15 results for Paralegal in San Diego, CA

Paralegal

San Diego, CA
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Permanent
85000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Paralegal to join our team in San Diego, California. In this role, you will provide comprehensive support to attorneys handling employment litigation cases, including large-scale class action lawsuits. This position offers an opportunity to work closely with experienced legal professionals in a collaborative and dynamic environment. Responsibilities: • Manage employment litigation cases from initiation through trial, ensuring all aspects of case management are handled efficiently. • Support attorneys in handling class action lawsuits, coordinating efforts with senior legal professionals. • Conduct discovery activities, including summarizing depositions and preparing related documentation. • Assist with drafting and filing motions and other legal documents. • Review and organize case-related documents to ensure accuracy and completeness. • Attend hearings and provide in-person support when necessary. • Collaborate with attorneys on case strategy and trial preparation. • Maintain detailed records using case management software. • Ensure compliance with legal procedures and deadlines. • Provide administrative support as needed to facilitate smooth case progression.
2026-03-18T00:00:00Z

Sr. Paralegal

San Diego, CA
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Temporary
35 - 38 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Paralegal to join our team in San Diego, California. This contract position offers the opportunity to work on a hybrid schedule, combining litigation and transactional responsibilities to support high-value financial service matters. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in commercial litigation, trial preparation, and transactional support for mergers and acquisitions and corporate entity formation. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide high‑level paralegal support in commercial and business litigation matters, including contract disputes, business torts, partnership disputes, and related claims</li><li>Manage litigation tasks across all phases of a case, from pre‑suit investigation through discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, and resolution</li><li>Draft, proofread, and finalize pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, and settlement‑related documents</li><li>Maintain and monitor litigation calendars, ensuring compliance with court rules, scheduling orders, and statutory deadlines</li><li>Prepare and file documents in California state and federal courts, including familiarity with electronic filing systems and local rules</li><li>Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files, ensuring accuracy, accessibility, and confidentiality</li><li>Collaborate effectively with attorneys during motion practice and trial preparation, including preparing trial binders, exhibit lists, and witness files</li><li>Serve as a detail oriented point of contact with clients, opposing counsel, vendors, and court personnel on assigned matters</li><li>Support attorneys with factual and procedural research relevant to commercial litigation issues</li><li>Contribute immediately to active matters with minimal training, demonstrating efficiency, adaptability, and sound litigation judgment</li></ul>
2026-03-27T00:00:00Z

Corporate Paralegal

San Diego, CA
remote
Temporary
52 - 60 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to support a healthcare organization's corporate governance update on a contract basis. The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience working with professional corporations (PCs) and/or medical corporate governance, particularly involving hospitals and specialty medical groups. This project involves assisting with the review, revision, and cleanup of corporate governance documents, including shareholder bylaws, stock purchase agreements, and shareholder voting records. Key Responsibilities:<ol><li>Review and revise shareholder bylaws to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with current organizational needs.</li><li>Assist in updating or rewriting stock purchase agreements, including organization, clarity, and consistency of terms.</li><li>Identify, research, and help resolve shareholder voting issues and historical governance inconsistencies.</li><li>Ensure governance documents conform to applicable California corporate and professional corporation requirements.</li><li>Organize and clean up corporate minute books, shareholder records, and related documentation as needed.</li><li>Collaborate with the client’s legal and executive leadership to ensure all revisions reflect intended structure and decision-making protocols.</li><li>Provide recommendations for best practices in ongoing governance and document maintenance.</li></ol>
2026-03-20T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

San Diego, CA
onsite
Permanent
75000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a dedicated Legal Secretary to join an established firm in San Diego, California. This role involves providing comprehensive support to attorneys, primarily focusing on litigation and some transactional tasks. The ideal candidate will bring professionalism, strong organizational skills, and a keen attention to detail. Responsibilities:• Provide administrative support to a team of attorneys, with a primary focus on assisting two partners.• Prepare and manage legal documents, including pleadings, discovery materials, and transactional paperwork.• Coordinate and maintain calendars using Outlook to schedule meetings, deadlines, and court dates.• Conduct transcription and dictation tasks accurately and efficiently.• Organize and oversee document management processes to ensure accessibility and accuracy.• Perform e-filing for both state and federal courts in California.• Proofread and edit legal documents for accuracy and grammar.• Utilize word processing tools to draft and format documents as needed.• Ensure effective communication and collaboration with attorneys and support staff to meet deadlines.
2026-03-17T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

