We are seeking a Paralegal to join our team in Walnut Creek, California. This role is crucial to our operations, requiring the successful candidate to have a solid understanding of legal procedures, excellent case management skills, and the ability to handle complaints effectively. <br><br>Responsibilities:<br><br>• Handle all aspects of litigation, including filing lawsuits, preparing legal documents, and managing court proceedings.<br>• Utilize case management software to effectively handle all cases.<br>• Use LexisNexis for legal research and to stay current on relevant laws and regulations.<br>• Create and manage Excel spreadsheets to track case progression and client information.<br>• Oversee billing functions to ensure all legal services are accurately billed and collected.<br>• Draft and prepare legal briefings for review by attorneys.<br>• Manage calendars and schedule meetings, court dates, and other important events.<br>• Administer claims and handle all aspects of complaint resolution.<br>• Utilize Adobe Acrobat for document management purposes.<br>• Ensure all actions taken in carrying out responsibilities support the goal of providing excellent client service.
<p>Our client, a busy mid-sized litigation firm in Walnut Creek, is seeking a skilled Labor & Employment Paralegal to support attorneys in a high-volume practice handling wage & hour, discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination claims. This is a contract opportunity with potential to extend or convert and offers a hybrid work schedule.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Draft and respond to written discovery (interrogatories, requests for production/admission)</li><li>Assist attorneys with motions, pleadings, and briefs for state and federal court</li><li>Conduct legal research and fact investigations on labor and employment claims</li><li>Prepare case chronologies, witness binders, and trial exhibits</li><li>Coordinate depositions, mediations, and hearings; manage calendars and logistics</li><li>Maintain organized case files and deadlines using docketing systems</li><li>Support attorneys with client communication and intake</li></ul>
<p>Well-known real estate law firm in Walnut Creek seeking an experienced Real Estate Paralegal with landlord/tenant expertise. This is a great opportunity to join a reputable team and support high-volume real estate litigation matters with a clear path to full-time employment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with case management, docketing, and file organization</li><li>Handle discovery, including propounding, responding, and document production</li><li>Support trial preparation, including exhibits, witness files, and trial binders</li><li>Draft pleadings, notices, and routine legal documents</li><li>Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel as needed</li><li>Maintain accurate billing records</li></ul>
<p>Midsized law firm is seeking a skilled Litigation Paralegal to join their team. In this role, you will provide comprehensive litigation support to attorneys, ensuring cases are handled efficiently from start to finish. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex legal matters while utilizing cutting-edge e-discovery technology and collaborating with a dynamic team.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage case workflows from initiation through resolution, including trial or settlement and post-trial activities.</p><p>• Draft, review, and edit legal documents, ensuring citation accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Oversee document reviews and leverage e-discovery tools to organize, search, and produce relevant data.</p><p>• Coordinate and manage document productions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Assist with preparation for depositions and hearings by compiling exhibits and creating witness outlines.</p><p>• Perform litigation support tasks such as Bates stamping, hyperlinking PDFs, and managing litigation deadlines.</p><p>• Draft subpoenas and facilitate their proper service, while obtaining necessary documents from third parties.</p><p>• Collaborate with vendors to secure litigation support services and resources.</p><p>• Conduct legal research and monitor pending decisions relevant to ongoing cases.</p><p>• Maintain accurate and detailed billable time entries, ensuring compliance with annual billing requirements.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Patent Prosecution Paralegal to join our team in Santa Clara, California. The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of patent processes and procedures, including U.S. filings, international coordination, and client communications. This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where attention to detail and organizational skills are key.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and file U.S. patent applications, amendments, appeals, and maintenance fees, ensuring compliance with all required protocols.<br>• Coordinate international patent prosecution activities, including liaising with foreign counsel and managing annuity payments.<br>• Manage docketing and calendaring tasks to track deadlines and maintain accurate records.<br>• Compile and deliver detailed status reports to clients, providing clear updates on case progress.<br>• Communicate effectively with clients to address inquiries and ensure smooth handling of patent matters.<br>• Support billing activities by reviewing and processing invoices related to prosecution tasks.<br>• Utilize case management software to organize and maintain documentation efficiently.<br>• Assist with discovery, trial preparation, and civil litigation tasks as needed.<br>• Collaborate with team members to streamline workflows and improve operational efficiency.
