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58 results for Civil Litigation Attorney in San Jose, CA

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>
2026-04-24T00:00:00Z

Family Litigation Attorney

San Jose, CA
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Temporary / Contract
80 - 110 USD / Hourly
OverviewEstablished Bay Area law firm seeking an experienced Family Law Litigation Attorney to handle complex domestic relations matters. This role is litigation‑heavy and client‑facing, with responsibility for cases from intake through trial. Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage a full caseload of family law matters including divorce, custody, support, and property division</li><li>Draft pleadings, motions, declarations, and settlement agreements</li><li>Appear in court for hearings, mediations, and trials</li><li>Conduct discovery and settlement negotiations</li><li>Advise clients on strategy, risk, and California family law procedure</li><li>Maintain compliance with court deadlines and local rules</li></ul>
2026-04-24T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-04-09T00:00:00Z

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
2026-04-16T00:00:00Z

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>
2026-04-17T00:00:00Z

Litigation Associate

Redwood City, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
140000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
We are seeking a Litigation Associate to join a growing law firm based in San Mateo, California, particularly in the field of complex intellectual property litigation. Responsibilities:• Handle complex litigation cases, with a focus on patent and intellectual property disputes• Conduct comprehensive legal research and prepare detailed legal documents• Engage in discovery and motion practice, managing a substantive portion of litigation matters• Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with clients and understand their business needs• Collaborate with team members to strategize and execute litigation processes effectively• Take the lead in preparing for oral arguments and depositions• Ensure all litigation activities comply with the applicable laws and regulations• Utilize your technical aptitude to understand and manage cases related to intellectual property• Work efficiently and creatively to resolve disputes in favor of our clients
2026-04-21T00:00:00Z

Litigation Paralegal

San Jose, CA
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Temporary / Contract
38 - 58 USD / Hourly
A small to mid‑size law firm in San Jose is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal for a contract‑to‑hire opportunity. This Litigation Paralegal role is ideal for someone with 3+ years of hands‑on California litigation experience who is comfortable stepping in right away and supporting active cases. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Support attorneys in all phases of California litigation, from case inception through trial and resolution</li><li>Draft, format, and file pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence in compliance with CA rules and deadlines</li><li>Manage discovery processes, including preparing responses, coordinating document production, and maintaining discovery logs</li><li>Handle e‑filing in California state and federal courts and track litigation deadlines and calendars</li><li>Organize and maintain case files (physical and electronic), exhibits, and trial binders</li><li>Coordinate depositions, mediations, hearings, and expert communications</li><li>Conduct factual and legal research as needed and assist with trial preparation</li></ul>
2026-04-09T00:00:00Z

Litigation Paralegal

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
40 - 50 USD / Hourly
A San Francisco–based personal injury law firm is seeking a Litigation Paralegal to support its civil litigation practice. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for a detail-oriented paralegal who thrives in a fast-paced, plaintiff-side environment and is eager for long-term growth. The Litigation Paralegal will play a key role in supporting attorneys through all phases of civil litigation, with a primary focus on plaintiff-side personal injury matters. While prior personal injury experience is preferred, paralegals with experience in any civil litigation practice area are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Draft, review, and file pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and subpoenas</li><li>Manage discovery processes, including document collection, review, and production</li><li>Assist with deposition preparation, trial preparation, and settlement materials</li><li>Maintain case files, calendars, and litigation deadlines</li><li>Communicate with clients, experts, vendors, opposing counsel, and court personnel</li><li>Conduct factual research and assist with medical records and damages documentation</li><li>Support attorneys throughout the life cycle of active litigation matters</li></ul>Why This Opportunity<ul><li>Contract-to-hire role with long-term potential</li><li>Hands-on exposure to substantive litigation work</li><li>Collaborative, team-oriented firm culture</li><li>Centrally located San Francisco office</li></ul>
2026-04-17T00:00:00Z

