64 results for Contracts Paralegal in San Mateo, CA

Litigation Paralegal

San Jose, CA
onsite
Temporary
40 - 50 USD / Hourly
Litigation Paralegal Our team is seeking a skilled Litigation Paralegal with 5+ years of litigation experience and current paralegal certification to support dynamic attorneys in a fast-paced legal environment. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong case management skills and a deep understanding of legal procedures and relevant technologies. This Litigation Paralegal role is full-time and on-site in the San Jose area. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide comprehensive litigation support through all phases of civil and commercial litigation, including pre-trial, trial, and post-trial activities</li><li>Draft and manage legal documents such as pleadings, discovery requests/responses, subpoenas, affidavits, and correspondence</li><li>Conduct legal research and cite checking using legal databases and resources</li><li>Organize and manage case files, eDiscovery data, and evidence—including electronic records and physical documents</li><li>Coordinate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel for scheduling, filings, and case updates</li><li>Assist with trial preparation, including creation of trial binders, exhibits, and witness lists</li><li>Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to legal ethics and compliance guidelines</li><li>Monitor case deadlines and ensure timely filing with courts and agencies</li><li>Prepare summaries and analysis of depositions, documents, and discovery</li><li>Support attorneys in hearings, mediations, settlements, and trial proceedings</li></ul>
2026-02-20T00:00:00Z

Litigation Paralegal

San Jose, CA
onsite
Temporary
40 - 55 USD / Hourly
A well-established civil litigation firm in San Jose, CA is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join their dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to work alongside accomplished attorneys on diverse and challenging civil litigation matters. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Support attorneys throughout all phases of the litigation process in state and federal courts</li><li>Draft, review, and file legal documents such as pleadings, discovery requests/responses, subpoenas, and motions</li><li>Manage complex case files; maintain and organize case documents and discovery materials</li><li>Assist with trial preparation, including preparation of exhibits, witness lists, and trial binders</li><li>Perform legal research and summarize findings for attorney review</li><li>Schedule depositions, hearings, and meetings; coordinate with clients, witnesses, and experts</li><li>Monitor case deadlines and maintain litigation calendars</li></ul>
2026-02-27T00:00:00Z

Real Estate Paralegal

Santa Clara, CA
onsite
Temporary
40 - 60 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a skilled Real Estate Paralegal to join our team onsite in Santa Clara! This role is ideal for a detail-oriented Real Estate Paralegal ready to support our legal department with lease review, loan document preparation, and transactional real estate matters. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Review, draft, and organize commercial and residential lease agreements.</li><li>Prepare and manage loan documents and assist with real estate closings.</li><li>Conduct due diligence, including reviewing title, survey, and zoning documents.</li><li>Coordinate with attorneys, clients, lenders, and third parties to gather necessary documentation and ensure timely transaction processes.</li><li>Maintain organized files and databases for all real estate and loan transactions.</li><li>Monitor critical dates and ensure all deadlines and requirements are met.</li><li>Research local property laws, ordinances, and regulations as needed.</li><li>Assist with the preparation of closing checklists, settlement statements, and funding memos.</li></ul>
2026-02-26T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Los Altos, CA
onsite
Permanent
85000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join our boutique estate planning and trust administration practice in Los Altos, California. This position requires a motivated and meticulous individual who thrives in a collaborative environment and possesses expertise in all aspects of trust and estate administration. You will work closely with attorneys, clients, fiduciaries, and support staff, managing complex cases and meeting deadlines with precision. Responsibilities: • Organize and analyze asset information to support trust and estate administration processes. • Assist in appraising and valuing assets, including strategies for asset allocation and subtrust funding. • Prepare inventories, asset allocation agreements, and transfer documents for trust and estate matters. • Draft and file court pleadings such as Probate petitions, Spousal Property petitions, and Trust Reformation petitions. • Manage court filings, eFilings, discovery processes, and service of legal documents. • Research and prepare deeds and supporting documents for real property transfers, including grant deeds and quitclaim deeds. • Create fiduciary reports and accountings to ensure compliance and accuracy. • Review and prepare Estate and Gift Tax returns with attention to detail. • Maintain organized physical and electronic client files for seamless access and management.
2026-02-20T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

