including discovery motions and other civil litigation filings.</li><li>Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, pleadings, and supporting case documents.</li><li>Analyze case strategy, procedural issues, and litigation risks.</li><li>Manage assigned matters and ensure compliance with court deadlines and litigation schedules.</li><li>Communicate and collaborate with lead counsel regarding case developments and litigation strategy.</li><li>Attend hearings and other litigation-related proceedings as needed.</li><li>Provide general litigation support across a variety of active civil matters.</li></ul>
2026-06-15T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary/Litigation Legal Assistant

San Rafael, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 108000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary in San Rafael, California. Responsibilities:• Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys, including managing active litigation cases.• Coordinate and execute litigation calendaring and docketing, ensuring deadlines, hearings, and discovery cutoffs are accurately tracked.• Prepare, format, and proofread complex legal documents while ensuring compliance with court rules and requirements.• Handle e-filing and court submissions for state and federal courts with precision and timeliness.• Maintain client files and case management systems, ensuring all records are organized and up-to-date.• Communicate professionally with clients, vendors, and internal teams, serving as a reliable point of contact.• Manage scheduling and logistics for meetings, hearings, and depositions, ensuring seamless operations.• Utilize advanced technical skills in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and legal document management systems to support daily operations.• Monitor and prioritize multiple high-priority tasks, ensuring deadlines are met in a fast-paced environment.• Uphold confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive information and financial transactions.
2026-06-01T00:00:00Z

Land Use & Environmental Attorney

Oakland, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
160000 - 360000 USD / Yearly
Prominent law firm is seeking a Land Use & Environmental Counsel to join their team! Come be an integral part of a high-performing team where you will have numerous opportunities to learn and contribute. This rewarding Attorney position may be for you. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefits. Key responsibilities - Analyze and summarize legal documents - Correspond with clients and opposing counsel - Supporting attorneys and staff within the practice groups department - Legal research and drafting of a wide range of legal document
2026-05-27T00:00:00Z

Senior Trial Paralegal

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
40 - 55 USD / Hourly
A well-established San Francisco litigation firm is seeking an experienced, self-sufficient Litigation Trial Paralegal to provide immediate support on active litigation matters and an upcoming trial. This opportunity is expected to continue on a contract basis through the end of the summer, with the potential to transition into a permanent position depending on mutual fit.This opportunity is ideal for a senior paralegal who thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment and can independently manage pretrial and trial support responsibilities with minimal supervision. While the position offers hybrid flexibility, the selected candidate must be able to provide significant in-office and court presence during trial. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide comprehensive pretrial and trial support to litigation attorneys</li><li>Coordinate and manage trial exhibits from preparation through presentation</li><li>Prepare exhibit binders, witness binders, trial notebooks, and related materials</li><li>Assist with trial logistics, courtroom support, and war room coordination</li><li>Coordinate witness scheduling, appearances, and related logistics</li><li>Organize and maintain case files, evidence, and litigation databases</li><li>Assist with deposition preparation and management of deposition materials</li><li>Prepare exhibit lists, witness lists, and other trial-related documents</li><li>Track case deadlines and support pretrial filings</li><li>Support attorneys throughout trial, including in-court assistance as needed</li><li>Manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced litigation environment</li></ul>
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Commercial Counsel, Life Sciences

Santa Clara, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
220000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Commercial Counsel, Life Sciences to support business operations in California. This role partners closely with commercial and cross-functional teams to provide practical legal guidance across contracting, promotional review, and day-to-day business matters in a regulated healthcare environment. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, contract expertise, and the ability to balance legal risk with business objectives while working effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners. Responsibilities: • Prepare, negotiate, and assess a broad mix of commercial agreements, including arrangements tied to sourcing, customer sales, licensing, marketing initiatives, co-promotion efforts, and research partnerships. • Provide legal review of advertising, campaign materials, and other promotional content to help ensure alignment with company standards, applicable regulations, and truth-in-advertising expectations. • Counsel internal business partners on legal questions affecting commercial operations, delivering practical and timely advice that supports activities involving healthcare audiences. • Address disputes and other legal concerns through effective negotiation, including support for pre-litigation resolutions and settlement discussions when needed. • Create and refine contract templates, guidance materials, and training resources to improve consistency and efficiency across contracting workflows. • Build a strong understanding of the company's products, business priorities, and supported client groups in order to deliver relevant and commercially informed legal advice. • Monitor legal and regulatory developments impacting sales, marketing, reimbursement, privacy, anti-corruption, and healthcare compliance, and identify issues requiring proactive guidance. • Serve as a legal representative in discussions with vendors, customers, and other external parties, helping advance business objectives while protecting company interests. • Manage outside counsel engagements by setting scope, directing work, overseeing budgets, and ensuring projects are completed effectively. • Collaborate regularly with teams across Legal, Compliance, Finance, Education, Supply Chain, Research and Development, Regulatory, Quality, Clinical, Marketing, Sales, and Information Technology; limited travel of approximately 10-15% may be required.
2026-05-27T00:00:00Z

