32 results for Remote Paralegal in San Jose, CA

Legal Assistant/Paralegal We are eager to welcome a Legal Assistant/Paralegal to our trial team located in San Francisco, California. This role is essential within our industry and will involve a variety of tasks related to legal support and administration. Responsibilities: • Assisting in the preparation of court filings, including briefs, declarations, exhibits, and proofs of service• Drafting various legal documents such as pleadings and discovery responses• Ensuring all legal deadlines and dates are accurately calendared and met• Conducting comprehensive legal research and assisting with document review• Communicating effectively with clients, court personnel, and vendors• Organizing and maintaining both electronic and hard-copy case files• Providing crucial support during legal proceedings such as depositions, trials, arbitrations and mediations• Managing hearing, deposition, and trial binders for attorneys• Utilizing various legal discovery and filing platforms such as Pacer, OneLegal, Relativity, Disco• Assisting with additional administrative tasks and special projects as required• Editing, proofreading, and formatting legal documents to meet firm and legal style requirements.

Paralegal A well-established estate planning and trust administration practice near San Jose has an immediate opening for a full-time Probate Litigation paralegal who is well versed in all aspects of probates, trust litigation and conservatorships. Our paralegals work closely with attorneys, clients, professional fiduciaries and other support staff and must be able to manage multiple styles and deadlines. Ideal candidates will have experience with all aspects of probate administration, trust litigation and conservatorships.

Paralegal Established California firm is seeking a detail-oriented Paralegal to join our team in Oakland, California. In this role, you will be primarily supporting with labor and employment matters. Responsibilities:• Oversee case management from inception through and post-trial or settlement• Draft, review, and revise legal documents as necessary• Maintain and update case files, charts, and indices• Manage and support witness summaries and document productions• Assist with deposition and hearing preparation, including identifying and gathering exhibit documents and creating witness outlines• Cite-check briefs, ensuring both legal and factual citations are accurate• Assist with document review and coordinate with the Litigation Support Group for back-end database management• Utilize case management software to maintain accurate customer credit records• Utilize legal research skills to support the Labor and Employment Group • Utilize Adobe Acrobat for document management and eDiscovery tools for electronic data management• Be responsible for maintaining a reliable and punctual schedule.

Paralegal Established family law firm is seeking a Paralegal to join their team in Walnut Creek, California. This role involves providing support to attorneys in various aspects of family law cases, including, but not limited to divorce, child custody, spousal support, and adoption matters. You will be expected to maintain a high degree of organization and attention to detail in managing and processing legal documents and information. Responsibilities:• Manage and assist attorneys in family law cases, with a focus on ensuring that all necessary actions are taken in a timely manner.• Organize, draft, and prepare legal documents such as pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and declarations.• Ensure all case files are organized, current, and maintained in accordance with standard legal practices.• Conduct thorough legal research and gather relevant case information for attorneys to use in their case preparations.• Communicate effectively with a range of individuals including clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and third parties.• Manage attorney calendars effectively, scheduling and coordinating hearings, mediations, and depositions.• Utilize e-filing and e-discovery techniques as necessary to support case work.• Utilize your skills in Calendar Management, Family Law, Dissolutions, and Draft Pleadings to ensure effective handling of all assigned tasks.

Paralegal We are looking for a Paralegal to join a commercial litigation firm in Oakland, California. This role is crucial to our operations as you will be responsible for assisting attorneys with legal and factual research, case management, and preparing legal documents. You will also have the opportunity to engage in various aspects of litigation from investigations to trial preparation. Responsibilities: • Assist in the preparation and submission of filings with State and Federal Courts and arbitration tribunals.• Schedule hearings, appointments, and deadlines, ensuring smooth case management.• Maintain accurate case files, client information, and records in an organized manner.• Conduct legal and factual research, including creating case timelines and synthesizing facts.• Aid in the preparation of discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, pleadings, motions, and correspondence.• Proofread, format, and check citations in documents, adhering to the Bluebook citation guide.• Provide comprehensive assistance in all aspects of litigation, including investigations, discovery, and trial preparation.• Maintain and manage document databases and logs; produce documents when necessary.• Record time in accordance with ABA litigation guidelines.• Perform other case-related administrative duties as assigned.