San Jose, CA
onsite
Temporary
35 - 45 USD / Hourly
Join a small, collaborative legal team as a Paralegal supporting real estate litigation and transactional work at our law firm. We are seeking a certified Paralegal with a proactive work ethic and exceptional initiative for a contract-to-hire opportunity. Flexible scheduling is available: choose full-time with on-site/in-person and remote options, or part-time fully remote at six hours per day. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Support attorneys' mostly in real estate litigation and on transactional matters</li><li>Prepare and manage templates and basic pleadings</li><li>Perform e-filing and calendaring for case management</li><li>Assist with discovery and respond to motions (prior motion-drafting is a plus, but not required)</li><li>Regularly communicate with clients for information/responses</li><li>Create and organize legal files; in-office work will include secretarial duties and handling physical files</li><li>Utilize knowledge of California law and court processes</li></ul>
2026-02-16T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

San Jose, CA
onsite
Permanent
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
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.
2026-02-06T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent
70000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
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
2026-02-09T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Oakland, CA
onsite
Permanent
75000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
Plaintiff firm is seeking a Paralegal to join their litigation team in Oakland, California. This role focuses on supporting personal injury cases and offers the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, combining in-office collaboration with remote flexibility. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive under deadlines in a fast-paced legal setting. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience + a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefit. Responsibilities:• Draft and proofread legal documents such as discovery requests, motions, memoranda, and correspondence.• Maintain and organize case files, ensuring deadlines are calendared and court appearances are scheduled accurately.• Prepare materials for motions and trials, including exhibits and evidence.• Review and analyze case files, medical records, and other pertinent documents.• Serve as a point of contact for clients, expert witnesses, and other key parties.• Ensure all filings and processes comply with local, state, and federal court rules.• Coordinate attorney schedules and assist in managing daily workflows.• Conduct legal research to support case preparation and strategy.• Utilize case management software to track and manage case progress effectively.
2026-02-13T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Menlo Park, CA
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
45 - 55 USD / Hourly
National law firm has an immediate opening for a Trademark Litigation Paralegal in Menlo Park, CA! This Trademark Litigation Paralegal will provide complex case support to attorneys in all phases of trademark litigation including discovery, trial, and appeal. The ideal candidate will work in a hybrid capacity, with an initial on-site training period requiring three to four days per week, transitioning to two to three days on-site and the remaining remote thereafter. Paralegals will at least 2-5+ years of litigation experience, including trademark litigation, are encouraged to apply! Responsibilities:<ul><li>Initiate and maintain docketing within Firm’s CompuLaw system and monitor trial calendars.</li><li>Draft pleadings and discovery documents. </li><li>Draft routine litigation documents including subpoenas, notices of deposition, templates for discovery responses, templates for other motion related responses.</li><li>Assist in all aspects of deposition preparation.</li><li>Manage document production process including performing document production reviews, preparing outlines and exhibits, creating privilege logs and electronic discovery logs.</li><li>Assist in preparation of pre-trial order and update interim status reports to clients.</li><li>Manage litigation support resources assigned to the matter.</li><li> Participate in all aspects of trial preparation including coordinating logistics.</li><li>Prepare exhibits, deposition designations, maintain trial exhibit log, and coordinate war room design and setup.</li><li>Conduct legal (or other) research as requested, including Westlaw, and cite checking.</li><li>Trademark enforcement investigations of newly filed USPTO trademark applications.</li><li>Trademark enforcement investigations of unlawful or unauthorized common law uses of trademarks.</li></ul>
2026-02-06T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Emeryville, CA
remote
Permanent
75000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
Bay Area law firm is seeking an experienced Insurance Litigation Paralegal to join their team in California. This position focuses on insurance coverage litigation and involves working remotely with a dynamic group of professionals. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting attorneys through all stages of litigation while ensuring efficiency and organization in complex cases. Responsibilities:• Provide comprehensive support to attorneys during all phases of insurance coverage litigation, including research, drafting pleadings, discovery, and trial preparation.• Maintain and organize case files, exhibits, and litigation schedules to ensure smooth case management.• Draft, review, and edit legal documents such as correspondence, motions, and pleadings.• Facilitate communication with clients, witnesses, experts, and court personnel to coordinate case activities.• Conduct in-depth legal research and summarize findings to assist attorneys in case strategy.• Manage electronic discovery processes and maintain digital records efficiently.• Monitor deadlines and ensure timely filing of court documents.• Collaborate with the legal team to prepare trial exhibits and presentations.• Stay updated on court filing requirements and legal procedures to ensure compliance.
