<p>An AV-rated, management-side employment law firm in South San Francisco has an urgent need for an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant to support a team of four attorneys on a contract-to-hire basis. This is a hands-on litigation support role covering case management from start to finish. The ideal candidate is a seasoned litigation legal assistant or legal secretary with deep knowledge of state and federal court procedures, impeccable attention to detail, and the ability to operate with minimal supervision. This is a fully onsite role offering stability, a collegial environment, and an opportunity to join a well-established boutique firm known for its high-quality work and strong employee tenure.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><p>• Support litigation matters from case opening through resolution</p><p>• Prepare, file, and serve documents in state and federal courts</p><p>• Manage and maintain court calendars, deadlines, and hearing schedules</p><p>• Open new matters and organize case files</p><p>• Assist attorneys with day-to-day case management and workflow</p><p>• Perform light administrative duties (filing, scanning, organizing documents)</p><p>• Manage monthly billing cycles in coordination with the firm’s billing system</p><p>• Draft simple correspondence and assist with formatting documents as needed</p><p>• Communicate with court personnel, opposing counsel, and clients when appropriate</p><p>• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite and adapt to new or evolving legal software</p>
<p> </p><p>We are seeking a detail-oriented Legal Assistant to join our team in Lafayette. This on-site role supports attorneys with administrative and case management tasks, ensuring smooth operations and timely handling of client matters.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents including pleadings, contracts, and correspondence.</li><li>Manage case files, maintain calendars, and track deadlines for hearings, filings, and meetings.</li><li>Coordinate with courts, clients, and opposing counsel for scheduling and document delivery.</li><li>Assist with discovery processes, including organizing exhibits and maintaining document databases.</li><li>Handle administrative tasks such as billing, expense reporting, and time entry.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with firm policies and legal procedures.</li></ul>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our team in San Mateo, California. This role involves supporting attorneys with litigation tasks, discovery processes, and trial preparation. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of California Discovery Statutes, excellent organizational skills, and a proactive approach to managing deadlines.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage billing of time and ensure accurate tracking of case-related activities.<br>• Prepare and file Case Management Statements and other required legal documentation.<br>• Draft and serve discovery documents, including Requests for Admissions, Form Interrogatories, Special Interrogatories, and Demands for Inspection.<br>• Coordinate depositions by scheduling court reporters, interpreters, and other necessary resources.<br>• Subpoena records such as medical, employment, and financial documents, and conduct thorough reviews and analyses of received discovery.<br>• Assist with expert witness discovery, including locating experts, retaining witnesses, and preparing necessary disclosures.<br>• Draft motions and monitor tentative rulings while adhering to strict filing deadlines.<br>• Support trial preparation by organizing trial binders, witness lists, subpoenas, and coordinating third-party vendors.<br>• Facilitate post-trial activities, including preparing Memorandums of Costs.<br>• Meet with clients to gather information, finalize discovery responses, and ensure proper service of legal documents.
<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>
We are looking for a skilled Paralegal to join our team in San Jose, California. This role offers the flexibility of a hybrid schedule and is open to remote candidates with exceptional qualifications. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in civil litigation, trial preparation, and case management while contributing to a dynamic legal environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Assist with discovery processes, including gathering and organizing relevant documents.<br>• Provide comprehensive support in civil litigation cases, ensuring deadlines and filings are met.<br>• Prepare trial materials and documentation, collaborating with attorneys for effective case presentation.<br>• Manage case files using specialized software, maintaining accuracy and organization.<br>• Conduct legal research and draft correspondence to support attorneys in various matters.<br>• Monitor billable hours to meet monthly and annual targets efficiently.<br>• Handle family law cases with attention to detail and client confidentiality.<br>• Coordinate with clients and legal teams to ensure effective communication and case progress.<br>• Support hybrid legal assistant and paralegal responsibilities as required.<br>• Maintain compliance with legal standards and procedures throughout all casework.
