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Civil Litigation Associate

San Francisco, CA
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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>
2026-06-29T00:00:00Z

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>
2026-06-30T00:00:00Z

Litigation Assistant

Redwood City, CA
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Temporary / Contract
38 - 44 USD / Hourly
Regional law firm has an immediate opening for a Litigation Assistant to join a busy legal team in Redwood City, California. This Litigation Assistant supports attorneys and legal staff handling class action defense, complex litigation, and intellectual property litigation matters. The position is ideal for someone who brings strong litigation support experience, thrives in a deadline-driven environment, and can manage both case-related and office coordination tasks with accuracy and professionalism. This is an on-site role requiring full-time work in Redwood City, CA. Responsibilities:• Provide day-to-day litigation support to attorneys and legal staff within a shared support structure, helping maintain efficient workflow across active matters.• Prepare, file, and track court submissions through federal and state e-filing systems, including PACER, while ensuring documents meet procedural requirements and deadlines.• Maintain case calendars by monitoring court dates, filing deadlines, meetings, and other critical milestones using calendaring software such as JuraLaw or CompuLaw.• Draft, format, revise, and organize legal documents using Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat, and related tools, with close attention to style, accuracy, and presentation.• Manage electronic files and case records within document management platforms such as iManage to support easy retrieval and proper version control.• Respond promptly and professionally to requests from attorneys and clients, providing reliable administrative and litigation-related assistance.• Coordinate office support activities and help keep daily operations running smoothly in a fast-paced legal setting.• Prioritize multiple assignments independently, follow through on deadlines, and collaborate with colleagues to support shared team goals.
2026-07-08T00:00:00Z

Litigation Paralegal

San Mateo, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
50 - 60 USD / Hourly
Boutique law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support active civil litigation matters with remote work flexibility. This Litigation Paralegal will contribute to document-intensive cases through the full litigation lifecycle including drafting documents, discovery management, and preparing materials for hearings and trial. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, a detail-oriented approach, and the ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment. Experience supporting appellate matters at the state level is valued, though it is not required. This position can be 100% remote or on-site, depending on your preferences. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of California-based civil litigation experience in a paralegal support capacity. Responsibilities:• Manage case files, maintain organized matter documentation, and track deadlines across multiple civil litigation matters.• Review, analyze, and categorize large volumes of documents to support discovery responses, case strategy, and trial readiness.• Prepare exhibits, witness materials, hearing binders, and other case-related documents for depositions, hearings, and trial proceedings.• Draft, format, and finalize legal documents such as pleadings, subpoenas, discovery materials, and correspondence for attorney review.• Coordinate court filings and service of process while ensuring compliance with applicable procedural rules and deadlines.• Utilize case management software to monitor activity, update matter status, and maintain accurate litigation records.• Assist attorneys with factual research, chronology development, and compilation of supporting materials for case preparation.• Provide additional support on appellate filings and record organization for state-level appeals when needed.
2026-07-09T00:00:00Z

Litigation Paralegal

San Jose, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 45 USD / Hourly
A boutique law firm in Watsonville is seeking a Contract Litigation Paralegal to support a busy civil litigation practice. This role will focus on a variety of matters, including personal injury, motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall claims, tort litigation, and elder abuse cases. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, able to work independently, and experienced in managing civil litigation matters from intake through trial preparation. Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist attorneys with all phases of civil litigation and case management.</li><li>Draft, proofread, and file pleadings, discovery requests, motions, and correspondence.</li><li>Manage case files, calendars, deadlines, and court filings.</li><li>Coordinate the collection, review, and organization of medical records and case documents.</li><li>Prepare discovery responses, document productions, and deposition materials.</li><li>Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, courts, medical providers, and experts.</li><li>Support trial preparation, including exhibit organization, witness coordination, and trial binders.</li><li>Conduct legal and factual research as needed.</li></ul>
2026-07-02T00:00:00Z

