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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct initial case evaluations, including analysis of claims and investigation files.<br>• Draft and review pleadings, motions, and other legal documents, with a focus on summary judgment motions.<br>• Prepare and respond to discovery requests, including interrogatories, requests for production, and deposition notices.<br>• Take and defend depositions, including preparation of clients and witnesses.<br>• Represent clients at case management conferences, hearings, and other court proceedings.<br>• Perform legal research and draft points and authorities, declarations, and case briefs.<br>• Collaborate with paralegals, client service coordinators, and other team members to ensure efficient file management.<br>• Provide written status updates on case progress and develop litigation strategies.<br>• Handle public entity defense cases, including matters involving dangerous conditions, negligence, and civil rights issues.<br>• Support trial preparation, including evidence gathering, witness coordination, and budget planning.
<p>Well-known real estate law firm in Walnut Creek seeking an experienced Real Estate Paralegal with landlord/tenant expertise. This is a great opportunity to join a reputable team and support high-volume real estate litigation matters with a clear path to full-time employment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with case management, docketing, and file organization</li><li>Handle discovery, including propounding, responding, and document production</li><li>Support trial preparation, including exhibits, witness files, and trial binders</li><li>Draft pleadings, notices, and routine legal documents</li><li>Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel as needed</li><li>Maintain accurate billing records</li></ul>
<p>An AV-rated, management-side employment law firm in South San Francisco has an urgent need for an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support a team of four attorneys on a contract-to-hire basis. This is a hands-on litigation support role covering case management from start to finish. The ideal candidate is a seasoned litigation legal assistant or legal secretary with deep knowledge of state and federal court procedures, impeccable attention to detail, and the ability to operate with minimal supervision. This is a fully onsite role offering stability, a collegial environment, and an opportunity to join a well-established boutique firm known for its high-quality work and strong employee tenure.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p>• Support litigation matters from case opening through resolution</p><p>• Prepare, file, and serve documents in state and federal courts</p><p>• Manage and maintain court calendars, deadlines, and hearing schedules</p><p>• Open new matters and organize case files</p><p>• Assist attorneys with day-to-day case management and workflow</p><p>• Perform light administrative duties (filing, scanning, organizing documents)</p><p>• Manage monthly billing cycles in coordination with the firm’s billing system</p><p>• Draft simple correspondence and assist with formatting documents as needed</p><p>• Communicate with court personnel, opposing counsel, and clients when appropriate</p><p>• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite and adapt to new or evolving legal software</p>
<p>We are seeking a Legal Assistant to join our team based in Campbell, California. In this role, you will be using your extensive legal knowledge to perform a variety of tasks, including the management of legal documents, client communication, and the use of case management software. This role operates within the legal industry and provides an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic workplace. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Utilize various legal software to manage client information and legal procedures.</p><p>• Manage the e-Filing of documents in state and federal courts.</p><p>• Maintain a clear understanding and application of civil procedures and litigation.</p><p>• Prepare legal documents, pleadings, and discovery.</p><p>• Use Case Management Software (CMS) and Clio to track deadlines and manage tasks.</p><p>• Maintain high attention to detail when dealing with client relations and claim administration.</p><p>• Exhibit effective communication skills in liaising with clients and team members.</p><p>• Handle billing functions and calendar management efficiently.</p><p>• Foster a positive environment through good interpersonal skills.</p>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a respected education entity seeking an experienced Public Records Paralegal to support their legal team. This fully remote role offers the opportunity to handle impactful public-sector work while maintaining a flexible, work-from-home schedule.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage all aspects of <strong>California Public Records Act (CPRA)</strong> requests</li><li>Track, review, and process incoming public records requests</li><li>Coordinate with internal departments to collect, organize, and produce responsive documents</li><li>Conduct privilege reviews and apply appropriate redactions</li><li>Maintain accurate logs, timelines, and compliance documentation</li><li>Communicate with requestors and stakeholders professionally and timely</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a reputable litigation firm in San Ramon seeking an experienced eDiscovery Paralegal to join their team on a contract-to-hire basis. The firm specializes in real estate litigation, business litigation, insurance coverage, and employment litigation, offering the opportunity to support a wide range of complex cases.