2026-02-23T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Oakland, CA
onsite
Permanent
79000 - 103000 USD / Yearly
Established plaintiff firm is seeking a Paralegal to join their dynamic team in Oakland, California. As part of a plaintiff-focused personal injury firm, you will play a critical role in supporting attorneys and advocating for clients seeking justice. This position offers a meaningful opportunity to make a difference in people's lives while working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience + a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefit. Responsibilities:• Assist attorneys in all stages of personal injury cases, from initial intake to resolution.• Draft, review, and file legal documents, including pleadings and correspondence.• Maintain regular communication with clients, medical providers, and insurance companies.• Organize case files, track deadlines, and manage calendars to ensure timely progress.• Prepare discovery responses, settlement documents, and trial-related materials.• Conduct administrative tasks such as document management and data entry.• Uphold confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions with clients and stakeholders.• Collaborate with the legal team to ensure streamlined case management and effective support.
2026-02-13T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent
85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
A well-established law firm specializing in Real Estate/Landlord-Tenant is seeking a motivated and experienced Paralegal to join their dynamic team. This is a full-time, hybrid or remote flexible opportunity where you'll play a vital role in assisting attorneys with all stages of litigation while working alongside seasoned legal professionals. Responsibilities• Conducting legal fact finding and basic legal research as needed• Draft legal documents• Assisting in managing cases, ensuring all details are handled in a timely manner• Organizing pleadings and filing them electronically• Coordinating and scheduling calendars to ensure all important dates and deadlines are accounted for• Assisting attorneys in trial preparation to ensure all necessary documents and information are in order• Maintaining case files, ensuring they are up to date and easily accessible• Responding to ad-hoc requests and completing them as necessary
2026-02-09T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Pleasanton, CA
onsite
Temporary
40 - 45 USD / Hourly
A well-known and reputable retail company is seeking an experienced Contract In-House Litigation Paralegal to support a high-volume employment and litigation function during a temporary leave. This role is critical to maintaining subpoena compliance, managing legal intake, and ensuring accurate tracking and coordination across internal stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal who thrives in a fast-paced, in-house legal environment and is comfortable handling large volumes of sensitive employment-related requests. This role will be contract, with potential for hire if a good fit on both ends. Candidates must be willing to work on-site in Pleasanton. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage a centralized subpoena and legal request inbox, triaging and routing matters to appropriate internal teams</li><li>Track and coordinate 1,000+ employment-related subpoenas, garnishments, and personnel record requests annually</li><li>Maintain and update legal trackers to ensure deadlines, responses, and compliance obligations are met</li><li>Coordinate with internal legal, HR, payroll, and outside counsel as needed</li><li>Support document execution workflows using DocuSign</li><li>Ensure accurate documentation, recordkeeping, and audit readiness</li><li>Assist with general litigation support and administrative legal tasks as required</li></ul>
2026-02-10T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Redwood City, CA
onsite
Permanent
75000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join our litigation team. This role focuses on supporting complex litigation cases, requiring someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is skilled at managing multiple priorities. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and adept at collaborating with attorneys and senior paralegals to ensure the efficient progression of legal matters. Responsibilities:• Assist litigation teams in managing cases through all stages, from initial filings to trial.• Review, cite-check, and prepare legal documents for court submissions.• Handle electronic filing and service of legal documents while ensuring compliance with court procedures.• Organize and maintain case files, including deposition indexes and production databases.• Support document production efforts and update databases with relevant case information.• Coordinate trial preparations and provide on-site support during proceedings.• Collaborate closely with senior paralegals and attorneys to ensure seamless case management.• Work overtime as needed to meet deadlines and support litigation demands.
2026-02-06T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Emeryville, CA
remote
Temporary
40 - 50 USD / Hourly
A well-established, carrier-side insurance litigation and coverage firm is seeking a contract-to-hire Remote Litigation Paralegal to join its collaborative team. This is a newly created position due to growth—offering the opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys in a firm that values long-term relationships and flexibility.This role is ideal for a litigation paralegal with insurance coverage experience who thrives in a substantive, research-driven environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Support attorneys in insurance coverage matters</li><li>Conduct legal research and draft memoranda</li><li>Manage written discovery, including drafting and responding to discovery requests</li><li>Analyze insurance claim files and policies</li><li>Assist with document review and production</li><li>Prepare case materials for hearings, depositions, and trial</li><li>Support billing functions in Clio and maintain organized case files</li></ul>
2026-02-24T00:00:00Z