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>
2026-07-09T00:00:00Z

Litigation Legal Secretary

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary to Hire
30 - 38 USD / Hourly
Our client, a highly respected San Francisco law firm specializing in land use, environmental, and public interest litigation, is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary to join their team on a contract basis with the potential for long-term conversion based on mutual fit. This hybrid opportunity requires just 1–2 days per week onsite in the firm's San Francisco office and offers the opportunity to support attorneys handling complex land use, environmental, and public interest litigation before California state and federal courts and administrative agencies.The ideal candidate will bring a strong litigation support background with the ability to independently manage California state and federal court filings, litigation calendaring, deadline management, advanced legal document production, and attorney support across multiple active matters. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing high-level litigation support with firm administration, including attorney timekeeping, billing support, agency docket monitoring, and special projects, while working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Calendar litigation deadlines, schedule hearings, and coordinate attorney logistics across multiple active matters.</li><li>Draft, proofread, format, and finalize pleadings, correspondence, motions, discovery, briefs, and other legal documents.</li><li>Prepare, electronically file, and serve documents in California state and federal courts while ensuring compliance with applicable court rules and filing procedures.</li><li>Generate Tables of Authorities (TOAs) and Tables of Contents (TOCs) utilizing advanced Microsoft Word styles and document formatting.</li><li>Maintain attorney timekeeping records, assist with billing administration, and support other litigation and administrative initiatives as needed.</li><li>Monitor agency agendas and dockets while supporting attorneys throughout all phases of litigation and administrative proceedings.</li><li>Assist with firm administrative initiatives, including MCLE compliance, RFP/RFQ responses, and other special projects.</li><li>Communicate with attorneys, courts, clients, agencies, and outside vendors while maintaini</li></ul>
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Litigation Legal Secretary

Mill Valley, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is recruiting a Litigation Secretary for a highly regarded plaintiff-side personal injury and civil rights litigation law firm in the North Bay. The Legal Secretary will play a pivotal role in keeping the office functioning efficiently, assisting the partners with court filings, coordinating meetings, maintaining electronic case files, and working with clients to gather information and documents for discovery. A good candidate is organized, diligent, can work both independently and as part of a team, and is passionate about helping individual and family clients achieve justice and full recovery. Principle responsibilities:• Format, proofread, and finalize detailed correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents;• File pleadings with both state and Federal trial courts;• Work with paralegal to prepare and serve discovery;• Process and handle incoming subpoenas and obtain medical records;• Communicate with clients in person, over the phone, and via email;• Create and maintain digital case files for each client;• Perform administrative duties, such as maintaining lawyers’ calendars, scheduling depositions and entering deadlines to the master calendar; and• Screen, process, direct, and prioritize incoming calls, emails, and mail. Desired qualifications:• 5+ year litigation legal assistant experience;• Knowledge of state and Federal (ECF) e-filing platforms, rules, and eDockets is preferred;• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English is a plus factor;• Good written (including editing and proofreading) and verbal communication skills;• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, incl. ability to handle multiple projects;• Strong time management skills to handle multiple tasks with competing deadlines efficiently; and• Solid office software, word processing, database maintenance, and internet research skills. This is a terrific direct-hire opportunity with some telecommute flexibility to work remotely part of the week. Our client is offering an annual base salary range of $75,000 – 100,000+/year, depending on experience, for a regular 35-hour workweek (7-hour workday). Some overtime available, but it’s not common. There is bonus compensation and some employment benefits including HMO medical insurance plan, commuter checks, disability insurance, 401k Plan after at least one years of service, and paid vacation and paid sick leave. The attorneys and the office are very friendly and is a nice place to work. For confidential consideration, please email resume to Jon Lucchese, VP & Sr. Recruiting Mgr. for Permanent Placement Services, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Pre-Litigation Attorney

Brentwood, CA
remote
Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
Our client is looking for a skilled Pre-Litigation Attorney to join their team. This role involves managing personal injury cases from intake through settlement, ensuring efficient resolution while maximizing case value. The ideal candidate will possess strong negotiation skills and a deep understanding of pre-litigation processes, contributing to a collaborative and results-driven environment. Responsibilities:• Handle a high-volume caseload of personal injury cases from intake through settlement.• Assess liability, damages, and overall case value to develop strategic approaches.• Guide clients through treatment plans and the progression of their cases.• Collect, review, and organize medical records, bills, and supporting documents.• Prepare and submit detailed demand packages to insurance carriers.• Conduct settlement negotiations to resolve cases effectively prior to litigation.• Identify cases requiring escalation to litigation and oversee a seamless transition.• Maintain consistent communication with clients and internal teams to ensure case updates.• Collaborate with support staff to optimize case outcomes and efficiency.
2026-07-02T00:00:00Z