San Diego, CA
onsite
Permanent
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
LEGAL SECRETARY ROLE - FULLY ON SITE IN DOWNTOWN SAN DIEGO About the RoleThis firm is seeking a polished, detail‑oriented Legal Secretary with strong litigation experience in California state and federal courts. This role supports multiple attorneys with a balanced caseload and offers stability, strong mentorship, and an excellent work environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare, format, and revise legal documents (pleadings, motions, discovery, TOAs/TOCs)</li><li>E‑file in state and federal courts (California and Federal CM/ECF)</li><li>Maintain attorney calendars, deadlines, and reminders (CompuLaw or firm system; training offered)</li><li>Schedule hearings, depositions, mediations, and client meetings</li><li>Handle document management, proofreading, redlining, and administrative support</li><li>Process expenses, time entries, and assist with billing as needed</li><li>Provide reliable support for trial prep, filings, and case logistics</li></ul>Compensation & Benefits<ul><li>Salary: $85K–$105K DOE</li><li>Schedule: 40‑hour week; onsite or hybrid depending on firm</li><li>Benefits: Medical/dental/vision, 401(k), PTO, paid holidays</li><li>Perks: Paid parking, professional development, supportive firm culture</li></ul>
2026-03-24T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary (Estate Planning)

San Diego, CA
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary specializing in Estate Planning to join our team in San Diego, California. This Contract to permanent position offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic legal practice focused on estate planning, trust administration, and probate matters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing legal documentation and deadlines, along with proficiency in relevant software tools. Responsibilities: • Prepare and manage legal documents related to estate planning, trust administration, and probate cases. • Maintain and organize case files, ensuring all documents are properly filed and accessible. • Monitor and track court deadlines and appointments, updating calendars accordingly. • Coordinate e-filing and court filings, ensuring accurate and timely submission. • Support attorneys by preparing correspondence and other legal documentation. • Assist with client communication and scheduling meetings. • Utilize document management systems like iManage and Microsoft Office Suite to streamline workflows. • Ensure compliance with legal procedures and standards, including estate planning and probate requirements. • Notarize documents when applicable, if you hold a California Notary certification. • Provide administrative support to attorneys handling corporate transactions.
2026-03-18T00:00:00Z

Litigation Assistant

San Diego, CA
onsite
Permanent
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
A well-established, full-service law firm in Downtown San Diego is seeking a litigation assistant. This desk will focus on business litigation - in both state and federal court. This firm has an excellent reputation in the San Diego legal community, and the role will support 3 attorneys. Responsibilities:o e-filing in state and federal courts (using OneLegal)o maintaining and updating 2-3 attorney calendarso preparing exhibit and trial/hearing binderso typing and preparing pleadings including proofreading Perks of Company:· RHL has placed two legal assistants in the last year who are happy!· Many employees have strong tenure and stick around · Every other month or so, the firm sponsors lunches to celebrate milestones· Fancy Christmas party at a steakhouse downtown · Transportation allowance · This role boasts a 7.5 hour work day!
2026-02-28T00:00:00Z

Litigation Assistant

San Diego, CA
onsite
Permanent
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
A prestigious AmLaw 200 law firm is seeking a Litigation Assistant to join their growing team. This Litigation Assistant must have experience in one of the following areas: bankruptcy, commercial, or family litigation, and should be fluent in eFiling in those corresponding courts. Litigation Assistants who speak Spanish are strongly encouraged to apply! The top end of the pay range is reserved for bilingual Litigation Assistants. Responsibilities of Role: · Supporting three partners: one corporate bankruptcy, one commercial litigation, and one family law. <ul><li>E-filing in corresponding courts (directly, not with an attorney service - please do not apply if you've only eFiled using an attorney service)</li><li>Formating pleadings</li><li>Completing discovery shells</li><li>Drafting correspondence</li><li>Knowing civil rules well enough to double check docketed litigation deadlines and putting on attorney's calendars</li></ul>· Billable requirement: Litigation Assistants bill 800 hours a year. Their work is mostly administrative, but they bill for things like discovery requests. A paralegal certification or attestation is preferred, but not required· Software: Dictation in Big Hand. Document management in iManage. Entering time inTapp. Expense reports in Chrome River. Perks of Company:· Size and prestige: they are AmLaw 200, so large enough to have tons of resources for practice growth, professional development, and have a wide variety of clients. Yet we “know everybody’s name on the email list!”· The last legal assistant I placed has been there almost two years and loves it! · This litigation assistant’s manager is in the SD legal secretary association board, super connected, and a great teacher.· Parking is paid for in the building, beautiful suite.
2026-02-28T00:00:00Z