Paralegal Growing boutique firm is seeking a paralegal to join their team. This role is key to our operations in the litigation industry, and involves tasks such as preparing and submitting filings, managing case schedules, maintaining case files, assisting with legal and factual research, and much more. Responsibilities:• Assist attorneys with comprehensive legal and factual research, including the preparation of case timelines and the analysis and synthesis of facts.• Organize and manage case files, client information, and records to ensure accuracy and easy retrieval.• Prepare and submit filings to State and Federal Courts and arbitration tribunals, adhering to all relevant guidelines and procedures.• Provide support in all aspects of litigation, from investigations and discovery to trial preparation, including the creation and maintenance of document databases and logs, document production, and on-site trial support.• Facilitate effective case management by maintaining organized schedules and providing timely reminders of hearings, appointments, and deadlines.• Help in the preparation of discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, pleadings, motions, correspondence, spreadsheets, and declarations.• Ensure accurate formatting, proofreading, cite-checking, and blue-book documentation.• Record time in line with ABA litigation guidelines, ensuring all case-related administrative and billable duties are performed.• Utilize skills in e-filing and e-service across multiple jurisdictions, using online file and serve portals such as PACER, CM/ECF, and File & ServeXpress.B

Legal Assistant 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 with office experience or have 1-2+ years of experience working in the legal field. Responsibilities: <ul><li>Perform high volume data entry accurately and efficiently.</li><li>Organize and maintain legal documents detailing eligibility for visa classification.</li><li>Handle clerical tasks such as copying, printing, and scanning documents.</li><li>Create electronic and physical client files for efficient case management.</li><li>Track and monitor the status of immigration cases, ensuring timely updates.</li><li>Circulate incoming mail according to specified procedures.</li><li>Learn to analyze case documents and prepare immigration applications for filing.</li><li>Draft specialized support letters detailing eligibility for visa classification and other immigration benefits.</li><li>Interface with corporate representatives and foreign nationals.</li><li>Participate in legal practice meetings and alerts for updates on current events, advanced topics, and client relationship building skills.</li><li>Projects as assigned.</li></ul>

Legal Assistant An established insurance defense firm in Walnut Creek, CA, is seeking a Legal Assistant to join their team and support attorneys handling litigation matters. If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow within a collaborative legal environment or have foundational litigation experience, this position is a great fit for you! This role is contract-to-hire! What You'll Be Doing:<ul><li>Legal Support: Assist with insurance defense cases, for large and key clients of the firm. </li><li>eFiling: File legal documents electronically, ensuring compliance with California court rules and procedures.</li><li>Case Tracking: Contact courts to obtain case status updates as needed and maintain case logs for discovery requests and subpoenas.</li><li>Calendar Management: Update attorney schedules to reflect deadlines, hearings, and other key events.</li></ul>

Legal Assistant Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9:30am – 5:30pmWe are seeking a Legal Assistant / Front Desk Receptionist to provide administrative support and manage front desk operations in a dynamic legal office. This role requires strong organizational skills, comfort with IT and website management, and the ability to handle scheduling, travel coordination, and office communications.Key Responsibilities:· Greet visitors, answer phones, and handle general office inquiries· Manage incoming/outgoing mail, including FedEx shipments· Coordinate conference and travel schedules· Support office operations with various clerical and organizational tasks· Create and upload blog posts for the firm’s website· Assist with basic IT-related tasks and website updates· Occasionally upload blog posts written by one of the firm’s partners

Legal Assistant Legal Assistants directly support lawyers and may be required to supervise other legal staff, such as legal secretaries or file clerks. Legal Assistants should have computer and technical knowledge as well as strong analytical, communication and organizational skills.Some law firms prefer three to five years of legal experience in a law firm or other corporate legal department. Your responsibilities in this role - Electronically filing documents - Cross-reference copied documents with originals to ensure accuracy - Develop correspondence and memorandum - Handle matter management and record keeping - Prioritize legal research and investigative tasks, including obtaining information or documents from outside parties, as directed - Photocopy/scan documents - Maintain word processing, filing and faxing - Gather documents and assemble data as directed by lawyers and paralegals - Regulate computer database input and retrieval - Analyze and retrieve electronic documents from a variety of court and agency web sites

Healthcare Corporate Paralegal Our client, an innovative healthcare startup, is seeking a mid-level paralegal to join their team on a full-time, remote basis. The company specializes in acquiring, investing in, and commercializing biomedical data assets, which are then sold to the pharmaceutical industry to support drug development.Who We're Looking For:The ideal candidate will have experience working with or within healthcare systems and a strong background in transactional and corporate law. This role offers a unique opportunity to play a key role in a growing startup, making it an excellent fit for a paralegal with an entrepreneurial mindset.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage transactional data assets and assist with corporate transactions.</li><li>Draft and review contracts related to healthcare and biomedical data.</li><li>Prepare incorporation and formation documents, including tax-related filings.</li><li>Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, HIPAA, Common Rule, and privacy laws.</li><li>Handle confidential records and sensitive business information with discretion.</li></ul>This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated paralegal to join a high-growth healthcare startup at an early stage and make a meaningful impact.