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
2026-07-02T00:00:00Z

Personal Injury Associate Attorney

Oakland, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
140000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Personal Injury Associate Attorney to join a plaintiff-focused law firm serving injured clients in Oakland, California. This role is well suited for a licensed California attorney with at least two years of experience who can independently manage active matters and help move cases toward resolution or trial. The position offers the flexibility of primarily remote work, along with periodic travel for litigation events and in-person proceedings. Responsibilities: • Manage plaintiff-side personal injury matters from initial review through resolution, maintaining momentum across each stage of litigation. • Evaluate case files, develop legal strategy, and advance claims with a strong focus on building matters for trial readiness. • Take and defend depositions, gather testimony, and use discovery tools to strengthen case development. • Prepare motions, pleadings, and other litigation documents with clear legal analysis and persuasive writing. • Appear for hearings, site visits, trials, and related proceedings as needed in various jurisdictions throughout California. • Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and other parties to support effective case progression and client service. • Assess liability, damages, and evidentiary issues to help maximize outcomes for injured clients. • Work independently in a small-firm setting while contributing to high-quality representation across an active caseload.
2026-07-02T00:00:00Z

Employment Litigation Attorney

San Ramon, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
185000 - 220000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Employment Litigation Attorney to join a legal team serving clients in San Ramon, California. This role focuses on advising and representing employers and employees across a wide range of workplace disputes, combining strong litigation capability with practical legal counsel. The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of employment law and can navigate sensitive matters involving compliance, contracts, workplace policies, and contested personnel actions with sound judgment and professionalism. Responsibilities: • Represent clients in employment-related disputes involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage and hour matters, and whistleblower allegations. • Provide legal guidance on drafting, reviewing, and enforcing employment agreements, severance terms, and independent contractor arrangements. • Assess workplace policies and personnel practices to help clients maintain compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws. • Advise employers on employee classification issues to reduce exposure to regulatory penalties, audits, and related claims. • Support clients through workforce changes, including reorganizations, reductions in force, and separation matters, while identifying legal risks. • Review employment contracts and workplace conditions to determine fairness, enforceability, and compliance with applicable legal standards. • Defend clients in disputes involving contractual breaches, grievance procedures, due process concerns, and involuntary dismissal claims. • Counsel businesses on employment matters involving foreign workers, employee relations, and equal employment opportunity obligations.
2026-07-02T00:00:00Z

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

Trust Litigation Attorney

San Mateo, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
130000 - 170000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Litigation Associate to join our team in San Mateo, California. In this role, you will manage various aspects of civil litigation cases, from initial analysis to trial preparation, while collaborating with partners and other associates to deliver exceptional legal services. The ideal candidate will possess strong litigation experience, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Responsibilities: • Conduct initial case evaluations, including analysis of claims and investigation files. • Draft and review pleadings, motions, and other legal documents, with a focus on summary judgment motions. • Prepare and respond to discovery requests, including interrogatories, requests for production, and deposition notices. • Take and defend depositions, including preparation of clients and witnesses. • Represent clients at case management conferences, hearings, and other court proceedings. • Perform legal research and draft points and authorities, declarations, and case briefs. • Collaborate with paralegals, client service coordinators, and other team members to ensure efficient file management. • Provide written status updates on case progress and develop litigation strategies. • Handle public entity defense cases, including matters involving dangerous conditions, negligence, and civil rights issues. • Support trial preparation, including evidence gathering, witness coordination, and budget planning.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant to provide comprehensive support to attorneys and ensure the efficient operation of legal cases and firm processes. This role requires a proactive individual who excels in managing legal documentation, scheduling, correspondence, and trial preparation. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and a deep understanding of litigation procedures. Responsibilities: • Open and close legal cases by obtaining necessary contracts, authorizations, and case details, and ensure proper documentation is circulated. • Draft, prepare, and send legal correspondence, including communications with clients and other relevant parties. • Coordinate travel arrangements for attorneys and manage incoming mail and service documents appropriately. • Order and organize investigation reports and medical records for case files. • Transcribe dictation promptly and maintain attorney calendars for appointments, depositions, and court schedules. • Create, maintain, and organize both physical and electronic case files, ensuring all documents are saved and routed correctly. • Prepare and file complaints, motions, and other pleadings in state and federal courts, adhering to deadlines and filing requirements. • Schedule court appearances, depositions, and client meetings, arranging for interpreters or videographers when necessary. • Assist in trial preparation by organizing trial binders, exhibits, and other materials, and coordinating expert witnesses and jury instructions. • Manage discovery processes, ensuring timely receipt and distribution to attorneys, paralegals, and clients.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