<p>An established IP Law Firm is looking for a Legal Administrative Assistant for their San Jose branch. The ideal candidate will manage and coordinate work tasks throughout the department and serve as the first point of contact for clients and staff. Applicants should have the ability to work in-office, 5 days per week</p><p><br></p><p>• Prepare memos, reports, presentations, and other documents; responsible for drafting and editing correspondence </p><p>• Schedule appointments, meetings, events, and manage calendars; coordinate meeting logistics and catering </p><p>• Answer phones, take and relay messages </p><p>• Coordinate and schedule travel </p><p>• Prepare and submit expense reports and reconcile credit card transactions </p><p>• Assist with submitting conflict checks and opening new matters </p><p>• Enter time charges </p><p>• Assist with onboarding tasks for new hires </p><p>• Maintain files (both physical and electronic) and ensure that client related documents and correspondence are saved in the firm's document management repository </p><p>• Actively contribute to team meetings and other team related activities </p><p>• Assist with various ad-hoc tasks such as: manage inbound and outbound mail, order office supplies, liaise with building management for facility related issues </p><p>• Perform other related duties and projects as assigned </p>
<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>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>
<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>A South San Francisco–based biotechnology company is seeking a Corporate Paralegal to support its in-house legal team on a long-term contract basis (starting at 6 months with the potential to convert to FTE). This role focuses on corporate governance, contracting, and compliance operations and is ideal for candidates with prior experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with in-house counsel and cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, research-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p> • Draft, review, and edit routine commercial agreements, including NDAs, service agreements, consulting agreements, supply/vendor contracts, master service agreements, material transfer agreements, and clinical trial agreements.</p><p> • Manage the full contract lifecycle, including intake, tracking, execution, archiving, and document organization within the contract management system.</p><p> • Support counsel and internal business stakeholders with redlines, revisions, and communications with counterparties.</p><p> • Monitor contract compliance, key obligations, expirations, renewals, and amendments.</p><p> • Assist with the development, maintenance, and rollout of contract templates and standard form agreements.</p><p> • Maintain corporate records, including minutes, resolutions, bylaws, organizational documents, and subsidiary records.</p><p> • Coordinate annual filings, business licenses, regulatory submissions, and other entity-related requirements.</p><p> • Prepare and organize board and committee materials and maintain governance calendars.</p><p> • Support regulatory and compliance documentation and maintain organized, audit-ready files.</p><p> • Assist with due diligence, audits, internal reviews, and responses to internal or external inquiries.</p><p> • Coordinate signatures, approvals, and document processing through DocuSign and similar platforms.</p><p> • Manage the Legal Department’s internal intranet page and employee-accessible SharePoint files.</p><p> • Partner with Legal, Finance, HR, and cross-functional teams to support ongoing legal and corporate operations.</p><p> • Support ad hoc legal projects within a fast-paced biotech environment.</p><p><br></p>
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Assisting attorneys with the management and preparation of legal documents, including motions, complaints, and briefs.<br>• Handling client and witness interviews for hearing, deposition, and trial.<br>• Conducting thorough and accurate legal support work as permitted by the rules of the California State Bar.<br>• Utilizing exceptional communication and analytical skills to resolve complex legal issues.<br>• Working independently and collaboratively with the team to ensure legal tasks are completed efficiently.<br>• Managing evidence in an organized manner to assist attorneys in the litigation process.<br>• Utilizing creative thinking and problem-solving skills to tackle legal challenges.<br>• Maintaining a high level of performance and delivering measurable results.
<p>A boutique California-based employment law firm dedicated to protecting worker rights is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support its growing team on a fully remote, open-ended contract basis. The firm represents employees in single-plaintiff, class action, and PAGA matters and is expanding due to increased case volume. The ideal candidate is a proactive, detail-oriented paralegal with substantial California employment litigation experience who is confident managing discovery, drafting pleadings, and organizing complex case files with minimal supervision. Paralegals with strong civil litigation backgrounds and plaintiff-side class action experience will also be considered. This role is best suited for a California-based professional who thrives in a fast-paced, fully remote environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide full litigation support in employment matters, including case intake, discovery, class certification, and trial preparation.</li><li> Draft and respond to written discovery, including interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission.</li><li>Prepare and revise pleadings, motions, declarations, and correspondence for attorney review.</li><li>Coordinate with clients to gather information, draft declarations, and prepare discovery responses.</li><li>Organize and maintain case files, discovery databases, and evidence binders; track deadlines and manage case calendars.</li><li>Assist attorneys with factual investigation, document review, deposition preparation, and trial readiness.</li><li>Support class and PAGA cases by maintaining class member data, tracking right-to-sue notices, and compiling evidentiary materials.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Real Estate Paralegal</p><p><br></p><p>A mid-sized and well-respected leader in real estate law is seeking a proficient Real Estate Paralegal to join their dynamic team.</p><p><br></p><p>About the Role:</p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><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><p>This Firm Offers:</p><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>
<p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Assist in the management of family law cases, including divorce, child custody, and spousal support cases</p><p>• Draft and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and affidavits</p><p>• Schedule and manage client meetings and court appearances</p><p>• Effectively communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel</p><p>• Assist attorneys in trial preparation, including the organization of exhibits and witness lists</p><p>• Attend court hearings and provide assistance to attorneys during proceedings</p><p>• Perform various administrative tasks such as filing and data entry</p><p>• Utilize legal case management software for case tracking and management.</p><p>• Maintain and organize client files and case documents in an efficient manner</p>
We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join our legal team in Santa Rosa, California. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in supporting attorneys with case preparation, discovery management, and trial readiness. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with a dynamic team while contributing to high-quality legal services.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Draft and respond to discovery requests with precision and attention to detail.<br>• Summarize discovery responses for attorney review and case strategy.<br>• Create substantive legal documents, including pleadings and correspondence.<br>• Assist in preparing for depositions and expert discovery processes.<br>• Maintain clear and effective communication with clients, experts, and opposing counsel.<br>• Collaborate with attorneys to manage cases effectively from inception through trial.<br>• Organize and maintain case files using case management software.<br>• Support trial preparation efforts, including evidence gathering and witness coordination.