Litigation Paralegal

San Jose, CA
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Temporary / Contract
45 - 65 USD / Hourly
Growing civil litigation law firm in San Jose is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join the team. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work alongside a talented group of legal professionals and be part of a firm that values initiative, teamwork, and professional development. If you are detail-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced legal environment, we want to hear from you. Our firm handles a variety of complex civil matters, so your skills and contributions will be highly valued and rewarded. This position requires hybrid on-site work and at least 2+ years of California-based civil litigation experience. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assist attorneys with all aspects of civil litigation, from case intake through trial and post-trial procedures.</li><li>Draft and review pleadings, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, motions, and correspondence.</li><li>Manage case files and documents, both electronically and in hard copy format, ensuring all files are accurate and up-to-date.</li><li>Conduct legal research, including locating statutes, case law, and other relevant sources.</li><li>Organize, review, and summarize discovery materials and document productions.</li><li>Coordinate and manage court filings, with a strong emphasis on e-filing procedures in state and federal courts.</li><li>Track and manage case deadlines using calendaring software, ensuring critical dates are met.</li><li>Assist attorneys in trial and hearing preparations, including preparing witness and exhibit lists, trial binders, and coordinating logistics.</li></ul>
2026-04-09T00:00:00Z

Litigation Paralegal

Menlo Park, CA
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Temporary to Hire
40 - 53 USD / Hourly
Established law firm based in Redwood City has an immediate opening for a Litigation Paralegal to join a busy legal team supporting intellectual property and patent disputes. This Paralegal opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented legal professional who can manage competing deadlines, maintain organized case materials, and contribute throughout the full litigation lifecycle. The role offers hands-on involvement with court filing, discovery projects, trial preparation, and close collaboration with attorneys and senior paralegals in a fast-moving environment. This position requires hybrid on-site work in Redwood City, CA. Responsibilities: <ul><li>Assisting litigation group in multiple matters through all stages of litigation</li><li>Reviewing, cite-checking and preparation of court filings</li><li>Assistance with filing and service of documents and all aspects of discovery</li><li>Maintaining production and deposition indexes and general case organization</li><li>Updating production databases and assistance with preparing document productions</li><li>Preparation for and attendance at trial</li><li>Provide support and work closely with senior paralegals and attorneys</li></ul>
2026-04-21T00:00:00Z

Litigation Paralegal

Menlo Park, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our team in the Bay Area, California. In this role, you will provide essential support for trademark litigation matters before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB), a tribunal within the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. This position offers an opportunity to work on challenging intellectual property cases, contributing to motions, discovery, and hearings. Responsibilities:• Manage trademark opposition and cancellation cases, including drafting relevant documents and preparing case files.• Assist with motions practice, including creating motions to dismiss, summary judgment motions, and discovery-related motions.• Handle discovery processes such as preparing interrogatories, submitting document requests, and coordinating depositions.• Draft trial briefs, reply briefs, and other legal documents needed for TTAB proceedings.• Prepare for and attend oral arguments and hearings before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board.• Coordinate appeals of trademark application refusals and ensure all required documentation is submitted.• Utilize case management software to organize and track case progress efficiently.• Collaborate with attorneys to conduct research and gather evidence for complex litigation matters.• Ensure compliance with TTAB procedural rules and deadlines.• Support trial preparation activities, including organizing exhibits and evidence.
2026-04-07T00:00:00Z

Litigation Paralegal

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 45 USD / Hourly
An established San Francisco-based law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join their team on a contract-to-hire basis. The firm handles a broad range of civil litigation matters, including business disputes, real estate litigation, personal injury defense, insurance claims, and complex tort litigation. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior litigators, providing key litigation support in case management, discovery, trial preparation, and court filings. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience managing complex case files in California courts. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist attorneys in all phases of civil litigation, including case assessment, discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation.</li><li>Draft and file pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other legal documents in state and federal courts.</li><li>Manage case files, maintain litigation calendars, and track deadlines to ensure timely filings.</li><li>Oversee the discovery process, including document review, drafting responses, and preparing exhibits for depositions and hearings.</li><li>Coordinate depositions, schedule expert witness testimony, and organize trial preparation materials.</li><li>Conduct legal research using Westlaw and LexisNexis to support case strategy and motion practice.</li><li>Assist in preparing trial exhibits, witness outlines, and case summaries to support attorneys during hearings and trial.</li><li>Work with eDiscovery platforms to manage document production and case files.</li></ul>
2026-04-17T00:00:00Z