Commercial Counsel, Life Sciences

Santa Clara, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
220000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Commercial Counsel, Life Sciences to support business operations in Santa Clara, California. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams to provide practical legal guidance across commercial activities, promotional practices, and strategic agreements. The ideal candidate brings strong contract drafting and negotiation skills, sound judgment, and the ability to balance legal risk with business objectives in a regulated healthcare environment. Responsibilities: • Lead the preparation, review, and negotiation of a broad range of commercial contracts, including licensing, supply, sales, marketing, research, and collaboration arrangements. • Provide timely legal counsel to business stakeholders on day-to-day commercial matters involving products and services marketed to healthcare professionals. • Evaluate advertising initiatives, campaigns, and related materials to help ensure alignment with company standards, truth-in-advertising expectations, and applicable legal requirements. • Address disputes and other legal concerns through strategic negotiation, including support for pre-litigation resolutions and settlement discussions. • Create and refine contract templates, guidance materials, and training resources to improve consistency and efficiency across contracting workflows. • Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting sales, marketing, reimbursement, privacy, anti-corruption, and healthcare compliance, and translate those developments into practical business advice. • Serve as a legal representative in discussions with vendors, customers, and other external parties to support commercial relationships and risk management. • Coordinate with outside counsel when needed by defining scope, overseeing deliverables, and tracking budget and project progress. • Collaborate with internal partners across Legal, Compliance, Finance, Education, Supply Chain, R&D, Regulatory, Quality, Clinical, Marketing, Sales, and Information Technology. • Support occasional travel requirements as needed, generally within a limited range of approximately 10–15%.
2026-05-27T00:00:00Z

Corporate Paralegal

San Francisco, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
50 - 60 USD / Hourly
Our boutique corporate law firm client is seeking a senior corporate paralegal to support an early-stage company through a Seed-stage fundraising transaction. This is a highly specialized, project-based engagement requiring a candidate who can independently manage corporate transactional workflows with minimal oversight while partnering closely with attorneys throughout the fundraising process. This is not a general corporate maintenance role. The selected candidate will play a key role in organizing and executing transaction-related workstreams, including due diligence, virtual data room management, equity and capitalization cleanup, and closing support. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage and maintain the Virtual Data Room (VDR), including organization of diligence materials, document uploads, version control, and tracking outstanding requests.</li><li>Coordinate due diligence efforts by collecting, reviewing, organizing, and tracking corporate records and transaction-related documentation.</li><li>Review and assist with equity and capitalization table cleanup activities in preparation for fundraising activities.</li><li>Support attorneys throughout the fundraising process, including preparation and management of closing deliverables.</li><li>Coordinate execution processes, signature collection, and closing documentation.</li><li>Maintain transaction checklists and monitor outstanding action items to facilitate efficient deal execution.</li><li>Collaborate directly with attorneys, founders, investors, and other stakeholders throughout the lifecycle of the transaction.</li><li>Assist with post-closing documentation and related follow-up activities as needed.</li></ul>
2026-06-09T00:00:00Z

Corporate Paralegal

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
35 - 55 USD / Hourly
A reputable San Francisco law firm is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Corporate Paralegal to support attorneys in a busy corporate and transactional practice. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity ideal for a proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys managing complex corporate matters, and can effectively support transactions from inception through closing. The paralegal will play a critical role in maintaining corporate records, managing filings, and assisting attorneys with delivering efficient and accurate client service. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Support attorneys with corporate transactions, including entity formations, mergers and acquisitions, financings, and corporate governance matters</li><li>Prepare and file formation and qualification documents for corporations, LLCs, and partnerships across multiple jurisdictions</li><li>Draft and maintain corporate records, including bylaws, operating agreements, resolutions, and minutes</li><li>Manage and maintain corporate minute books and capitalization tables</li><li>Assist with due diligence efforts, including document review, data room management, and organization of transaction materials</li><li>Prepare closing checklists, signature packets, and closing binders for transactions</li><li>Coordinate with clients, outside counsel, and government agencies regarding filings and corporate compliance matters</li><li>Track deadlines related to annual filings, statements of information, and other compliance requirements</li><li>File documents with state agencies, including Secretary of State offices, and support UCC filings as needed</li><li>Maintain accurate records in document management and case management systems and update attorneys on project status</li></ul>
2026-06-15T00:00:00Z