Berkeley, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant to join our team in Berkeley, California. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic plaintiff IP firm by supporting various administrative, legal, and organizational tasks. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and bring versatility to a team-oriented office setting. Responsibilities: • Manage reception duties, including answering phones and greeting visitors with professionalism. • Coordinate court filings and handle e-filing processes accurately and efficiently. • Support civil litigation tasks through calendar management and scheduling. • Assist with administrative responsibilities such as document organization and office setup. • Perform light paralegal duties as required, including aiding in litigation preparation. • Maintain organized records and ensure timely updates to legal documents. • Collaborate with attorneys and staff to meet deadlines and client needs. • Provide general office support to ensure smooth daily operations. • Handle correspondence and communication with courts and clients. • Adapt to a variety of tasks, combining administrative, secretarial, and paralegal work.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

San Francisco, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
Legal Assistant to join our team in San Francisco, California. Duties: <ul><li>Prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery materials. </li><li>TOCs and TOAs</li><li>Electronic and paper filing </li><li>Prepare binders and document production </li><li>Provide administrative assistance on complex litigation processes and deadlines</li><li>Support attorneys with time management tasks, time entry and billing coordination </li></ul>
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

Burlingame, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a dependable Legal Assistant to support a trusts and estates practice in Burlingame, California. This position plays an important role in keeping client files, correspondence, and administrative workflows organized for a group of paralegals. The right candidate is comfortable handling recurring processes, communicating clearly, and maintaining a high level of accuracy in a structured office environment. Responsibilities: • Manage daily incoming and outgoing mail by sorting materials, preparing correspondence, and ensuring timely distribution to the appropriate team members. • Create, update, and maintain organized paper and digital client files, including document intake, scanning, indexing, and ongoing records upkeep. • Prepare documents for signature by reviewing formatting, completeness, and supporting materials before circulation. • Draft transmittal letters and other client-facing correspondence to send completed documents and related information. • Monitor certified mail activity, including receipt tracking and confirmation of delivery for important legal communications. • Support legal and administrative filings by coordinating check requests, lodging wills, recording deeds, and preparing proofs of service. • Assemble exhibits and backup documentation for petitions, tax filings, and other matters handled by the trusts and estates team. • Assist with post-recording follow-up by attaching confirmations, updating files, and sending final transmittal materials as needed.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

Oakland, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Workers Compensation Legal Assistant to support attorneys in a fast-paced law practice. This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, communicates effectively, and can manage multiple priorities with accuracy and professionalism. The role offers a primarily remote schedule, with weekly in-office attendance and initial onsite training for new hires. Responsibilities:• Oversee attorney schedules by tracking key dates, monitoring deadlines, and helping ensure timely case progression.• Arrange litigation-related events such as depositions, hearings, trials, and medical evaluations while coordinating with all relevant parties.• Build, update, and maintain well-organized client matter files so documents and case information remain complete and accessible.• Prepare clear and accurate written communications for external contacts, including counsel, insurance representatives, witnesses, and service providers.• Draft legal documents and supporting materials for court submission, including pleadings and electronic filings.• Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence and mail, ensuring timely distribution and proper case documentation.• Provide day-to-day administrative and legal support to assigned attorneys across a range of case activities.• Participate in onsite training during the onboarding period and report to the office once each week thereafter.
2026-06-11T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

Oakland, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Legal Assistant to join our team in Oakland, California. This role requires expertise in civil litigation procedures and fluency in both English and Spanish. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proficient in legal document preparation, and possess excellent organizational and communication skills. Responsibilities: • Prepare and draft routine legal documents, including complaints, discovery materials, motions, and briefs. • Manage e-filing processes and ensure timely submission of court documents. • Coordinate and maintain legal calendars, including deadlines and court appearances. • Conduct thorough analysis and prioritization of legal tasks and projects. • Utilize Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat Pro efficiently to support legal operations. • Communicate effectively in English and Spanish to assist with bilingual legal needs. • Apply in-depth knowledge of California Superior Court civil litigation rules and procedures. • Ensure accuracy and compliance in all court filings and documentation. • Collaborate with attorneys and other team members to meet case deadlines and objectives.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

