<p>Reputable law firm is seeking a Litigation Paralegal ideally with eDiscovery experience to join their team in Sacramento, California. This role is crucial in enhancing our legal operations and involves managing electronically stored information (eDiscovery), preparing for trials, and conducting legal research. As a Paralegal, you will get the chance to work closely with our legal team and utilize cutting-edge eDiscovery platforms. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience + a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefit.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Manage and analyze discovery documents for legal procedures</p><p>• Conduct comprehensive legal research and assist in case management</p><p>• Utilize eDiscovery platforms and tools to review, organize, and analyze documents</p><p>• Draft legal documents and prepare for trials, ensuring all details are accurate and well-researched</p><p>• Comply with the regulations outlined in CA’s Business and Professions Code 6450</p><p>• Utilize case management software to maintain updated and accurate records</p><p>• Ensure efficient and accurate processing of billing functions</p><p>• Leverage your civil litigation experience to support legal processes</p><p>• Prepare for trials by reviewing and organizing necessary documents</p><p>• Use your eDiscovery skills to review and manage electronically stored information.</p>
We are looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our detail-oriented services team in Sacramento, California. This role supports a busy litigation practice and offers an excellent benefits package, including health coverage and a 401(K) profit-sharing plan. The position provides flexibility with a hybrid schedule following an initial in-office period.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and maintain attorney calendars, including tracking deadlines and coordinating schedules using a master calendar system.<br>• Open and close client matters while creating and maintaining comprehensive client profiles.<br>• Draft and format various legal documents, letters, and memoranda, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.<br>• Conduct e-filing of court documents, adhering to local, state, and federal court rules.<br>• Prepare and organize discovery materials, motions, deposition notices, subpoenas, and trial binders.<br>• Assist in the preparation of exhibits and trial or hearing documentation.<br>• Support attorneys in managing cases from inception through trial, providing administrative and litigation assistance.<br>• Generate expense reports and maintain accurate records for billing purposes.
We are looking for a dedicated and organized Paralegal to join our team in Sacramento, California. In this role, you will manage legal cases, ensuring smooth communication and coordination between clients, neutrals, and internal teams. Your expertise will contribute to the efficient handling of mediation, arbitration, and private judging cases from initiation to resolution.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee case files for mediation, arbitration, and private judging, ensuring timely progress and resolution.<br>• Coordinate schedules and communication with neutrals to facilitate smooth legal proceedings.<br>• Apply legal terminology and processes effectively to maintain accuracy and compliance.<br>• Handle billing, retainer assessments, and client communications with attention to detail.<br>• Identify and resolve issues as they arise, collaborating with team leaders and consultants.<br>• Uphold internal service standards and best practices in all case management activities.<br>• Participate in team training sessions, check-ins, and meetings to stay informed and aligned with organizational goals.
<p>A highly regarded boutique law firm in Walnut Creek is seeking an experienced Trusts & Estates Paralegal to support its lead partner in a busy and sophisticated Trust & Estates practice. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity offering long-term stability, excellent culture, and competitive compensation and benefits upon hire.</p><p><br></p><p>This role is ideal for a paralegal who enjoys working independently, taking ownership of matters, and being part of a bright, collaborative team.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities: </u></strong></p><p><strong>Trust Administration (Primary Focus)</strong></p><ul><li>Manage trust administration matters from start to finish</li><li>Prepare and track statutory trust notices (CA Probate Code §16061.7)</li><li>Coordinate asset collection, retitling, and trust funding</li><li>Communicate with beneficiaries, financial institutions, and CPAs</li><li>Prepare trust accountings, asset schedules, and distribution documents</li><li>Maintain compliance timelines and statutory deadlines</li><li>Draft routine correspondence and client communications</li></ul><p><strong>Trust & Estates Support</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with pleadings, discovery, and routine motions</li><li>Manage document collection and production</li><li>Prepare exhibits, binders, and mediation materials</li><li>Coordinate subpoenas, depositions, and filings</li><li>E-file in California courts and maintain litigation calendars</li><li>Organize and summarize financial and trust records for attorney review</li></ul><p><strong>Estate Planning / Transactional Support (as needed)</strong></p><ul><li>Assemble estate planning document sets</li><li>Assist with trust amendments and restatements</li><li>Coordinate execution and notarization of documents</li><li>Track post-signing trust funding follow-up</li></ul><p><strong>Probate (Nice to Have, Not Required)</strong></p><ul><li>Exposure to probate filings, notices, and accountings is a plus, but not required</li><li>Willingness to assist with probate matters as needed</li></ul>
