We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Family Law Paralegal to join our dynamic team in San Jose, California. This role involves providing essential legal support to attorneys, managing a variety of family law cases, and ensuring the highest level of service to clients. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a strong understanding of California family law, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Assist attorneys in handling family law cases, including divorce, child custody, spousal support, restraining orders, and adoption.<br>• Draft and prepare legal documents such as pleadings, motions, declarations, stipulations, and discovery responses in compliance with California Family Code and local court rules.<br>• Coordinate and manage court filings, ensuring accuracy and timely submission using e-filing systems.<br>• Communicate with clients to gather necessary documentation, prepare them for hearings, depositions, and mediations, while maintaining strict confidentiality.<br>• Conduct legal research and compile evidence to support case strategies and trial preparation.<br>• Organize case files, exhibits, and trial binders to ensure attorneys are fully prepared for proceedings.<br>• Draft, review, and organize discovery requests and responses, including interrogatories, requests for production, and subpoenas.<br>• Maintain detailed calendars for attorneys, tracking deadlines, hearings, depositions, and court appearances.<br>• Utilize legal case management software to organize and maintain both electronic and physical case files.<br>• Adhere to firm policies and ethical rules, ensuring compliance with all court regulations.
<p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Principle responsibilities:</p><p>• Communicate with clients in person, over the phone, and via email;</p><p>• Assist with drafting, formatting, proofreading, and finalizing correspondence, pleadings, demand letters, mediation briefs, and other legal documents;</p><p>• Prepare and serve discovery;</p><p>• File pleadings with both state and Federal trial courts;</p><p>• Perform administrative duties, such as maintaining lawyers’ calendars, scheduling depositions and entering deadlines to the master calendar;</p><p>• Process and handle incoming subpoenas and obtain medical records, including medical billing;</p><p>• Create and maintain digital case files for each client;</p><p>• Screen, process, direct, and prioritize incoming calls, emails, and mail; and</p><p>• Take initiative to manage law firm marketing efforts.</p><p><br></p><p>Desired qualifications:</p><p>• 3+ years litigation legal assistance experience, with some plaintiffs’ PI law experience;</p><p>• College degree, and preferably a Paralegal Certificate;</p><p>• Knowledge of state and Federal (ECF / PACER) e-filing platforms and service processers (OneLegal), local court rules, and calendaring deadlines;</p><p>• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English is a plus factor;</p><p>• Good writing (including editing and proofreading) and verbal communication skills;</p><p>• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, incl. ability to handle multiple projects; and</p><p>• Solid word processing experience (MS Office Suite and Adobe) and database software proficiency (Dropbox and Filevine are a plus).</p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>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!</p>
<p>Semiconductor company has an immediate opening for a skilled and detail-oriented <strong>Patent Prosecution Paralegal</strong> to join our legal team. This position is ideal for a candidate with at least two years of experience in patent prosecution, including hands-on knowledge of U.S. patent regulations and procedures. The paralegal will be responsible for assisting attorneys in preparing, managing, and filing patent-related documents, ensuring compliance with USPTO (U.S. Patent and Trademark Office) requirements, and maintaining accurate records throughout the patent lifecycle. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a growing organization's intellectual property (IP) portfolio while utilizing your highly specialized skills.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>U.S. Patent Prosecution Support</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Filing with USPTO:</strong> Prepare and file patent applications, office action responses, information disclosure statements, and other related USPTO filings.</li><li><strong>Docketing Management:</strong> Review and docket incoming USPTO correspondence and deadlines, ensuring all actions are tracked and completed in a timely manner.</li><li><strong>Recording Assignments and Power of Attorneys (POAs):</strong> Prepare, file, and manage recording of patent assignments and Power of Attorney documents with the USPTO.</li></ul><p><strong>Administrative Duties</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain and update case files, ensuring all documentation is current and easily accessible.</li><li>Collaborate with attorneys and inventors to gather required documentation and information for filings.</li><li>Monitor and process routine patent file updates, including status reports and reminders for due dates.</li></ul><p><strong>Patent Portfolio Management</strong></p><ul><li>Assist in maintaining accurate records in patent portfolio management databases.</li><li>Track the status of patent applications throughout their lifecycle, including prosecution, maintenance, and renewals (as applicable).</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Semiconductor company has an immediate opening for a skilled and detail-oriented <strong>Patent Prosecution Paralegal</strong> to join our legal team. This position is ideal for a candidate with at least two years of experience in patent prosecution, including hands-on knowledge of U.S. patent regulations and procedures. The paralegal will be responsible for assisting attorneys in preparing, managing, and filing patent-related documents, ensuring compliance with USPTO (U.S. Patent and Trademark Office) requirements, and maintaining accurate records throughout the patent lifecycle. