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Product Counsel

San Mateo, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Product Counsel to guide legal strategy across the full product lifecycle in San Mateo, California. This role works closely with product, engineering, design, and cross-functional compliance partners to help bring innovative features to market while managing legal and regulatory risk. The ideal candidate combines strong product judgment with practical legal advice and can translate complex requirements into clear, business-focused recommendations. Responsibilities: • Collaborate with Product, Engineering, and Design teams to provide legal counsel from concept through launch and ongoing feature updates. • Evaluate proposed product functionality, user journeys, and data handling practices to identify risk and recommend compliant, practical solutions. • Advise stakeholders on privacy, data protection, intellectual property, security, and applicable regulatory obligations tied to product decisions. • Support matters involving data use, artificial intelligence and machine learning initiatives, training data considerations, and responsible AI practices when relevant. • Prepare and maintain customer-facing and product-related legal documentation, including terms of service, privacy notices, end-user agreements, disclosures, and in-app language. • Work closely with Privacy, Security, and Compliance partners to address legal requirements and support readiness for industry and regulatory standards. • Review go-to-market materials by counseling teams on product messaging, marketing representations, and customer communications. • Track changes in laws and regulations that may affect the product roadmap and proactively brief internal teams on emerging requirements. • Deliver balanced legal guidance that aligns risk management with commercial goals and supports scalable decision-making.
2026-04-20T00:00:00Z

Contract Attorney

Palo Alto, CA
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Temporary / Contract
70 - 100 USD / Hourly
Established law firm is seeking a skilled Contract Attorney with expertise in civil litigation to join a small dynamic law firm based in Palo Alto, California. This Contract Attorney roles offers an opportunity to handle complex legal matters involving trust and estate disputes. This is a hybrid position, requiring occasional on-site work. The ideal candidate will bring a strong civil litigation background, excellent research and writing skills, and an ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Handle all phases of trust and estate litigation, including pleadings, discovery, motions, negotiations, and trial preparation.</li><li>Advise clients on estate planning strategies and potential litigation risks associated with trusts and wills.</li><li>Conduct comprehensive legal research using Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other legal research tools to support case strategies.</li><li>Draft clear and persuasive legal documents such as complaints, motions, briefs, settlement agreements, and memoranda.</li><li>Manage case files meticulously, ensuring compliance with procedural rules and deadlines.</li><li>Engage in negotiations with opposing counsel to resolve disputes amicably or prepare cases for trial if necessary.</li><li>Collaborate with experts in areas such as forensic accounting or valuation when evaluating estate assets or fiduciary conduct.</li><li>Maintain strong client communication by providing updates on case progress and legal options.</li></ul>
2026-04-17T00:00:00Z

Litigation Attorney

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
75 - 90 USD / Hourly
A well-established San Francisco–based personal injury law firm is seeking a Litigation Attorney to join its growing practice. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity offering hands-on litigation experience, mentorship, and the potential for long-term placement. The Litigation Attorney will handle all phases of civil litigation on plaintiff-side matters, primarily personal injury cases. While plaintiff-side personal injury experience is preferred, the firm is open to candidates from a variety of civil litigation backgrounds who are motivated to transition into this practice area. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Handle day-to-day litigation tasks across the full lifecycle of cases</li><li>Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other litigation documents</li><li>Manage written discovery and participate in depositions</li><li>Conduct legal research and factual investigations</li><li>Assist with and contribute to case strategy, trial preparation, and settlement negotiations</li><li>Communicate directly with clients, experts, opposing counsel, and court personnel</li><li>Support senior attorneys on active litigation matters and trial preparation</li></ul>
2026-04-24T00:00:00Z