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage all phases of eDiscovery, including data collection, processing, review, and production</li><li>Create and manage document batches and conduct QC checks</li><li>Utilize eDiscovery platforms such as Everlaw or Relativity</li><li>Organize, track, and maintain case documents and databases</li><li>Assist attorneys with discovery strategy, timelines, and workflow management</li><li>Support general litigation tasks as needed</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary to join our team in San Francisco, California. This role is essential in providing comprehensive administrative and legal support to attorneys, ensuring smooth case management and efficient operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of legal processes and a proactive approach to managing deadlines and priorities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate attorney schedules by organizing meetings, depositions, court appearances, and travel plans while tracking filing deadlines and court requirements.<br>• Prepare and format legal documents, including pleadings and correspondence, ensuring accuracy and compliance with state and federal standards.<br>• Manage document submissions for court filings, discovery processes, arbitration, mediation, and hearings.<br>• Handle incoming and outgoing mail efficiently, ensuring timely delivery and proper routing as needed.<br>• Draft correspondence, analyze information, and arrange logistics for court reporters, expert witnesses, and other legal resources.<br>• Create and maintain reminder systems for deadlines and calendar events to support case preparation.<br>• Organize and maintain both client-specific and general files, periodically reviewing them for archiving or closure.<br>• Oversee conflict checks and new matter request forms, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to protocols.<br>• Communicate effectively with clients, maintaining confidentiality and professionalism to uphold attorney-client relationships.<br>• Assist with time entry, billing reviews, and document assembly, as well as any additional administrative tasks as required.
We are looking for an experienced Family Law Paralegal to join our team in Menlo Park, California. This role offers the chance to work on a variety of complex legal matters while contributing to a dynamic and collaborative environment. The position follows a hybrid schedule, requiring in-office presence two days per week.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide attorneys with support in family law cases, including divorce proceedings, child custody disputes, property division, and marital agreements.<br>• Maintain and organize client records in electronic formats, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.<br>• Conduct legal research, manage attorney calendars, monitor court deadlines, and act as a point of contact between clients and attorneys.<br>• Draft legal documents such as pleadings, forms, and discovery materials, as well as coordinate court filings and process serving.<br>• Assist attorneys in trial preparation by creating pleadings, trial notes, and exhibit binders.<br>• Compile and serve discovery requests and responses in a timely manner.<br>• Arrange and oversee the preparation of materials for hearings, mediation sessions, and settlement conferences.<br>• Ensure compliance with local court rules and deadlines while managing administrative tasks efficiently.
<p>We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Litigation Legal Secretary in Emeryville, California. This position involves supporting 2-3 attorneys in a law firm setting, with a strong focus on coordinating deadlines, maintaining large case files, and managing attorney calendars. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and maintain large case files to ensure efficient workflow and timely case progression</p><p>• Coordinate deadlines and ensure thorough follow-through to avoid any legal complications</p><p>• Prepare correspondence and discovery documents, ensuring accuracy and completeness</p><p>• Handle e-filings and traditional mail filings, adhering to all legal procedures and deadlines</p><p>• Schedule hearings, ensuring all parties are informed and available</p><p>• Manage attorney calendars, preventing scheduling conflicts and ensuring optimal time management</p><p>• Maintain a master calendar for follow-up actions, ensuring no tasks are overlooked</p><p>• Leverage proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook to manage work and communicate effectively</p><p>• Cultivate strong client relations, providing excellent customer service while handling sensitive information</p><p>• Contribute to team efforts, working collaboratively to achieve firm goals.</p>