Legal Assistant Litigation Secretary - Hybrid role About the Role:We are currently seeking a highly proficient and experienced Litigation Secretary to join our team on a hybrid work schedule. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction litigation, real estate litigation, or land use. This position will be instrumental in lending comprehensive support to our team of attorneys which involves various duties such as drafting correspondence, preparing legal documents, and maintaining calendars. Key Responsibilities:<ol><li>Provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to the Litigation team.</li><li>Generate, edit, and finalize correspondence and legal documents.</li><li>Maintain attorneys' calendars by scheduling deadlines, conferences, and depositions.</li><li>Assist in conducting extensive legal research.</li><li>Regularly maintain and update case files and litigation databases.</li><li>Draft and proofread legal documents for correct legal terminology and syntax.</li><li>Answer and direct phone calls; manage mail and couriers.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.</li></ol>

Medical Malpractice Paralegal A highly regarded medical malpractice law firm is seeking a Medical Malpractice Paralegal with a strong background in clinical record analysis and medical research to join their team on a fully remote, contract-to-hire basis. This is a specialized position focused more on medical investigation and analysis than legal procedure — ideal for candidates with prior experience in healthcare, nursing, or complex MedMal litigation. The ideal candidate is someone who can work independently, understands the nuances of medical documentation, and is comfortable producing detailed chronologies, researching treatment protocols, and assisting in expert strategy. This is a unique opportunity for a clinically fluent paralegal or healthcare professional looking to transition into a long-term legal role while maintaining a high level of autonomy and subject matter expertise. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Analyze and summarize extensive hospital and medical records to identify liability and causation issues.</li><li>Draft detailed medical chronologies and treatment timelines using firm-provided formatting and templates.</li><li>Create extracted record binders for experts, attorneys, and treating physicians (electronic format preferred).</li><li>Collaborate with attorneys to highlight potential areas of defense strategy based on clinical findings.</li><li>Conduct literature reviews using PubMed, UpToDate, FDA databases, CDC guidelines, DailyMed, and similar resources.</li><li>Research treatment protocols, black box warnings, and professional guidelines relevant to case defense.</li><li>Summarize findings and provide concise references for use in pleadings or expert consultation.</li><li>Identify and research qualifications of potential medical experts across specialties.</li><li>Draft internal memos outlining licensure, board certifications, testimonial history, and relevant publications.</li><li>Conduct background investigations on treating physicians and opposing experts using litigation and licensure databases.</li><li>Use verdict and settlement databases (e.g., VerdictSearch, Westlaw, Lexis) to assess value ranges and trends in similar cases.</li></ul>

Paralegal We are seeking a skilled Paralegal to join our team in our San Jose, California branch. The role involves working closely with attorneys in handling various aspects of litigation within the industry that requires a high level of attention to detail. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your skills in Civil Litigation, Motions, Briefs, and Trial Preparation. Responsibilities: • Assisting attorneys with the management and preparation of legal documents, including motions, complaints, and briefs. • Handling client and witness interviews for hearing, deposition, and trial. • Conducting thorough and accurate legal support work as permitted by the rules of the California State Bar. • Utilizing exceptional communication and analytical skills to resolve complex legal issues. • Working independently and collaboratively with the team to ensure legal tasks are completed efficiently. • Managing evidence in an organized manner to assist attorneys in the litigation process. • Utilizing creative thinking and problem-solving skills to tackle legal challenges. • Maintaining a high level of performance and delivering measurable results.

Paralegal We are a well-respected firm in San Jose, in search of an experienced Paralegal with a focus on Probate and Trust Administration. The chosen candidate will be instrumental in managing complex probate and trust administrations. This role demands an individual with a deep understanding of estate and gift tax returns, asset valuation, and the preparation of fiduciary accountings. Responsibilities: • Work on intricate probate and trust administrations, from the initial petition to the final distribution.• Coordinate asset valuation, document preparation, and asset allocation/distribution.• Review and prepare estate and gift tax returns.• Review and prepare fiduciary accountings.• Organize and maintain files diligently.• Draft petitions, orders, and other pleadings related to probate and trust administration.• Prepare deeds and related real estate documents.• Form and fund legal entities while maintaining compliance with the law.• Use skills such as Estate Tax Return, Probate & Estate Administration, Deeds, and Asset Allocation to perform tasks efficiently.