Regulatory Counsel

San Jose, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
90 - 110 USD / Hourly
National healthcare organization is seeking a versatile Regulatory Attorney with strong healthcare delivery experience to join the legal team. This hands-on role includes supporting hospital operations, advising on a range of regulatory and contracting matters, and working in a fast-paced environment where you will handle diverse legal questions related to patient care delivery, compliance, and provider operations. This position is remote and offers 20 hours per week with the potential to increase hours in the future. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Drafting and reviewing training materials, complex written legal advice, contracts, policies and procedures, and other documents, as needed.</li><li>Performs and analyzes legal research by: leveraging in-depth and advanced knowledge to interpret and review legal documents (e.g., contracts, memoranda, and policies); analyzing judicial decisions as well as statutory/regulatory authority; addressing complex research issues including but not limited to federal and state laws, rules, and regulations, accreditation standards, and/or other applicable guidance; escalating highly complex research issues to in-house attorneys, as needed; and identifies patterns and trends impacting legal questions or issues and communicating legal research findings, and legal analysis to in-house attorneys.</li><li>Assesses legal risk and/or provides legal guidance by: applying advanced and in-depth knowledge of legal principles, business risks, regulatory landscape, and compliance considerations that have a significant impact on the organization; proposing solutions that mitigate legal risks, drive business strategy, and facilitate cost efficiencies; providing legal advice, risk assessments, and/or case recommendations to in-house attorneys.</li><li>Advise hospital teams and operations stakeholders on regulatory and compliance matters impacting care delivery, including clinical, pharmacy, privacy, medical staff, and credentialing issues.</li><li>Address union-related and allied health practitioner issues (such as in a unionized environment).</li><li>Provide legal counsel on complex care delivery topics for university health systems, community hospitals, and medical schools.</li><li>Field a broad range of incoming operational questions from clinical, pharmacy, and administrative teams.</li></ul>
2026-04-22T00:00:00Z

Regulatory Counsel

Oakland, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
90 - 110 USD / Hourly
National healthcare organization is seeking a versatile Regulatory Attorney with strong healthcare delivery experience to join the legal team. This hands-on role includes supporting hospital operations, advising on a range of regulatory and contracting matters, and working in a fast-paced environment where you will handle diverse legal questions related to patient care delivery, compliance, and provider operations. This position is remote and offers 20 hours per week with the potential to increase hours in the future. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Drafting and reviewing training materials, complex written legal advice, contracts, policies and procedures, and other documents, as needed.</li><li>Performs and analyzes legal research by: leveraging in-depth and advanced knowledge to interpret and review legal documents (e.g., contracts, memoranda, and policies); analyzing judicial decisions as well as statutory/regulatory authority; addressing complex research issues including but not limited to federal and state laws, rules, and regulations, accreditation standards, and/or other applicable guidance; escalating highly complex research issues to in-house attorneys, as needed; and identifies patterns and trends impacting legal questions or issues and communicating legal research findings, and legal analysis to in-house attorneys.</li><li>Assesses legal risk and/or provides legal guidance by: applying advanced and in-depth knowledge of legal principles, business risks, regulatory landscape, and compliance considerations that have a significant impact on the organization; proposing solutions that mitigate legal risks, drive business strategy, and facilitate cost efficiencies; providing legal advice, risk assessments, and/or case recommendations to in-house attorneys.</li><li>Advise hospital teams and operations stakeholders on regulatory and compliance matters impacting care delivery, including clinical, pharmacy, privacy, medical staff, and credentialing issues.</li><li>Address union-related and allied health practitioner issues (such as in a unionized environment).</li><li>Provide legal counsel on complex care delivery topics for university health systems, community hospitals, and medical schools.</li><li>Field a broad range of incoming operational questions from clinical, pharmacy, and administrative teams.</li></ul>
2026-04-24T00:00:00Z

Employment Litigation Attorney

Hayward, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
75 - 85 USD / Hourly
Our client, who handles employment defense litigation matters, is looking for a fully-remote Employment Litigation Attorney with CA experience. This position is ideal for a California-licensed attorney with at least two years of focused experience handling workplace-related disputes and who is interested in a contract-to-hire structure. The attorney will contribute across key phases of litigation, including pleadings, motion practice, discovery, and trial preparation, while working a 40-hour schedule. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage employment litigation matters from initial case assessment through pre-trial activity in a remote work setting</li><li>Prepare persuasive motions, briefs, and other court filings that support case strategy and procedural deadlines</li><li>Oversee written discovery, draft responses and objections, and coordinate document production and review</li><li>Conduct legal research and translate findings into practical recommendations for ongoing employment disputes</li><li>Support trial readiness by organizing exhibits, summarizing evidence, and assisting with witness and hearing preparation</li><li>Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to maintain progress across active litigation matters</li><li>Monitor case timelines, court requirements, and deliverables to ensure matters move forward efficiently</li></ul>
2026-04-30T00:00:00Z