<p>Well-known corporation seeking an experienced Corporate/Securities Paralegal to support their in-house legal team. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-visibility corporate governance and securities matters within a reputable, established organization. The Paralegal is required to go on-site in San Ramon 1 day per week. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and assist with SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K</li><li>Manage Section 16 filings (Forms 3, 4, 5)</li><li>Support board and committee governance, including drafting meeting minutes, resolutions, and board books</li><li>Maintain corporate records, entity management, and compliance calendars</li><li>Assist with special projects, research, and corporate transactions as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, a busy mid-sized litigation firm in Walnut Creek, is seeking a skilled Labor & Employment Paralegal to support attorneys in a high-volume practice handling wage & hour, discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination claims. This is a contract opportunity with potential to extend or convert and offers a hybrid work schedule.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Draft and respond to written discovery (interrogatories, requests for production/admission)</li><li>Assist attorneys with motions, pleadings, and briefs for state and federal court</li><li>Conduct legal research and fact investigations on labor and employment claims</li><li>Prepare case chronologies, witness binders, and trial exhibits</li><li>Coordinate depositions, mediations, and hearings; manage calendars and logistics</li><li>Maintain organized case files and deadlines using docketing systems</li><li>Support attorneys with client communication and intake</li></ul>
<p>We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Legal Secretary to work with a firm that represents worker and labor unions located in Oakland, California. In this role, you will be tasked with managing legal documentation, collaborating with legal teams, and leveraging your litigation experience to support the firm's operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Manage and organize legal documentation to ensure accuracy and accessibility in the system</p><p><br></p><p>• Collaborate efficiently with legal teams to facilitate smooth operation</p><p><br></p><p>• Utilize your litigation experience to assist in case preparation and management</p><p><br></p><p>• Respond to inquiries related to legal proceedings and documentation</p><p><br></p><p>• Monitor client accounts and legal proceedings, taking action where necessary</p><p><br></p><p>• Ensure the accurate and efficient processing of legal documentation</p><p><br></p><p>• Maintain the integrity and confidentiality of all legal data and information</p>
<p>Established law firm is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary to join their close-knit team in Emeryville, California. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with extensive experience in litigation and proficiency in electronic filing systems for state and federal courts. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting attorneys and ensuring smooth case management.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare, review, and file legal documents and pleadings using electronic filing systems for state and federal courts.</p><p>• Manage case calendars, track deadlines, and coordinate court appearances to ensure all schedules are maintained.</p><p>• Organize and maintain both physical and electronic case files, including discovery materials and correspondence.</p><p>• Draft, proofread, and edit legal correspondence such as memos, letters, and other official documents.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, and court personnel to handle procedural requirements and case updates.</p><p>• Assist in trial preparation by compiling exhibits, witness lists, and creating trial binders.</p><p>• Schedule meetings, depositions, conference calls, and oversee travel arrangements whenever necessary.</p><p>• Respond promptly to attorney and client requests, ensuring workflows are managed efficiently to meet deadlines.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Patent Prosecution Paralegal to join our team in Santa Clara, California. The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of patent processes and procedures, including U.S. filings, international coordination, and client communications. This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where attention to detail and organizational skills are key.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and file U.S. patent applications, amendments, appeals, and maintenance fees, ensuring compliance with all required protocols.<br>• Coordinate international patent prosecution activities, including liaising with foreign counsel and managing annuity payments.<br>• Manage docketing and calendaring tasks to track deadlines and maintain accurate records.<br>• Compile and deliver detailed status reports to clients, providing clear updates on case progress.<br>• Communicate effectively with clients to address inquiries and ensure smooth handling of patent matters.<br>• Support billing activities by reviewing and processing invoices related to prosecution tasks.<br>• Utilize case management software to organize and maintain documentation efficiently.<br>• Assist with discovery, trial preparation, and civil litigation tasks as needed.<br>• Collaborate with team members to streamline workflows and improve operational efficiency.