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a growing organization's intellectual property (IP) portfolio while utilizing your highly specialized skills.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>U.S. Patent Prosecution Support</strong></p><ul><li>Filing with USPTO: Prepare and file patent applications, office action responses, information disclosure statements, and other related USPTO filings.</li><li>Docketing Management: Review and docket incoming USPTO correspondence and deadlines, ensuring all actions are tracked and completed in a timely manner.</li><li>Recording Assignments and Power of Attorneys (POAs): Prepare, file, and manage recording of patent assignments and Power of Attorney documents with the USPTO.</li></ul><p><strong>Administrative Duties</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain and update case files, ensuring all documentation is current and easily accessible.</li><li>Collaborate with attorneys and inventors to gather required documentation and information for filings.</li><li>Monitor and process routine patent file updates, including status reports and reminders for due dates.</li></ul><p><strong>Patent Portfolio Management</strong></p><ul><li>Assist in maintaining accurate records in patent portfolio management databases.</li><li>Track the status of patent applications throughout their lifecycle, including prosecution, maintenance, and renewals (as applicable).</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join our team in Menlo Park, California. This long-term contract position offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys and paralegals, providing essential support in managing IP and patent litigation cases. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced legal environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide administrative and litigation support to multiple attorneys and paralegals specializing in IP and patent cases.<br>• Prepare, edit, and format legal documents including correspondence, briefs, pleadings, and discovery motions.<br>• Manage electronic filing of documents with Federal and State courts, ensuring compliance with court rules.<br>• Coordinate calendars, maintain case files, and schedule depositions to support case progress.<br>• Draft and organize caption pages and shells for motions and discovery.<br>• Monitor court websites to stay updated on Local Court Rules.<br>• Process expense reports, check requests, and attorney timesheets with accuracy.<br>• Arrange catering and travel logistics for trials as needed.<br>• Utilize document processing software and tools to ensure efficient handling of legal materials.
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 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.</p><p><br></p><p>Principle responsibilities:</p><p>• Format, proofread, and finalize detailed correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents;</p><p>• File pleadings with both state and Federal trial courts;</p><p>• Work with paralegal to prepare and serve discovery;</p><p>• Process and handle incoming subpoenas and obtain medical records;</p><p>• Communicate with clients in person, over the phone, and via email;</p><p>• Create and maintain digital case files for each client;</p><p>• Perform administrative duties, such as maintaining lawyers’ calendars, scheduling depositions and entering deadlines to the master calendar; and</p><p>• Screen, process, direct, and prioritize incoming calls, emails, and mail.</p><p><br></p><p>Desired qualifications:</p><p>• 5+ year litigation legal assistant experience;</p><p>• Knowledge of state and Federal (ECF) e-filing platforms, rules, and eDockets is preferred;</p><p>• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English is a plus factor;</p><p>• Good written (including editing and proofreading) and verbal communication skills;</p><p>• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, incl. ability to handle multiple projects;</p><p>• Strong time management skills to handle multiple tasks with competing deadlines efficiently; and</p><p>• Solid office software, word processing, database maintenance, and internet research skills.</p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>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!</p>
We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Litigation Paralegal to join our team in Santa Rosa, California. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting attorneys throughout the litigation process, from case preparation to trial execution. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual to contribute to complex legal matters in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct thorough legal research and draft memorandums using platforms such as Lexis and Westlaw.<br>• Manage evidence collection and document production for cases, including coordinating efforts with clients, opposing counsel, and IT teams.<br>• Prepare detailed chronologies of evidence and facts to support legal claims and defenses.<br>• Assist attorneys with drafting pleadings, motions, declarations, and other legal documents.<br>• Review discovery responses and prepare initial drafts of meet-and-confer letters.<br>• Organize deposition materials, including outlines, exhibits, and transcript summaries.<br>• Support pre-trial preparation by compiling evidence, creating witness lists, and assembling trial binders.<br>• Coordinate witness appearances, expert consultations, and document exchanges for expert reports and depositions.<br>• Provide assistance during trial, including jury selection and motions in limine.<br>• Manage litigation calendars for attorneys using Compulaw, ensuring deadlines are met for state, federal, and appellate courts.