Employment Attorney

San Jose, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
165000 - 185000 USD / Yearly
We are offering an engaging opportunity in San Jose, California. We are seeking an Employment Attorney to join our team. In this role, you will be handling various aspects of labor law and employment litigation, managing cases independently, and providing counsel on wage and hour laws among other responsibilities. Responsibilities:• Manage cases from inception to conclusion with minimal supervision• Lead counsel on employment litigation cases• Conduct depositions and handle hearings effectively• Provide counsel to clients on various aspects of wage and hour laws• Litigate wage and hour cases, class action cases, as well as employment discrimination and wrongful termination matters in California state and federal courts• Respond to administrative charges effectively• Familiarize with wage laws, leave, and compliance matters (FMLA, CFRA, ADA, FLSA and Ca Labor Codes)• Develop policies and conduct compliance training• Manage pre-litigation disputes efficiently• Draft motions and other legal documents as required.
2026-04-21T00:00:00Z

Employment Attorney

San Francisco, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
180000 - 220000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Employment Attorney to join our team in San Francisco, California. This role requires a dedicated and detail-oriented individual with substantial experience in employment law, particularly in providing advice, counseling, and litigation support. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with the Labor and Employment Law Group while also collaborating with other practice areas as needed. Responsibilities: • Provide comprehensive legal advice and counseling on employment law matters, including terminations, leaves of absence, investigations, and wage practices. • Represent clients in employment-related litigation, including defense-side cases and wage and hour disputes. • Draft, review, and update employment policies to ensure compliance with applicable laws. • Conduct legal research and prepare motions, briefs, and other legal documents with precision and clarity. • Manage multiple legal projects in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing deadlines effectively. • Collaborate with clients to develop strategic solutions to complex employment law issues. • Participate in depositions, hearings, and other court proceedings as required. • Support pro-bono initiatives and diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within the firm's guidelines. • Work closely with other practice groups to address cross-disciplinary legal matters. • Maintain a minimum of 1800 billable hours annually, with eligible pro-bono and DEI work counting toward this target.
2026-04-03T00:00:00Z

Business/Real Estate Attorney

San Jose, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
170000 - 240000 USD / Yearly
Well established San Jose firm is looking for an attorney to join their litigation department. If you're a candidate who is eager to learn from an experienced partner with an interest in furthering their career, this could be a role in which you will thrive. Previous real estate, business, or trust litigation experience required. Responsibilities- Supporting attorneys and staff within the practice groups department- Correspond with clients and the counsel for the opposing side- Legal research and drafting of a wide range of legal documents- Analyze and summarize legal documents
2026-04-21T00:00:00Z

Family Litigation Attorney

San Jose, CA
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Temporary / Contract
80 - 110 USD / Hourly
OverviewEstablished Bay Area law firm seeking an experienced Family Law Litigation Attorney to handle complex domestic relations matters. This role is litigation‑heavy and client‑facing, with responsibility for cases from intake through trial. Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage a full caseload of family law matters including divorce, custody, support, and property division</li><li>Draft pleadings, motions, declarations, and settlement agreements</li><li>Appear in court for hearings, mediations, and trials</li><li>Conduct discovery and settlement negotiations</li><li>Advise clients on strategy, risk, and California family law procedure</li><li>Maintain compliance with court deadlines and local rules</li></ul>
2026-04-24T00:00:00Z

Trust Litigation Attorney

San Mateo, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
130000 - 170000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Litigation Associate to join our team in San Mateo, California. In this role, you will manage various aspects of civil litigation cases, from initial analysis to trial preparation, while collaborating with partners and other associates to deliver exceptional legal services. The ideal candidate will possess strong litigation experience, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Responsibilities: • Conduct initial case evaluations, including analysis of claims and investigation files. • Draft and review pleadings, motions, and other legal documents, with a focus on summary judgment motions. • Prepare and respond to discovery requests, including interrogatories, requests for production, and deposition notices. • Take and defend depositions, including preparation of clients and witnesses. • Represent clients at case management conferences, hearings, and other court proceedings. • Perform legal research and draft points and authorities, declarations, and case briefs. • Collaborate with paralegals, client service coordinators, and other team members to ensure efficient file management. • Provide written status updates on case progress and develop litigation strategies. • Handle public entity defense cases, including matters involving dangerous conditions, negligence, and civil rights issues. • Support trial preparation, including evidence gathering, witness coordination, and budget planning.
2026-04-09T00:00:00Z