Paralegal We are seeking a diligent Paralegal to join our legal team located in San Francisco, California. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting attorneys with various aspects of family law cases, conducting legal research, and ensuring the efficient management of client files. This role will also require you to prepare legal documents, schedule meetings, and perform administrative tasks. Responsibilities:• Assist in the management of family law cases, including divorce, child custody, and spousal support cases• Draft and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and affidavits• Schedule and manage client meetings and court appearances• Effectively communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel• Assist attorneys in trial preparation, including the organization of exhibits and witness lists• Attend court hearings and provide assistance to attorneys during proceedings• Perform various administrative tasks such as filing and data entry• Utilize legal case management software for case tracking and management.• Maintain and organize client files and case documents in an efficient manner

Corporate Paralegal We are in the process of recruiting a Corporate Paralegal for our clients operations in Santa Clara, California. The role involves significant assistance with Corporate Subsidiary tasks, including filing and state qualifications, as well as dealing with board minutes and securities filings. This unique opportunity offers a long-term contract employment opportunity. This is an onsite role in Santa Clara and is a 6 month contract. Responsibilities: • Assist with managing external corporate secretarial services and overseeing corporate governance of both domestic and foreign entities.• Participate in the preparation of materials and logistics for board of directors and board committee meetings, while maintaining minute book records.• Handle the preparation of statutory filings and support other corporate governance functions.• Take responsibility for the document management of legal files.• Conduct legal research as required.• Provide assistance with miscellaneous projects as they arise.

Paralegal A well-established law firm situated in San Jose, California is looking for an experienced Paralegal to join their team. The ideal candidate will be adept at focusing on the processing of legal documents, maintaining accurate client records, and resolving legal inquiries. The Paralegal will also be responsible for monitoring case deadlines, court hearings, and discovery requests. Responsibilities:• Analyze law sources such as statutes, judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, constitutions, and legal codes, and prepare summaries or reports.• Organize, draft, and file legal documents and correspondence within the document management system.• Prepare draft discovery responses and ensure compliance with case deadlines.• Collect, categorize, and interpret data, including electronically stored information through eDiscovery software.• Review and analyze reports, responses, and records produced by opposing counsel.• Coordinate requests between multiple parties involved in litigation, maintaining regular communication with clients.• Assist attorneys in preparing for and attending depositions, including summarizing deposition transcripts.• Manage all details before, during, and after trial, which may occasionally include attendance and assistance at trial.• Record daily billable and non-billable hours accurately in the firm’s timekeeping system.• Adhere to all legal and ethical standards, maintaining client confidentiality and complying with firm policies.• Foster an atmosphere of teamwork and cooperation, working productively and cooperatively with other employees.A well established la

Paralegal Mid-sized law firm located in the Financial District in San Francisco is seeking a skilled Litigation Paralegal to join their team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for a wide range of duties, including but not limited to:<ul><li>Providing assistance to attorneys throughout all stages of litigation cases</li><li>Managing case-related tasks such as calendaring deadlines, scheduling appointments, and arranging meetings and depositions</li><li>Drafting and preparing litigation documents with meticulous attention to detail</li><li>Ensuring legal documents adhere to prescribed citation standards</li><li>Conducting factual investigations and legal research as required</li><li>Preparing for depositions, hearings, and trials by organizing exhibits and relevant materials</li><li>Assisting with case discovery, including document management and review</li><li>Handling the filing and service of legal documents, both electronically and in hard copy format</li></ul>

Paralegal Reputable law firm is seeking a paralegal/legal assistant to join their close-knit team. In this role, you will be tasked with handling legal documents, managing calendars, and addressing client inquiries. Responsibilities: • Managing and organizing discovery processes • Keeping track of case-related dates and deadlines through effective calendar management • Undertaking physical filing tasks to maintain and organize essential legal documents • Drafting and issuing subpoenas for business records as required • Monitoring and following up on legal matters and client inquiries in a timely manner