<p>A well-known mid-sized law firm in Oakland is seeking a Legal Secretary to join their civil litigation team. This is a great opportunity to join a reputable firm with a supportive environment and strong career development potential.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare, proofread, and format motions, pleadings, discovery, and correspondence</li><li>Manage E-filing with state and federal courts</li><li>Provide trial preparation support, including exhibits, witness coordination, and case file management</li><li>Maintain attorney calendars, deadlines, and case schedules</li><li>Deliver high-level administrative support to attorneys and paralegals</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a skilled Trust and Estate Paralegal to join our team in Orinda, California. In this role, you will play a vital part in assisting attorneys with estate planning, trust administration, and litigation matters. This position requires a high level of attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a commitment to providing exceptional service.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Assist attorneys with drafting and reviewing estate planning documents, including wills and trusts.<br>• Support litigation efforts related to trust disputes and estate matters by managing discovery processes and preparing case files.<br>• Coordinate and manage trust administration tasks, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.<br>• Serve as a licensed Notary Public to notarize essential legal documents as needed.<br>• Conduct legal research to provide accurate information and recommendations to attorneys.<br>• Maintain and organize case files, ensuring all documentation is up-to-date and accessible.<br>• Communicate with clients to gather necessary information and provide updates on case progress.<br>• Collaborate with the legal team to prepare for hearings, trials, and other court proceedings.<br>• Monitor deadlines and ensure timely submission of required filings and documentation.<br>• Contribute to the development and implementation of efficient workflows for estate planning and litigation processes.
<p>We are looking for a Legal Operations Manager to join our team in the Silicon Valley. In this role, you will oversee key aspects of legal and investment operations, ensuring seamless management of equity and debt portfolios, vendor contracts, and compliance processes. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, is detail-oriented, and is eager to contribute to process optimization and technology implementation.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Collaborate with legal and finance teams to support investment and exit transactions, including compliance checks, document preparation, due diligence, and post-closing administration.</p><p>• Manage portfolio-related requests, such as processing stockholder consents, audit confirmations, and due diligence tasks.</p><p>• Coordinate vendor and contract management processes, including negotiation, onboarding, and payment processing for various contract types.</p><p>• Oversee the operation and management of key programs, such as external consultant initiatives and workflow optimization.</p><p>• Maintain and optimize legal technology solutions, including platforms like Ironclad, SimpleLegal, DocuSign, and AODocs.</p><p>• Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within legal operations.</p><p>• Compile, organize, and analyze data to support internal and external reporting requirements, including public filings.</p><p>• Perform administrative tasks, such as document filing, data organization, and tracking daily activities to ensure smooth legal operations.</p>
<p>A polished and growing insurance defense law firm in Walnut Creek is seeking a Legal Secretary to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a family-oriented, collaborative office culture with a strong reputation in the Bay Area legal community.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare, proofread, and format motions, pleadings, discovery, and correspondence</li><li>Manage E-filing in state and federal courts</li><li>Handle trial preparation, including exhibits, witness coordination, and case files</li><li>Maintain attorney calendars, deadlines, and case schedules</li><li>Provide administrative and litigation support to attorneys and paralegals</li></ul>
