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7 results for Remote Paralegal in Oakland, CA

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

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

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

Legal Assistant

Oakland, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
A defense-oriented law firm handling insurance coverage matters is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to join the team on a contract-to-hire basis. This is a fully remote position supporting a busy group with increased workflow, offering a strong opportunity for someone who thrives in a motion-heavy environment and can step in to provide immediate support. Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare, format, and finalize motions, including Tables of Contents (TOCs) and Tables of Authorities (TOAs)</li><li>Handle court filings in compliance with applicable rules and deadlines</li><li>Maintain and manage case calendars, including tracking key litigation deadlines</li><li>Provide general litigation support across active matters, assisting with high-volume workflow needs</li><li>Coordinate document preparation, proofreading, and organization of case materials</li><li>Ensure filings and documents meet court-specific formatting and procedural requirements</li><li>Utilize firm systems for document management and billing support (Clio, MS Office)</li></ul>
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

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

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