Essential Job Duties:<br><br>Secretarial, word processing, and legal administrative support for multiple partners and associate attorneys in a variety of practice areas.<br>Create, revise, and format legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and forms from handwritten drafts, notes, or dictation. Apply track changes, formatting, and styles; edit, label, and redact documents; compare documents using document comparison software and produce redlined versions; ability to produce TOA and TOC<br>Proofread documents for spelling, grammatical, typographical, and formatting errors<br>Experience with E-filing in both State and Federal courts<br>Assist attorneys with special projects and other general administrative duties.<br>Schedule and calendar meetings, depositions, hearings, and court reporters.<br>Perform legal calendaring<br>Assist with the opening and closing of matters<br>Interact with clients, visitors, attorneys, and staff via telephone and email<br>Qualifications:<br><br>3+ years of experience as a litigation legal secretary within a law firm environment<br>Ability to support multiple attorneys in a fast-paced environment<br>Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask<br>Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills<br>Ability to take direction and work independently with little or no supervision, as well as part of a team<br>Ability to handle complex assignments and complete projects under tight deadlines, must be able to adapt to changing priorities quickly<br>Strong commitment to client service<br>Must be a team player<br>Excellent attention to detail and proofreading skills<br>Ability to work overtime on an occasional basis<br>Minimum Requirements:<br><br>High School diploma or GED, required<br>3+ years of litigation experience required<br>Strong knowledge with Office 365 and Adobe Acrobat or FoxIt PDF<br>Experience with a Document Management System such as IManage, Filesite, NetDocs<br>Candidate must be able to work 5 days in the office for the first 90 days, and then a hybrid work schedule of 3 days in the office
<p>Reputable family law firm is seeking an Attorney to join their team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work in the family law industry, managing multiple tasks simultaneously and developing your skills with seasoned attorneys. This role involves executing case strategies, managing high-level cases, communicating effectively, and participating in business development and networking functions. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefits.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Execute case strategy with senior attorneys, paralegals, and support staff</p><p>• Manage high-level/high asset cases, including preparation for depositions and reviewing court documents</p><p>• Draft letters, write and review discovery, and prepare responses to opposing counsel</p><p>• Generate status reports and manage multiple tasks simultaneously</p><p>• Support case planning by preparing pleadings, monitoring discovery responses, and organizing materials for case review</p><p>• Communicate effectively with clients and opposing counsel to progress through the case process</p><p>• Participate in trial proceedings and work with support staff in organizing evidence, preparing exhibits, scheduling witnesses, and ensuring witness readiness</p><p>• Attend court proceedings in person and virtually as needed to represent clients</p><p>• Participate in business development and networking functions</p><p>• Utilize proficiency with MS Office, Outlook, and other legal-related technology applications to accomplish tasks.</p>
We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join our team in Rocklin, California. This Contract to permanent position is ideal for someone with a strong background in legal administrative tasks and a meticulous mindset. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting legal operations and ensuring efficiency in daily processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and submit electronic court filings accurately and in compliance with legal procedures.<br>• Manage and maintain calendars to ensure deadlines and appointments are met efficiently.<br>• Draft and edit legal documents based on dictation and other instructions.<br>• Organize and track case files to ensure accessibility and proper documentation.<br>• Coordinate with attorneys and other legal staff to facilitate smooth workflow.<br>• Handle incoming calls and correspondence with attention to detail.<br>• Conduct research to assist with case preparation and legal proceedings.<br>• Maintain confidentiality and uphold ethical standards in all tasks.<br>• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of reports and legal filings.<br>• Provide administrative support in managing office operations and supplies.
<p>We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join our team in Lodi, California. As part of a long-term contract position, you will play a vital role in supporting attorneys with civil litigation tasks, including insurance defense. This role requires someone who is meticulous, adept at managing deadlines, preparing legal documents, and maintaining accurate schedules using manual calendaring.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, and other legal documents with precision.</p><p>• Manage legal calendars, ensuring deadlines for State and Federal filings are met.</p><p>• Coordinate depositions, meetings, and appointments for attorneys.</p><p>• Transcribe dictation and type legal correspondence and documentation.</p><p>• Handle subpoena requests for medical and business records.</p><p>• Monitor upcoming deadlines and remind attorneys of key tasks and commitments.</p><p>• Conduct e-filing and manage court filings in compliance with local rules.</p><p>• Maintain organization and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced legal environment.</p><p>• Support attorneys with civil litigation processes, including insurance defense.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced litigation attorney to join a well-respected law firm in Walnut Creek, California. The firm specializes in construction, real estate litigation, and contract disputes. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex cases in a collaborative environment where your writing, analytical, and verbal skills will be highly valued. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience + a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefit.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Represent clients in construction claims, general real estate litigation matters, and contract disputes.</p><p>• Conduct thorough discovery processes, including drafting and responding to written discovery requests.</p><p>• Take and defend depositions, including those involving percipient and expert witnesses.</p><p>• Assist in trial and arbitration proceedings as part of a litigation team.</p><p>• Prepare legal briefs, motions, and other necessary court documents.</p><p>• Develop and implement effective litigation strategies to achieve favorable outcomes.</p><p>• Collaborate with colleagues, including attorneys and paralegals, to ensure efficient case management.</p><p>• Maintain client relationships and provide clear communication on case progress and expectations.</p>
