<p>Robert Half Legal is partnering with an established Oakland law firm seeking a skilled Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys in all phases of civil litigation. This hybrid position offers flexibility and exposure to substantive casework, including document review and trial preparation.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage all aspects of document review and production, including organizing and summarizing discovery materials.</li><li>Draft, edit, and cite-check pleadings, discovery, subpoenas, and correspondence.</li><li>Coordinate depositions, mediations, and trial preparation.</li><li>Maintain case databases and manage litigation support software.</li><li>Conduct factual research and assist attorneys in preparing case strategies.</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>We’re looking for a Data Privacy Analyst or Paralegal with experience supporting privacy, data protection, or compliance initiatives—ideally in a cross-functional or legal team setting. You’ll help operationalize privacy requirements, support assessments and data subject rights processes, and collaborate with teams across Legal, Security, IT, HR, and Product.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a long-term contract position with flexibility for remote work within Pacific Time (PST) or a hybrid schedule near San Ramon, CA.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Support the Privacy Office in implementing and maintaining data protection compliance programs (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, CPRA).</li><li>Assist in reviewing and maintaining privacy documentation, including data processing agreements, records of processing activities, and internal policies.</li><li>Conduct privacy impact assessments (PIAs) and support vendor and product privacy reviews.</li><li>Track and respond to data subject access requests (DSARs) and other privacy inquiries.</li><li>Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Legal, Security, Product, HR, IT) to ensure alignment on privacy standards and controls.</li><li>Support audits, reporting, and program tracking for privacy initiatives.</li><li>Monitor evolving data protection laws and regulations and assist with implementing relevant changes.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, a respected public agency in the East Bay, is seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Legal Secretary to join its legal team on a long-term contract basis - 2 days on-site in Oakland, 3 days remote. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in civil litigation support, including e-filing in both state and federal courts, managing calendars and deadlines, and preparing, formatting, and finalizing legal pleadings and discovery documents. Prior experience supporting attorneys handling public entity or municipal matters is highly desirable.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence.</li><li>Handle <strong>state and federal court e-filing</strong>, ensuring compliance with applicable court rules and deadlines.</li><li>Maintain litigation calendars, track deadlines, and schedule hearings, depositions, and meetings.</li><li>Draft tables of contents and authorities (TOCs/TOAs) with precision and attention to detail.</li><li>Manage case files, organize exhibits, and assist with trial preparation as needed.</li><li>Provide administrative and clerical support to attorneys and paralegals in a team-oriented environment.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, a dynamic business litigation defense firm in Pleasanton, is seeking a detail-oriented Litigation Assistant to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow within a collaborative and professional environment supporting seasoned litigators.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Assist attorneys and paralegals with case preparation, discovery, and document management.</li><li>Draft, proof, and format correspondence, discovery responses, and pleadings.</li><li>Maintain case files, organize exhibits, and prepare trial and hearing binders.</li><li>Manage calendars and deadlines to ensure compliance with court schedules.</li><li>Communicate effectively with courts, clients, and vendors.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our team on a contract basis for a one-week assignment in San Jose, California. This role requires someone with a strong background in civil litigation, expertise in state court filing procedures, and a keen attention to detail. You will play a critical role in supporting attorneys and staff by managing legal documents, filings, and correspondence efficiently. This position is on-site from 12/1-12/5. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• E-file legal pleadings, motions, and other necessary documents in state courts, including Los Angeles.</p><p>• Review and verify tentative rulings to ensure accuracy and adherence to deadlines.</p><p>• Assist with discovery processes by following established rules and procedures.</p><p>• Format legal documents and correspondence in compliance with court standards.</p><p>• Utilize e-filing systems to submit documents accurately and on time.</p><p>• Coordinate and manage calendar appointments for attorneys and staff.</p><p>• Provide administrative support, including answering calls and handling correspondence.</p><p>• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.</p><p>• Use Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Adobe Acrobat Pro for daily operations.</p><p>• Maintain attention to detail in all aspects of document preparation and filing.</p>