Litigation Secretary

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 38 USD / Hourly
A boutique San Francisco law firm is seeking a Litigation Secretary to provide immediate coverage while the team builds out a new paralegal/legal secretary support structure. This is a high-volume, execution-focused role supporting multiple attorneys across active litigation matters.This opportunity is best suited for a litigation secretary who can step in quickly, manage deadlines independently, and take ownership of a busy desk with minimal ramp time. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and file documents in state, federal, and appellate courts, including TOAs, TOCs, and exhibits </li><li>Manage attorney calendars, including depositions, mediations, hearings, and travel logistics </li><li>Track and maintain litigation deadlines using docketing and calendaring systems </li><li>Draft, proof, and finalize pleadings, discovery, motions, and correspondence </li><li>Support trial preparation, including subpoenas, deposition coordination, and trial binders </li><li>Handle heavy document management, including formatting, organization, and filing workflows </li><li>Communicate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and vendors professionally </li><li>Perform administrative tasks including time entry, expense reports, and new matter intake </li><li>Support multiple attorneys across high-volume litigation dockets </li></ul>
2026-04-15T00:00:00Z

Litigation Secretary

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 40 USD / Hourly
A reputable San Francisco–based personal injury law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Secretary to support its busy civil litigation practice. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for a proactive, detail-oriented legal secretary who is comfortable supporting attorneys in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The Litigation Secretary will provide high-level administrative and litigation support to attorneys handling plaintiff-side personal injury matters. While personal injury experience is preferred, candidates with experience supporting any civil litigation practice area are encouraged to apply. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare, revise, and format pleadings, motions, correspondence, and legal documents</li><li>E-file documents in California state and federal courts</li><li>Maintain attorney calendars, track deadlines, and manage court appearances</li><li>Open, maintain, and organize physical and electronic case files</li><li>Assist with discovery preparation and document management</li><li>Coordinate depositions, mediations, hearings, and meetings</li><li>Handle client communications, phone calls, and general administrative support</li><li>Support attorneys with trial preparation as needed</li></ul>
2026-04-23T00:00:00Z

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>
2026-04-23T00:00:00Z

Litigation Legal Secretary

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 45 USD / Hourly
A well-established nonprofit legal advocacy organization based in San Francisco is seeking a Senior Litigation Legal Secretary to join their legal team on a contract-to-hire basis. This role supports attorneys engaged in complex litigation, appellate matters, and policy-related legal work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. This is a senior-level litigation support role focused on owning filings, calendaring, and procedural compliance across federal, state, and appellate matters. The team is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented professional who can operate independently, manage competing deadlines, and ensure accuracy across all aspects of litigation support.This position is based in San Francisco and will require onsite presence 5 days/week for the first 1–2 months, with the potential to transition to a hybrid schedule (3 days onsite / 2 days remote) thereafter. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage and execute state, federal, and appellate court filings, including preparation of shell documents, exhibits, and supporting materials </li><li>Independently research court rules and procedures (FRCP, FRAP, CCP, and local rules) to ensure all filings are compliant </li><li>Perform advanced document formatting in Microsoft Word, including generating TOC/TOAs and applying styles </li><li>Manually calculate and calendar litigation, appellate, and discovery deadlines across multiple jurisdictions </li><li>Monitor dockets and proactively track deadlines triggered by filings, court orders, and scheduling updates </li><li>Prepare and coordinate service of process, chambers copies, and filings with external vendors as needed </li><li>Maintain and organize case files, pleadings, and litigation materials in accordance with internal protocols </li><li>Support administrative and case management functions, including conflict checks, tracking case costs, and maintaining internal databases </li><li>Assist with preparation of binders and materials for hearings, internal reviews, and case strategy discussions </li><li>Support policy-related legal work, including formatting and submission of agency comments and FOIA-related materials </li><li>Collaborate with attorneys and internal teams to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of deliverables </li></ul>
2026-04-22T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-04-02T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

San Jose, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 35 USD / Hourly
Mid‑size litigation team seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support attorneys across all phases of litigation. This Litigation Legal Assistant role is ideal for someone who is detail‑oriented, deadline‑driven, and comfortable managing multiple cases in a fast‑paced environment, offering close collaboration with attorneys and exposure to complex litigation matters. Key responsibilities<ul><li>Support litigation attorneys with pleadings, discovery, motions, and trial preparation</li><li>Draft, format, file, and serve legal documents in state and federal courts</li><li>Manage calendars, deadlines, and court rules compliance</li><li>Coordinate filings, e‑filings, and service of process</li><li>Organize and maintain case files (electronic and physical)</li><li>Communicate with courts, clients, and opposing counsel as needed</li></ul>
2026-04-17T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