We are looking for an experienced Family Law Paralegal to join our team in Menlo Park, California. This role offers the chance to work on a variety of complex legal matters while contributing to a dynamic and collaborative environment. The position follows a hybrid schedule, requiring in-office presence two days per week.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide attorneys with support in family law cases, including divorce proceedings, child custody disputes, property division, and marital agreements.<br>• Maintain and organize client records in electronic formats, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.<br>• Conduct legal research, manage attorney calendars, monitor court deadlines, and act as a point of contact between clients and attorneys.<br>• Draft legal documents such as pleadings, forms, and discovery materials, as well as coordinate court filings and process serving.<br>• Assist attorneys in trial preparation by creating pleadings, trial notes, and exhibit binders.<br>• Compile and serve discovery requests and responses in a timely manner.<br>• Arrange and oversee the preparation of materials for hearings, mediation sessions, and settlement conferences.<br>• Ensure compliance with local court rules and deadlines while managing administrative tasks efficiently.
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a respected education entity seeking an experienced Public Records Paralegal to support their legal team. This fully remote role offers the opportunity to handle impactful public-sector work while maintaining a flexible, work-from-home schedule.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage all aspects of <strong>California Public Records Act (CPRA)</strong> requests</li><li>Track, review, and process incoming public records requests</li><li>Coordinate with internal departments to collect, organize, and produce responsive documents</li><li>Conduct privilege reviews and apply appropriate redactions</li><li>Maintain accurate logs, timelines, and compliance documentation</li><li>Communicate with requestors and stakeholders professionally and timely</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Well-known corporation seeking an experienced Corporate/Securities Paralegal to support their in-house legal team. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-visibility corporate governance and securities matters within a reputable, established organization. The Paralegal is required to go on-site in San Ramon 1 day per week. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and assist with SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K</li><li>Manage Section 16 filings (Forms 3, 4, 5)</li><li>Support board and committee governance, including drafting meeting minutes, resolutions, and board books</li><li>Maintain corporate records, entity management, and compliance calendars</li><li>Assist with special projects, research, and corporate transactions as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p> </p><p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Operations Specialist to join our client's dynamic legal team. This role will focus on streamlining processes, managing legal technology tools, and supporting compliance initiatives to ensure efficiency across the organization. This is a hybrid position requiring one day per week onsite in Oakland, CA.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee and optimize legal workflows, including contract lifecycle management and matter tracking.</li><li>Implement and maintain legal technology platforms (e.g., CLM systems, e-billing, document management).</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Finance, Procurement, HR) to ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Manage vendor relationships and assist with outside counsel billing and budget tracking.</li><li>Develop dashboards and reports to monitor legal metrics and performance.</li><li>Support contract review and assist with drafting standard agreements under attorney supervision.</li><li>Coordinate internal audits and assist with risk management initiatives.</li><li>Maintain accurate records and ensure timely filing of corporate documents and regulatory submissions.</li></ul>
<p>We are partnering with a Bay Area public agency to source a Legal Assistant who will provide full-time temporary coverage while their current legal assistant serves in an acting role. In this assignment, you will play a key part in supporting a team of attorneys by coordinating daily administrative needs, organizing information, and helping ensure smooth departmental operations. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, comfort navigating multiple tasks simultaneously, and the professionalism needed to support attorneys in a public-sector legal environment. This onsite role can start as soon as December 22 and offers a great opportunity for candidates with strong administrative skills, public-sector interest, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Provide daily administrative support to attorneys, including task coordination and general assistance.</li><li>Schedule and manage meetings, attorney calendars, and departmental workflows.</li><li>Track activities, progress, and internal data using Microsoft Excel.</li><li>Collect, organize, and prepare documents for Public Records Act (PRA) requests.</li><li>Assist with additional legal and administrative tasks as needed to ensure smooth office operations.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>A prominent municipal entity in Oakland is seeking a skilled Civil Litigation Secretary to join their legal team on a long-term contract and hybrid basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional with strong civil litigation support experience, and someone seeking flexibility to work 3 days remote, and 2 days on-site!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Perform high-volume state and federal e-filing</li><li>Manage complex calendaring, deadlines, and court schedules</li><li>Draft, revise, and format litigation documents, including TOAs/TOCs</li><li>Support attorneys with administrative and litigation tasks</li><li>Maintain organized case files and assist with document preparation</li></ul>