Trademark Paralegal

San Jose, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
40 - 60 USD / Hourly
Regional law firm based in San Jose, CA is seeking a detail-oriented Trademark Paralegal to support attorneys in the management of domestic and international trademark matters. This hybrid role requires regular on-site work and offers the opportunity to work closely with a collaborative legal team on all aspects of trademark portfolio management, prosecution, maintenance, enforcement, and related litigation support. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, a proactive approach, and experience handling high-volume trademark matters in a fast-paced law firm environment. Job Duties and Responsibilities <ul><li>Assists attorneys with planning and managing clients’ trademark portfolios</li><li>Assists with the preparation, filing, prosecution and maintenance of trademark applications at U.S. PTO, including preparation of scanned images for use as specimens</li><li>Assists with the preparation, filing, prosecution and maintenance of trademark applications at WIPO (World Intellectual Property Organization)</li><li>Initiates foreign filings and corresponds with foreign agents concerning foreign applications</li><li>Utilizes ProLaw proficiently to docket action due dates; monitors prosecution deadlines and communicates appropriate responses</li><li>Prepares status charts/reports for and routine letters to clients</li><li>Conducts online trademark searches (U.S. PTO, common law, initiating watch services, etc.)</li><li>Organizes, maintains and updates client and firm files</li><li>Assists attorneys in drafting Office Action responses for US filings and drafting correspondence to clients and to local counsel regarding Office Actions in cases outside of the US.</li><li>Assists attorneys in trademark opposition/cancellation litigation, including performing factual research, drafting discovery and discovery responses, summarizing deposition transcripts, analyzing evidence and trial preparation</li></ul>
2026-06-05T00:00:00Z

Senior Paralegal

San Jose, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
45 - 55 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a Trust and Estate Paralegal to join their team in a on-site capacity. This role will support day-to-day operations within Trust and Estate Administration, with a focus on efficiency, organization, and high-quality work product. The ideal candidate brings strong experience, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities<ul><li>Draft estate planning documents (wills, trusts, POAs, healthcare directives)</li><li>Support trust administration, including asset collection, distributions, and accountings</li><li>Prepare and file probate documents; track court deadlines</li><li>Assist with trust funding (deeds, asset transfers, beneficiary updates)</li><li>Gather financial records and prepare asset inventories/valuations</li><li>Communicate with clients, beneficiaries, and financial institutions</li><li>Assist with estate and fiduciary tax prep alongside attorneys/CPAs</li><li>Maintain organized files and monitor key deadlines</li></ul>
2026-06-06T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Oakland, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our team in Oakland, California. This role requires someone who excels in supporting litigation processes, managing schedules, and handling legal documentation with precision. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and capable of working collaboratively in a hybrid work environment. Responsibilities: • Handle electronic filing (e-filing) with courts, ensuring accuracy and timely submission. • Manage manual calendaring tasks, including tracking deadlines and scheduling court appearances. • Conduct conflict checks to ensure compliance and avoid scheduling conflicts. • Prepare and format legal documents, including tables of authorities (TOAs) and tables of contents (TOCs). • Collaborate with attorneys to facilitate smooth litigation processes and provide administrative support. • Maintain accurate records of legal proceedings and filings. • Coordinate trial preparation tasks when required, supporting attorneys with necessary documentation and logistics. • Communicate effectively with court personnel and other legal professionals to resolve filing issues. • Assist with dictation tasks and transcription as needed.
2026-06-15T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
30 - 40 USD / Hourly
A reputable San Francisco–based personal injury law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Secretary to support its busy civil litigation practice. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for a proactive, detail-oriented legal secretary who is comfortable supporting attorneys in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The Litigation Secretary will provide high-level administrative and litigation support to attorneys handling plaintiff-side personal injury matters. While personal injury experience is preferred, candidates with experience supporting any civil litigation practice area are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare, revise, and format pleadings, motions, correspondence, and legal documents</li><li>E-file documents in California state and federal courts</li><li>Maintain attorney calendars, track deadlines, and manage court appearances</li><li>Open, maintain, and organize physical and electronic case files</li><li>Assist with discovery preparation and document management</li><li>Coordinate depositions, mediations, hearings, and meetings</li><li>Handle client communications, phone calls, and general administrative support</li><li>Support attorneys with trial preparation as needed</li></ul>
2026-06-08T00:00:00Z