Corporate Paralegal

Palo Alto, CA
onsite
Permanent
125000 - 145000 USD / Yearly
Unlock Your Legal Career: Join Us as a Real Estate Paralegal in Palo Alto!Are you a driven and detail-oriented legal professional ready to make a real impact? We invite you to become an essential part of our in-house legal team as our next Corporate Paralegal! Work alongside accomplished attorneys in a collaborative, high-performance legal environment where your contributions are valued and your expertise can thrive. Compensation Range: $125k-$145k with a bonus potential up to 10% of the annual base pay. Why You’ll Love This Role:<ul><li>Impactful Work: Support strategic corporate initiatives by managing key governance, compliance, and real estate transactions that shape our company’s success.</li><li>Diverse Challenges: Tackle sophisticated projects involving multi-jurisdictional entity management, high-stakes financings, and complex acquisitions. Every day brings new opportunities to grow your skill set.</li><li>Professional Growth: Gain hands-on experience working directly with senior attorneys and leaders. You’ll play a critical role in transaction execution, entity management, and process optimization.</li><li>Cutting-Edge Environment: Join a forward-thinking legal department that leverages modern technology and best practices to drive efficiency and results.</li><li>Work-Life Balance: Enjoy predictable hours in a supportive culture, with the flexibility of partial remote work in beautiful Palo Alto.</li></ul>What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Draft and review corporate governance documents, board resolutions, and compliance filings.</li><li>Manage entity formations, dissolutions, and registrations across multiple states or countries while maintaining accurate records.</li><li>Assist with due diligence for acquisitions, financings, and joint ventures—prepare transaction summaries and coordinate closings.</li><li>Prepare and review documents for real estate deals and property management, upholding accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Maintain legal databases and facilitate the execution and filing of essential documents.</li><li>Collaborate with outside counsel, title companies, and colleagues across departments.</li><li>Tackle new challenges and support process improvements across our legal operations.</li></ul>
2026-02-13T00:00:00Z

Corporate Paralegal

Santa Clara, CA
onsite
Temporary
50 - 60 USD / Hourly
Established technology company is seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join their growing legal team! This role is on-site in Santa Clara and offers the opportunity to support a dynamic legal department within a leading technology company. As a Corporate Paralegal with this organization, you'll be responsible for assisting attorneys with corporate governance, subsidiary maintanece, and corporate transactions. This is a part-time role, 30 hours a week, and requires on-site work in Santa Clara, CA. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of relevant experience, including handling subsidiary maintenance; Notary Public certification is preferred but not required. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Maintain corporate records and manage entity governance for domestic and international subsidiaries</li><li>Prepare and file annual reports and other compliance filings</li><li>Support the formation, dissolution, and restructuring of legal entities</li><li>Coordinate signatures and notarize documents as needed (Notary preferred)</li><li>Organize and maintain minute books, resolutions, and other legal documents</li><li>Assist with corporate transactions and due diligence</li><li>Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external counsel as required</li><li>Provide general support to the legal team on corporate matters</li></ul>
2026-02-20T00:00:00Z