<p>A municipal entity in Oakland seeking an experienced Litigation Secretary to join their collaborative legal team. This is an exciting long-term contract opportunity offering stability, meaningful public-sector work, and a flexible hybrid schedule.</p><p><br></p><p>As a Litigation Secretary, you will play a key role in supporting multiple attorneys within a pool system. You’ll manage complex litigation matters, ensure compliance with court deadlines and rules, and keep cases moving efficiently from discovery through trial.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare, format, and proofread correspondence, pleadings, and legal documents</li><li>Manage heavy calendaring for multiple attorneys, including court dates, deadlines, and meetings</li><li>Handle e-filing in both Alameda County Superior Court and U.S. District Court (USDC)</li><li>Maintain accurate case files and assist with trial preparation</li><li>Coordinate responses to inquiries, transcribe dictation, and manage general administrative tasks</li></ul>
<p>Our client is seeking a strategic and highly organized Legal Operations Manager to support their legal team in driving operational excellence, cross-functional collaboration, and compliance initiatives. This is a full-time ongoing contract role with potential for conversion. This person would need to be able to report on-site to their San Francisco office at least 2 times a week.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and coordinate Legal Team projects such as whistleblower program management, SOX compliance, training modules, corporate calendar oversight, CLM implementation, template development, policy updates, and audits.</li><li>Act as a liaison between Legal and other departments to ensure alignment, track requests, monitor progress, and manage deliverables.</li><li>Support corporate-level compliance initiatives in partnership with the General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, and other key stakeholders.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to enhance Legal Team efficiency and cross-functional collaboration.</li><li>Manage vendor onboarding, billing, and budget tracking in coordination with the General Counsel.</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is recruiting a Legal Research Analyst for a global AmLaw100 law firm client with offices in San Francisco and Silicon Valley (as well as two offices in Los Angeles area). This is a law librarian position responsible for doing various database research projects requested by the firm’s attorneys, mostly from the corporate and transactional practices. Examples of research projects include online searches to gather data to benchmark certain corporate transactions (M& A, private equity & venture financings, IPOs, etc.), SEC precedents research, annual/quarterly/Section 16 reporting disclosures for public companies, legislation research for corporate advisory and compliance matters, and requests for information concerning prospective clients and market intel for business development.</p><p><br></p><p>The following are the qualifications for this Legal Research Analyst position:</p><p>· 3+ years of library research experience, preferably at a mid-sized or large law firm;</p><p>· Experience supporting corporate law practice is a plus;</p><p>· Strong online database research skills;</p><p>· Software proficiency using Intelligize, InfoNgen, and buy-side due diligence software (e.g., DealRoom.net, MergerWare, etc.) is desired, but not required; and</p><p>· Passion for being a lifelong learner.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a plum direct-hire opportunity to work with the Legal Research team at a premier international corporate law firm. The Legal Research Analyst works 3 days/week in-office (any office nationwide) and two days/week remotely. It’s a 40-hour regular workweek and there is very little evening and no weekend work. </p><p><br></p><p>The offered salary is $100,000 – 120,000+/yr, depending on experience. The employment benefits package includes medical (Kaiser or Blue Cross Blue Shield plans), Delta Dental, Vision Service Plan (VSP) insurance coverage, HSA & FSA Plans, life insurance, AD& D, STD & LTD, pet insurance, child care & adult/elder care programs, commuter benefits, tuition/license/certificate reimbursement; 3-4 weeks (DOE) paid vacation (accrued), 12 weeks paid parental leave & FMLA personal leave; adoption/surrogacy/doula/post-partem services & reimbursement, 401k & Roth 401k Plans w/ min. 5% profit sharing contribution, health club & gym membership discounts, subsidized Peloton membership, and other perks!</p><p> </p><p>For confidential consideration, please email resume to Jon Lucchese, Vice President for Permanent Placement Services Division, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!</p>