Burlingame, CA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
28 - 30 USD / Hourly
A Burlingame-based law firm is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented administrative professional with at least one year of law firm experience and strong document management and file administration skills to join the firm on a contract-to-hire basis. Supporting a team of primarily remote paralegals, this position requires someone who is comfortable working independently onsite, managing recurring processes with minimal supervision, and maintaining consistency across high-volume document and file management responsibilities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in legal administration within a stable, process-oriented law firm environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage daily document flow, including scanning, organizing, and filing incoming mail and client documents</li><li>Maintain physical and electronic client files, including file creation, organization, and ongoing file maintenance</li><li>Prepare and process outgoing correspondence and document transmittals</li><li>Finalize documents for signature, ensuring accuracy and completeness</li><li>Track certified mail receipts and delivery confirmations</li><li>Assemble exhibits and supporting documentation for legal filings, tax returns, and petitions</li><li>Coordinate administrative filings, including lodging wills and recording deeds</li><li>Prepare proofs of service and assist with post-recording document processing</li><li>Support file audits, document organization, and records management projects</li><li>Provide administrative support to a team of five paralegals, the majority of whom work remotely</li></ul>
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
29 - 35 USD / Hourly
A respected San Francisco law firm is seeking a Legal Assistant to support its busy Trusts & Estates / Estate Planning practice on a temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional with estate planning, trust administration, or general legal support experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The role is expected to run through at least October 2026, with the potential to become a long-term opportunity depending on business needs. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Support attorneys and paralegals in a high-volume Trusts & Estates practice</li><li>Prepare, process, and organize estate planning documents</li><li>Coordinate document execution, signatures, and client communications</li><li>Manage calendaring, deadlines, and scheduling for attorneys</li><li>Open and close client matters and maintain organized case files</li><li>Handle mailings, shipping packages, and other administrative support tasks</li><li>Assist with court filings and related procedural requirements</li><li>Compile, organize, and manage legal documentation</li></ul>
2026-07-08T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

Emeryville, CA
remote
Permanent / Full Time
31200 - 52000 USD / Yearly
Congenial law firm is seeking a REMOTE part-time Legal Assistant to join their Bay Area team. This role requires someone who is detail-oriented, with extensive experience in litigation support and a strong understanding of legal procedures. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing critical tasks efficiently. This role will ideally be 20-25 hours/week. The hourly range for this remote position would be $30-45/hr. Responsibilities:• Prepare and assemble motions, tables of contents, and tables of authorities with precision and accuracy.• Handle electronic court filings across various platforms while ensuring compliance with legal requirements.• Manage litigation calendars to track important deadlines and court dates effectively.• Coordinate and organize court filings to support attorneys in ongoing cases.• Maintain detailed documentation and records related to litigation processes.• Collaborate with attorneys and other legal staff to ensure seamless workflow and task completion.• Provide administrative support in civil litigation matters, including document formatting and proofreading.• Monitor and prioritize tasks to meet strict deadlines and deliver high-quality work.• Adapt to changing workloads and take on additional hours when necessary.
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Labor & Employment Associate

Corte Madera, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
135000 - 215000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half Legal is recruiting a Labor & Employment Associate for the Marin County office of its large statewide law firm client. The ideal candidate will have 2-10+ years of practice in L&E and/or commercial litigation. Qualifications include excellent writing and oral advocacy skills, diverse discovery and law & motion experience, and optimally some deposition and trial advocacy. This is definitely a partnership-track opportunity, so career-minded litigators who are looking to join a firm that has a good program for business and career development and a genuine interest in developing partners are encouraged to apply. The target salary is $135,000 - 200,000+/yr, DOE, plus sizeable monthly productivity bonuses and a discretionary annual bonus (ranging from $7,000 to $20,000+). Comprehensive benefits, including the firm’s profit-sharing contributions to the retirement plan, are a part of the employment package. For confidential consideration, please email your resume to Jon Lucchese, Vice President for Permanent Placement Services Practice, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z