San Francisco, CA
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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.
2026-04-02T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

Burlingame, CA
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Temporary to Hire
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
A Burlingame-based law firm is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support a Trusts & Estates team. This is a process-driven, administrative-focused role supporting a group of paralegals with document management, file organization, and day-to-day workflow coordination.This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a structured environment, takes ownership of routine processes, and can work independently with strong attention to detail. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage daily document flow, including scanning, organizing, and filing incoming mail and client documents </li><li>Maintain and organize physical and electronic client files, including file creation and ongoing file management </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, including remote team members </li></ul>
2026-04-15T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 32 USD / Hourly
A San Francisco–based personal injury law firm is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support its civil litigation practice. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity offering hands-on experience in a collaborative, plaintiff-side law firm environment with long-term potential. The Legal Assistant will provide essential administrative and case support to attorneys and paralegals handling civil litigation matters, primarily personal injury cases. This role is ideal for a legal professional looking to deepen their litigation experience while contributing to the day-to-day operations of a fast-paced firm. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys and paralegals</li><li>Assist with drafting, formatting, and proofreading legal documents and correspondence</li><li>Help prepare and organize pleadings, discovery, and case materials</li><li>Maintain and organize electronic and physical case files</li><li>Track deadlines, assist with calendaring, and schedule meetings and appointments</li><li>Coordinate with clients, court personnel, experts, and vendors as needed</li><li>Assist with court filings and service of documents under attorney direction</li><li>Support trial preparation and other litigation-related tasks as assigned</li></ul>
2026-04-24T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

San Jose, CA
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 25 USD / Hourly
National immigration law firm has an immediate opening for an entry level Legal Assistant! This Legal Assistant will perform challenging, substantive legal work with a focus on preparing immigration applications. The firm provides comprehensive training and support to ensure your success, including ongoing workshops, legal practice meetings, and a client service team structure that facilitates mentoring from senior professionals. This is a great opportunity for individuals looking to build a rewarding career in immigration law and the legal field. This Legal Assistant must be able to work on-site full-time in San Jose, CA. The ideal candidate will be a recent college graduate or have 1-2+ years of experience working in the legal field. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Perform tasks related to case preparation and filing of petitions with government agencies, including document gathering, document review, case drafting, and case filing.</li><li>With the guidance of your supervisor, communicate with foreign nationals and client contacts, providing clear and prompt responses regarding case status or other general inquiries.</li><li>Meet assigned deadlines that adhere to Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and communicate case progress, status, escalations to supervisor.</li><li>Compile and summarize large quantities of data within case management systems for reporting to clients, managers and team.</li><li>Understand and contribute to team and individual productivity goals.</li><li>Demonstrate flexibility and initiative.</li><li>Follow documented firm standards and policies to mitigate risk and ensure regulatory, operational and client compliance (e.g., following Data Privacy protocols, using Connect accurately and in line with team and client protocols, etc.).</li></ul>
2026-04-23T00:00:00Z

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>
2026-04-02T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant

San Jose, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 40 USD / Hourly
A growing civil litigation law firm in San Jose seeks a motivated Litigation Legal Assistant to join our team. Our practice is dedicated to providing high-quality legal services and building strong client relationships, and we are looking for someone who shares that commitment. This is a great opportunity for a driven legal professional to gain hands-on litigation experience, strengthen technical skills, and work alongside experienced attorneys in a collaborative, supportive environment. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys throughout all phases of the civil litigation process.</li><li>Prepare, edit, and proofread legal documents including pleadings, discovery, subpoenas, and correspondence.</li><li>Assist with case management, calendaring deadlines, and maintaining case files (electronic and physical).</li><li>Coordinate court filings (both e-filing and physical), service of process, and document production.</li><li>Schedule depositions, hearings, and meetings; liaise with courts, clients, and experts as needed.</li><li>Conduct basic legal research and support attorneys with trial and hearing preparation.</li><li>Manage client communications with high professionalism and confidentiality.</li></ul>
2026-04-09T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-04-01T00:00:00Z