Estate Planning Legal Secretary

San Diego, CA
onsite
Permanent
55000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Estate Planning Legal Secretary to join our team in San Diego, California. This role is ideal for someone with a keen eye for detail and a background in estate planning, probate, and corporate documentation. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting attorneys, managing documents, and ensuring smooth office operations. Responsibilities:• Prepare and manage legal documents related to estate planning, probate, and corporate matters.• Schedule and coordinate appointments, meetings, and deadlines through effective calendar management.• Draft correspondence for attorneys with precision and attention to detail.• Assist in the preparation and filing of forms for trusts, estates, and related legal proceedings. Perks of Company:· The managing partner, was named by San Diego Business Journal Top 50 Over 50 Women of Influence last year.· The partners eat lunch with the file clerks – very congenial atmosphere.· Regular potlucks and holiday parties.· Attorneys coach each other’s kids’ soccer and baseball games.· Actively in a growth phase - it’s a time of opportunity at the firm.· Firm has systems, processes, and procedures in places (including manuals on how to do things like submit a reimbursement). It’s easy to assimilate! · No yellers/screamers/bullies tolerated! Pay is contingent upon experience in estate planning law and stability on the resume. The firm also boasts comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision, 401K, flexible spending accounts, EAPs, life insurance, and PTO.
2026-03-11T00:00:00Z

Litigation Legal Secretary

San Diego, CA
onsite
Permanent
68000 - 86000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join our team in San Diego, California. This role requires expertise in employment law or insurance defense civil litigation, The ideal candidate will know CA civil codes & procedures extremely well, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. Responsibilities:o Supporting three attorneyso Document management in iManage and Essential Formso Court filing in state and federal courtso Calendaringo Word processing / formatting pleadings and preparing shells, including TOAs/TOCso Prepping exhibits for depositions and trialo Preparing judicial council forms o Knowledge of labor and employment is a plus, but the desk will also support business litigation and insurance defense Perks of Company:· The managing partner, was named by San Diego Business Journal Top 50 Over 50 Women of Influence last year.· The partners eat lunch with the file clerks – very congenial atmosphere.· Regular potlucks and holiday parties.· Attorneys coach each other’s kids’ soccer and baseball games.· Actively in a growth phase - it’s a time of opportunity at the firm.· Firm has systems, processes, and procedures in places (including manuals on how to do things like submit a reimbursement). It’s easy to assimilate!· No yellers/screamers/bullies tolerated! Pay is contingent upon experience in civil litigation, ideally employment law or insurance defense, and stability on the resume. The firm also boasts comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision, 401K, flexible spending accounts, EAPs, life insurance, and PTO.
2026-03-11T00:00:00Z

Real Estate Legal Assistant

San Diego, CA
onsite
Permanent
80000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
A well-established, full-service law firm in Downtown San Diego is seeking a transactional legal secretary. This firm has an excellent reputation in the San Diego legal community, and the role will support a real estate partner. Please do not apply if you've never worked in a law firm handling real estate transactional work. The attorneys require this experience. Responsibilities:• Prepare transactional real estate documents such as purchase & sale agreements, escrow documents, and corporate formation materials - prior experience in this transactional practice area is a must!• Monitor and manage the attorney's calendar (including providing regular reminders of deadlines)• Draft and redline contracts such as commercial leases• Compose correspondence and manage email communication with attorney clients• Check for potential conflicts of interest with clients• Work with title companies on preliminary title reports and escrow closings• Prepare and distribute meeting minutes from annual meetings• Handle the process of sending out contracts for signature via DocuSign• Assist in the preparation of closing binders for real estate transactions• Conduct research to obtain statements of information from Secretary of State website for various entities• Process client invoices Transactional legal secretaries with knowledge of AIA, AIR, and CAR are strongly encouraged to apply! Pay is contingent upon fluency with the duties above. For a candidate who checks all the boxes above, a six-figure salary may be plausible.
2026-02-28T00:00:00Z