<p>A well-established law firm specializing in <strong>Real Estate/Landlord-Tenant</strong> is seeking a motivated and experienced <strong>Paralegal</strong> 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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><p>• Conducting legal fact finding and basic legal research as needed</p><p>• Draft legal documents</p><p>• Assisting in managing cases, ensuring all details are handled in a timely manner</p><p>• Organizing pleadings and filing them electronically</p><p>• Coordinating and scheduling calendars to ensure all important dates and deadlines are accounted for</p><p>• Assisting attorneys in trial preparation to ensure all necessary documents and information are in order</p><p>• Maintaining case files, ensuring they are up to date and easily accessible</p><p>• Responding to ad-hoc requests and completing them as necessary</p>
<p>We are looking for a Paralegal to join our team in San Rafael or Oakland, CA. Minimum 3 days/ week in office. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and process a variety of legal documents including deeds, transfer letters, and affidavits of death</p><p>• Carry out thorough legal research on various issues related to Business Law and Real Estate</p><p>• Assist in the preparation of Business Formation documents, applying for EINs from the IRS, and handling designation of Registered Agent for Service of Process</p>
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a reputable litigation firm in San Ramon seeking an experienced eDiscovery Paralegal to join their team on a contract-to-hire basis. The firm specializes in real estate litigation, business litigation, insurance coverage, and employment litigation, offering the opportunity to support a wide range of complex cases.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage all phases of eDiscovery, including data collection, processing, review, and production</li><li>Create and manage document batches and conduct QC checks</li><li>Utilize eDiscovery platforms such as Everlaw or Relativity</li><li>Organize, track, and maintain case documents and databases</li><li>Assist attorneys with discovery strategy, timelines, and workflow management</li><li>Support general litigation tasks as needed</li></ul>
<p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Assist litigation teams in managing cases through all stages, from initial filings to trial.</p><p>• Review, cite-check, and prepare legal documents for court submissions.</p><p>• Handle electronic filing and service of legal documents while ensuring compliance with court procedures.</p><p>• Organize and maintain case files, including deposition indexes and production databases.</p><p>• Support document production efforts and update databases with relevant case information.</p><p>• Coordinate trial preparations and provide on-site support during proceedings.</p><p>• Collaborate closely with senior paralegals and attorneys to ensure seamless case management.</p><p>• Work overtime as needed to meet deadlines and support litigation demands.</p>
<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>
<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>We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join a midsized firm in the East Bay. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with substantial experience in litigation matters, ideally with exposure to labor and employment cases. You will play a critical role in supporting attorneys through administrative tasks, document preparation, court filings, and calendar management.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Draft and format legal documents, including correspondence, reports, pleadings, and memoranda, using word processing software.</p><p>• File legal documents electronically and physically with district and federal courts, as well as administrative agencies, ensuring compliance with rules and deadlines.</p><p>• Manage schedules and deadlines by maintaining calendar and docket systems, sending reminders, and organizing appointments.</p><p>• Handle incoming phone calls, take detailed messages, and route calls appropriately.</p><p>• Coordinate outgoing mail and deliveries to ensure timely distribution.</p><p>• Organize and maintain client files, ensuring all documents are appropriately indexed and accessible.</p><p>• Assist with travel arrangements, including booking flights, accommodations, and other logistics.</p><p>• Conduct research on state and federal court rules and procedures as needed.</p><p>• Train new team members on office procedures and specialized software.</p><p>• Communicate with courts, clients, co-counsel, opposing counsel, and arbitrators to schedule hearings, arbitrations, and other events.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join our client's dynamic legal team on a 6-month contract basis. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting corporate governance, securities law compliance, and entity management for a publicly-listed company. This position is ideal for someone detail-oriented, proactive, and adept at managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Prepare, review, and file regulatory reports, including Section 16 filings, using Workiva.</p><p>• Facilitate the planning process for the proxy statement and annual shareholder meeting, including preparing equity tables, questionnaires, and beneficial ownership reports.</p><p>• Manage relationships with external vendors, such as transfer agents, financial printers, and Broadridge, to ensure seamless project execution.</p><p>• Assist with corporate secretary functions, including maintaining records, assembling board and committee materials, and drafting minutes.</p><p>• Oversee compliance with the insider trading policy by maintaining trading restriction lists and reviewing 10b5-1 trading plans.</p><p>• Support corporate legal matters, such as stock administration, subsidiary management, and mergers and acquisitions.</p><p>• Conduct special projects as assigned, adapting to evolving team needs and priorities.</p><p>• Collaborate across departments to provide legal advice and ensure compliance with corporate governance standards.</p>
<p>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:</p><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><p><br></p>
<p>A well-regarded construction law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join their Walnut Creek team in a hybrid capacity. This role is ideal for a proactive paralegal who thrives in a fast-paced litigation environment and enjoys handling cases from discovery through trial prep.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage all aspects of discovery, including propounding and responding</li><li>Organize and maintain case files, document production, and deadlines</li><li>Support trial preparation, including exhibit lists, witness files, and trial binders</li><li>Perform legal research, draft routine litigation documents, and assist attorneys as needed</li><li>Track and bill hours accurately and timely</li></ul>