Corporate Paralegal

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join our team in San Francisco, California. In this role, you will ensure the effective administration of health and welfare plans, focusing on third-party liability and subrogation claims. This position requires a highly organized, detail-oriented individual with strong decision-making and negotiation skills, capable of managing multiple priorities while delivering exceptional service. Responsibilities: • Conduct thorough due diligence to manage all aspects of third-party liability and subrogation claims. • Initiate and maintain communication with members, dependents, attorneys, employers, and insurance carriers. • Pursue and recover subrogation claims efficiently, negotiating settlements with carriers, attorneys, and other parties. • Oversee the collection and repayment of liens, subrogation, and other overpaid benefits. • Ensure compliance with administrative, operational, and regulatory procedures for welfare plan administration. • Supervise and provide training to support staff and direct reports to maintain productivity and service standards. • Address additional health and welfare benefits administration tasks to achieve quality and member satisfaction. • Collaborate with senior management on assigned projects to meet organizational goals.
2026-02-23T00:00:00Z

Corporate Paralegal

San Jose, CA
onsite
Permanent
115000 - 175000 USD / Yearly
Inhouse legal team is seeking a Corporate Paralegal/Senior Legal Assistant to join their team in San Jose, CA. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a company that is reshaping the future of energy. As a key member of the Legal Department, you will provide advanced administrative and legal support, ensuring the smooth operation of corporate governance and legal processes. This role offers excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k. Responsibilities:• Provide direct administrative and legal support to the Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary.• Manage legal invoices, set up purchase orders, and track expenses to maintain alignment with budgetary goals.• Prepare and distribute Board of Directors meeting materials, draft agendas and consents, and oversee compliance with governance requirements.• Maintain corporate records, assist with entity formation, and handle annual filings to support subsidiary governance.• Organize, draft, review, and archive contracts, agreements, and other critical legal documents.• Coordinate document execution processes, including electronic signatures and contract lifecycle management systems.• Update and maintain legal knowledge databases and systems to ensure accessibility and accuracy.• Conduct research on legal matters and create summaries or reports to support decision-making.• Facilitate onboarding and training for new Legal team members to ensure seamless integration.• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to address legal inquiries and improve department processes.
2026-02-24T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant/Paralegal

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent
70000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
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.
2026-02-06T00:00:00Z

Paralegal / Legal Assistant

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent
55000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
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 $70,000 – 90,000/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!
2026-03-03T00:00:00Z

Contract Specialist

Palo Alto, CA
onsite
Temporary
35 - 50 USD / Hourly
A Brief Overview:The hybrid Contract Administrator role in Palo Alto, CA is responsible for managing requests for new contracts and amendments to existing agreements, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements. This role provides approved contract templates and language to stakeholders; coordinates required legal and business revisions and oversees execution through full signature. The Contract Administrator also maintains the master contract database and facilitates timely contract renewals or terminations prior to expiration. What you will do:<ul><li>Responds to contract-related inquiries and supports stakeholders throughout the contracting process in a timely manner.</li><li>Ensures compliance with internal policies, standard operating procedures, and applicable state and federal regulations.</li><li>Receives and processes requests for new contracts and amendments, securing approvals from internal leadership.</li><li>Partners with internal leaders and staff to populate approved contract templates.</li><li>Coordinates legal review and approval of contracts prior to execution.</li><li>Manages contract signature workflows and ensures full execution.</li><li>Actively oversees a large volume of contracts, ensuring expiration notices are identified and addressed at least 90 days prior to contract end dates.</li><li>Organizes and documents contract activity using electronic contract logs, filing systems, and contract management databases.</li><li>Updates and maintains the electronic contract management database.</li><li>Generates and analyzes contract reports using Microsoft Excel.</li><li>Identifies opportunities to streamline contract operations and implements process improvements.</li><li>Performs additional duties as assigned.</li></ul>
2026-03-03T00:00:00Z