Paralegal Robert Half is recruiting a Paralegal for a premier plaintiff-side personal injury litigation law firm in San Francisco’s Financial District (near BART/MUNI/ferries). The Paralegal plays a pivotal role in assisting the attorneys with case management and court filings, calendaring for the litigation docket, 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:• Communicate with clients in person, over the phone, and via email;• Assist with drafting, formatting, proofreading, and finalizing correspondence, pleadings, demand letters, mediation briefs, and other legal documents;• Prepare and serve discovery;• File pleadings with both state and Federal trial courts;• Perform administrative duties, such as maintaining lawyers’ calendars, scheduling depositions and entering deadlines to the master calendar;• Process and handle incoming subpoenas and obtain medical records, including medical billing;• Create and maintain digital case files for each client;• Screen, process, direct, and prioritize incoming calls, emails, and mail; and• Take initiative to manage law firm marketing efforts. Desired qualifications:• 3+ years litigation legal assistance experience, with some plaintiffs’ PI law experience;• College degree, and preferably a Paralegal Certificate;• Knowledge of state and Federal (ECF / PACER) e-filing platforms and service processers (OneLegal), local court rules, and calendaring deadlines;• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English is a plus factor;• Good writing (including editing and proofreading) and verbal communication skills;• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, incl. ability to handle multiple projects; and• Solid word processing experience (MS Office Suite and Adobe) and database software proficiency (Dropbox and Filevine are a plus). This is a terrific direct-hire opportunity with a collaborative and very easygoing boutique law firm. Our client is offering a base salary range of $60,000 – 75,000/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 employment benefits including medical insurance plan coverage, 401k Plan, 3 weeks of paid time off (PTO), and paid firm holidays. The attorneys are flexible about occasionally changing schedule to attend to personal appointments. For confidential consideration, please email resume to Jon Lucchese, VP & Sr. Recruiting Mgr. - Permanent Placement Services Practice, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!

Paralegal We are offering an exciting in-house opportunity for a Transactional Real Estate Paralegal to be a part of our San Mateo team. In this role, you will handle a variety of landlord/tenant legal issues and other property operational legal matters. You will be instrumental in supporting the closing of acquisitions, dispositions, real estate joint ventures and financings, as well as managing the legal department's database of title reports, policies, and surveys. Responsibilities• Assist with the closing process of acquisitions, dispositions, and real estate joint ventures including title, survey, and zoning review.• Manage documentation for large transactions, ensuring correct execution and delivery of signature pages and compilation of final documents.• Oversee the process of obtaining title information such as ordering title reports, collaborating with company staff and third parties to resolve issues, and coordinating title insurance policies.• Handle escrow transactions for various land sales by coordinating escrow responsibilities, preparing closing documents, and creating closing instructions.• Draft and assist in the negotiation of a variety of documents, including leases and licenses, amendments to leases and licenses, estoppels, easements, NDAs, Termination Agreements, and other related commercial agreements.• Maintain the legal department's database of title reports, policies, and surveys, and prepare legal descriptions for real estate transactions as needed.• Manage inquiries related to property ownership, including researching the history and chain of title, confirming property ownership, and assisting with asset management related inquiries.• Be responsible for filing of environmental and other property condition reports and review of the same.• Provide inside and outside counsel with organizational documents, certificates, etc., in connection with transactions.• Organize leases, occupancy certificates, and service contracts for acquisition and disposition due diligence.

Paralegal We are looking for a Paralegal to join our team in San Rafael or Oakland, CA. Minimum 3 days/ week in office. Responsibilities:• Prepare and process a variety of legal documents including deeds, transfer letters, and affidavits of death• Carry out thorough legal research on various issues related to Business Law and Real Estate• Assist in the preparation of Business Formation documents, applying for EINs from the IRS, and handling designation of Registered Agent for Service of Process

Real Estate Paralegal Real Estate Paralegal A mid-sized and well-respected leader in real estate law is seeking a proficient Real Estate Paralegal to join their dynamic team. About the Role:The successful candidate will play an instrumental role in this legal team, supporting attorneys in a variety of real estate legal matters, with a focus on title and survey matters. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and revise real estate documents, with a focus on title and survey reviews. </li><li>Conduct legal research and perform administrative duties. </li><li>Liaise with clients, attorneys, and other professionals to gather and organize information relevant to transactions. </li><li>Coordinate closings and ensure all documents are appropriately prepared. </li><li>Contribute to the overall success of the firm by maintaining the highest standards of customer service and professional ethics.</li></ul>This Firm Offers:<ul><li>A collaborative and professional work environment. </li><li>Competitive compensation package. </li><li>A comprehensive benefit package. </li><li>Opportunity to work with highly experienced attorneys and a congenial team. </li></ul>

Trust & Estate Paralegal Our client, a well-established law firm, is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join their Estates & Trusts practice group in their Oakland office. This role involves trust administration, court-supervised probate administration, and estate planning. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in probate proceedings from initiation to final distribution and be comfortable managing a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assist with trust administration, including asset transfers, preparation of trust accountings, and beneficiary communications.</li><li>Handle court-supervised probate administration, managing cases from commencement to final distribution.</li><li>Draft and review estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance healthcare directives.</li><li>Prepare and file court documents, including petitions, motions, and inventories.</li><li>Conduct legal research and ensure compliance with California probate and trust laws.</li><li>Coordinate with clients, financial institutions, and court personnel to facilitate case progression.</li><li>Maintain organized case files and track deadlines to ensure timely filings.</li></ul>