<p>A prominent municipal entity in Oakland is seeking a skilled Civil Litigation Secretary to join their legal team on a long-term contract and hybrid basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional with strong civil litigation support experience, and someone seeking flexibility to work 3 days remote, and 2 days on-site!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Perform high-volume state and federal e-filing</li><li>Manage complex calendaring, deadlines, and court schedules</li><li>Draft, revise, and format litigation documents, including TOAs/TOCs</li><li>Support attorneys with administrative and litigation tasks</li><li>Maintain organized case files and assist with document preparation</li></ul>
<p>We are inviting applications for the role of a Spanish speaking Legal Assistant. This role is based in Oakland, California, and is an integral part of our team. As a Legal Assistant, you will be involved in various aspects of civil litigation processes, legal documentation, client relationship management, and case preparation. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Manage civil litigation processes in accordance with California law</p><p>• Act as an interpreter during client meetings, depositions, mediations, and trials</p><p>• Independently draft and file a variety of legal documents such as complaints, discovery, motions, and court notices with state and federal courts, including appellate court</p><p>• Prepare exhibits for hearings and trials, including highlighting, redaction, and citing</p><p>• Draft routine legal documents like stipulations, hearing notices, subpoenas, deposition notices, and objections to deposition notices</p><p>• Organize and maintain electronic case files and documents</p><p>• Uphold confidentiality in all attorney-client relationships and maintain excellent public relations with clients</p><p>• Adhere to the ethical requirements as set by the Rules of Professional Conduct of the State of California</p><p>• Apply skills such as Calendar Management, Communication, e-File, e-Filing, and Spanish Language in day-to-day operations.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join a midsized firm in the East Bay. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with substantial experience in litigation matters, ideally with exposure to labor and employment cases. You will play a critical role in supporting attorneys through administrative tasks, document preparation, court filings, and calendar management.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Draft and format legal documents, including correspondence, reports, pleadings, and memoranda, using word processing software.</p><p>• File legal documents electronically and physically with district and federal courts, as well as administrative agencies, ensuring compliance with rules and deadlines.</p><p>• Manage schedules and deadlines by maintaining calendar and docket systems, sending reminders, and organizing appointments.</p><p>• Handle incoming phone calls, take detailed messages, and route calls appropriately.</p><p>• Coordinate outgoing mail and deliveries to ensure timely distribution.</p><p>• Organize and maintain client files, ensuring all documents are appropriately indexed and accessible.</p><p>• Assist with travel arrangements, including booking flights, accommodations, and other logistics.</p><p>• Conduct research on state and federal court rules and procedures as needed.</p><p>• Train new team members on office procedures and specialized software.</p><p>• Communicate with courts, clients, co-counsel, opposing counsel, and arbitrators to schedule hearings, arbitrations, and other events.</p>
<p>We are on the lookout for a diligent and high energy Litigation Secretary to join a growing law firm in San Francisco, California. As a Legal Secretary, your role will involve providing comprehensive administrative and clerical support to litigation attorneys, facilitating meetings, managing attorneys' calendars and handling court filings. This role operates within the legal industry and offers an exciting opportunity to engage with various aspects of the legal process.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities include:</p><p><br></p><p>• Traveling to and attending trials with the Partner.</p><p>• Providing administrative and clerical support to Litigation Attorneys in relation to their cases and clients</p><p>• Drafting and editing correspondence, memos, and other legal documents</p><p>• Handling court filings and e-filings</p><p>• Facilitating meetings, depositions, and client calls</p><p>• Maintaining attorneys' calendars and coordinating with the records and conflicts departments in the opening and closing of matters</p><p>• Entering and editing attorney time as necessary</p><p>• Utilizing strong organizational skills to manage various tasks and deadlines</p><p>• Demonstrating excellent verbal and written skills in communication with clients, attorneys, and courts</p><p>• Displaying strong word processing and formatting skills, including experience generating tables of contents and tables of authorities</p><p>• Independently e-filing in accordance with court rules</p><p>• Leveraging civil litigation experience and knowledge of state and federal court rules, procedures, and calendaring requirements.</p><p><br></p><p>Skills required for this role include Civil Litigation, Civil Litigation Experience, e-Filing, Court Filing, Courts - Federal, Courts - State, and Managing Calendar.</p>
<p>Join a respected law firm as a Litigation Secretary supporting attorneys in general civil litigation matters. This hybrid role offers flexibility with two days on-site in our clients Oakland, CA office and the remainder remote.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare, format, and file legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and correspondence in state and federal courts.</li><li>Manage case calendars, schedule hearings, depositions, and client meetings, ensuring all deadlines are met.</li><li>Coordinate e-filing and service of documents through court systems and third-party vendors.</li><li>Maintain organized case files (electronic and physical) and assist with trial preparation, including assembling exhibits and witness lists.</li><li>Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and opposing counsel on behalf of attorneys.</li><li>Handle billing entries, expense reports, and assist with timekeeping for accurate client invoicing.</li><li>Support attorneys with administrative tasks such as travel arrangements, transcription, and document revisions.</li></ul>