Assistant General Counsel, Clinical Contracts

Menlo Park, CA
remote
Permanent
230000 - 280000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for experienced Assistant General Counsel specializing in clinical contracts. In this role, you will oversee contract management processes, ensuring agreements across various departments align with company goals and regulatory requirements. This position offers an opportunity to collaborate with diverse teams, safeguard the company from legal risks, and contribute to operational success. Responsibilities:• Provide expert legal guidance in the negotiation, review, and execution of contracts across departments, including clinical operations, research and development, medical affairs, and finance.• Develop, update, and implement company policies and procedures related to contract review, ensuring compliance with legal standards and operational efficiency.• Draft and negotiate a variety of agreements, such as clinical trial contracts, strategic collaborations, vendor agreements, and confidentiality agreements.• Supervise entry-level legal staff, addressing escalated contract issues and ensuring adherence to departmental guidelines.• Act as the primary legal liaison between internal teams and external entities, resolving contractual matters effectively and escalating issues when necessary.• Respond promptly to complex inquiries regarding contractual obligations and propose solutions that balance business goals and risk mitigation.• Collaborate with specialized legal counsel and compliance teams to address intellectual property, regulatory, and commercial concerns within agreements.• Identify potential risks in contracts and recommend strategies to minimize exposure while supporting business objectives.• Ensure training and support for relevant departments on updated contract policies and procedures.• Continuously improve contract management processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
2026-02-21T00:00:00Z

Commercial Litigation Attorney

San Jose, CA
onsite
Permanent
180000 - 225000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Commercial Litigation Attorney to join our team in San Jose, California. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience handling complex commercial litigation cases and possess a strong ability to navigate all phases of the litigation process. This role requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work closely with clients and colleagues in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities:• Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis to support commercial litigation cases.• Draft high-quality pleadings, motions, and briefs with precision and clarity.• Represent clients in court proceedings, including motions, depositions, mediations, and arbitrations.• Collaborate with partners and other team members to develop case strategies and plans.• Manage a diverse caseload effectively while maintaining attention to deadlines and priorities.• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, judges, and mediators to ensure effective case management.• Take a leading role in fact investigations and discovery processes, including drafting requests and responses.• Participate in settlement negotiations and mediation sessions to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.• Stay up-to-date on relevant legal developments and apply them to case strategies.
2026-02-06T00:00:00Z

Litigation Legal Secretary

Mill Valley, CA
onsite
Permanent
75000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is recruiting a Litigation Secretary for a highly regarded plaintiff-side personal injury and civil rights litigation law firm in the North Bay. The Legal Secretary will play a pivotal role in keeping the office functioning efficiently, assisting the partners with court filings, coordinating meetings, maintaining electronic case files, and working with clients to gather information and documents for discovery. A good candidate is organized, diligent, can work both independently and as part of a team, and is passionate about helping individual and family clients achieve justice and full recovery. Principle responsibilities:• Format, proofread, and finalize detailed correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents;• File pleadings with both state and Federal trial courts;• Work with paralegal to prepare and serve discovery;• Process and handle incoming subpoenas and obtain medical records;• Communicate with clients in person, over the phone, and via email;• Create and maintain digital case files for each client;• Perform administrative duties, such as maintaining lawyers’ calendars, scheduling depositions and entering deadlines to the master calendar; and• Screen, process, direct, and prioritize incoming calls, emails, and mail. Desired qualifications:• 5+ year litigation legal assistant experience;• Knowledge of state and Federal (ECF) e-filing platforms, rules, and eDockets is preferred;• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English is a plus factor;• Good written (including editing and proofreading) and verbal communication skills;• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, incl. ability to handle multiple projects;• Strong time management skills to handle multiple tasks with competing deadlines efficiently; and• Solid office software, word processing, database maintenance, and internet research skills. This is a terrific direct-hire opportunity with some telecommute flexibility to work remotely part of the week. Our client is offering an annual base salary range of $75,000 – 100,000+/year, depending on experience, for a regular 35-hour workweek (7-hour workday). Some overtime available, but it’s not common. There is bonus compensation and some employment benefits including HMO medical insurance plan, commuter checks, disability insurance, 401k Plan after at least one years of service, and paid vacation and paid sick leave. The attorneys and the office are very friendly and is a nice place to work. For confidential consideration, please email resume to Jon Lucchese, VP & Sr. Recruiting Mgr. for Permanent Placement Services, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!
2026-02-11T00:00:00Z