Staff Attorney

San Diego, CA
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Temporary
30 - 32 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a dedicated Staff Attorney to join our team in San Diego, California. In this long-term contract role, you will play a vital part in advocating for vulnerable individuals and supporting them through complex legal processes. This position offers a hybrid work environment, combining remote flexibility with some onsite responsibilities. Responsibilities: • Advocate for clients seeking restraining orders, ensuring their rights are protected and their cases are effectively presented. • Provide legal guidance and support to survivors, including interpreting legal documents and accompanying them to court proceedings. • Assist with administrative tasks and offer expertise in legal interpretations to streamline case handling. • Train and mentor new team members to enhance their understanding of legal processes and client advocacy. • Collaborate with nonprofit organizations to align legal services with social justice initiatives. • Support grant-related activities and ensure compliance with nonprofit operational standards. • Work closely with the Director of Legal Services to address client needs and operational goals. • Adapt to an evolving hybrid work schedule that may include increased onsite presence for training or operational requirements. • Maintain compliance with federal fingerprinting and clearance processes to ensure smooth onboarding.
2026-03-25T00:00:00Z

Administrative Assistant

Solana Beach, CA
onsite
Temporary
23 - 27 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with a fast‑growing real estate development and investment firm in San Diego that is looking to hire a polished, proactive Administrative Assistant to support executives, property teams, and project managers. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment where each day brings new tasks related to property operations, investor communications, project milestones, and administrative coordination. You’ll be the organizational backbone for a highly collaborative team — managing calendars, preparing lease files, assisting with due diligence packets, coordinating property tours, and supporting both the office and field teams. If you enjoy a mix of corporate support and light real estate operations, this is a fantastic long-term home. What You’ll Do<ul><li>Manage calendars, meetings, and travel arrangements for executives and property leaders</li><li>Prepare and maintain lease files, tenant documents, vendor contracts, and compliance records</li><li>Support onboarding of new tenants, move-in packages, insurance documentation, and contact updates</li><li>Assist with project documentation, permitting files, and city/county submissions</li><li>Coordinate investor reports, meeting materials, and internal presentations</li><li>Help monitor key deadlines related to lease renewals, options, notices, and property milestones</li><li>Update and maintain CRM, tenant lists, and property management software</li><li>Support accounts payable tasks: invoice coding, approvals routing, and vendor onboarding</li><li>Greet visitors, manage reception duties, and assist with office operations</li></ul>
2026-03-03T00:00:00Z

Administrative Assistant

San Diego, CA
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
22 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a dedicated Administrative Assistant to join our team in San Diego, California. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in ensuring smooth office operations, supporting leadership, and maintaining a welcoming and detail-oriented environment for staff and visitors. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic setting and demonstrates exceptional organizational and communication skills. Responsibilities:• Greet and check in visitors, oversee front-door access, and ensure a positive reception experience.• Manage and respond to communications in a shared inbox, routing inquiries as necessary.• Maintain team calendars, schedules, and action items to support alignment and timely progress.• Track and order office supplies, ensuring inventory is consistently stocked and organized.• Organize weekly in-office events, including planning, setup, ordering items, and post-event clean-up.• Prepare welcome kits for new employees, including equipment and branded materials.• Provide administrative support to leadership and various departments as needed.• Act as the primary point of contact for day-to-day office operations and general assistance.• Uphold confidentiality and sound judgment in all interactions with staff.• Ensure all tasks are completed with precision and attention to detail.
2026-03-19T00:00:00Z

Administrative Assistant

Carlsbad, CA
onsite
Temporary
22.5 - 24.5 USD / Hourly
A rapidly growing biotech company in Carlsbad is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support daily operations, team coordination, and executive scheduling. This role offers exposure to a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment and is ideal for candidates who are highly organized and detail-oriented. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage calendars, meetings, and internal scheduling</li><li>Coordinate cross-functional team communications</li><li>Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation</li><li>Assist with project tracking and administrative workflows</li><li>Maintain organized records and internal systems</li><li>Support leadership with day-to-day administrative tasks</li></ul>
2026-03-23T00:00:00Z