Litigation Attorney - Labor & Employment

San Francisco, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
175000 - 215000 USD / Yearly
Our client in San Francisco is seeking a full-time Litigation Associate with four to seven years of substantive litigation experience, including meaningful wage and hour experience. The Associate handles cases in all phases of litigation including legal research, drafting pleadings and discovery, attending hearings and depositions, arguing motions, and assisting with trial preparation. This role primarily supports the Firm’s Labor & Employment practice group, with support to the Firm’s broader Litigation practice group. The ideal candidate will have experience defending employers in wage and hour matters (including PAGA and class actions), including experience calculating damages. The candidate should also have experience defending discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims in court, arbitration, and before administrative agencies (including the Labor Commissioner and the EEOC), with responsibility for pleadings, motion practice, and discovery. The associate will have the opportunity to work on sophisticated, complex litigation matters and will collaborate closely with experienced litigators and trial lawyers. This role offers meaningful responsibility and hands-on experience across all phases of litigation, with the opportunity to develop strategic, practical advocacy skills. The successful candidate will have a distinguished academic background and exceptional research, writing, analytical, and interpersonal skills. RESPONSIBILITIES• Handle litigation matters through all phases, including pre-litigation strategy, pleadings, discovery, law and motion practice, mediation, trial preparation, and post-trial proceedings• Draft high-quality pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests and responses, including dispositive motions such as demurrers and motions for summary judgment• Participate in conducting and defending depositions, preparing witnesses for depositions and hearings, and respond to written discovery requests• Appear at hearings, case management conferences, mediations, and arbitrations• Support matters involving complex employment matters, including wage and hour class actions, PAGA representative actions, and various other employment disputes• Assist shareholders advising employer clients on a range of employment law compliance issues, including conducting legal research, participating in pre-litigation investigations (including witness interviews), and reviewing and drafting employee policies and handbooks• Collaborate closely with partners to develop litigation strategy and advance cases toward resolution• Prepare matters for mediation and trial, including developing case themes, coordinating key tasks, and collaborating with experts as needed• Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and third-party vendors to advance cases efficiently
2026-04-16T00:00:00Z

Labor and Employment Attorney

Oakland, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
160000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
Established California law firm is seeking a Labor and Employment Attorney to join their team. As part of the labor and employment team, you will primarily be tasked with conducting workplace investigations, handling employment litigation, and providing advice and counsel duties. This role is integral to maintaining our firm's compliance with California Labor Law and other relevant employment laws. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefits. Responsibilities:• Conduct detailed investigations into workplace incidents and disputes• Handle a variety of employment litigation cases, including but not limited to discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and whistleblower claims• Provide legal advice and counsel on matters related to FLSA and wage and hour claims, including class and collective action lawsuits• Draft motions, pleadings, and legal memoranda with a keen eye for detail and accuracy• Take and defend depositions in a professional and thorough manner• Manage discovery-related activities in an organized and timely fashion• Assist in ADA/FEHA compliance and disability accommodation matters• Participate in labor negotiations, grievances, and arbitrations as needed• Handle administrative hearings and appeals with precision and diligence• Utilize skills in arbitration and 'Conduct Investigations' to ensure fair and legal workplace practices.
2026-04-21T00:00:00Z

Business Immigration Attorney

San Francisco, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
40 - 50 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Business Immigration Attorney to join a global immigration law firm on a Contract assignment supporting the San Francisco, California team. This fully remote opportunity requires availability during Pacific Time business hours and is expected to run for approximately three months, with the possibility of extension based on workload. The attorney in this role will contribute to a busy employment-based immigration practice, focusing on non-immigrant visa matters and delivering precise, compliant filings in a fast-moving environment. Responsibilities: • Evaluate employment-based non-immigrant visa matters and determine appropriate filing strategy across classifications such as H-1B, L-1, TN, E-2, and O-1. • Prepare, revise, and finalize petitions, attorney support letters, and legal arguments to ensure filings are thorough and well supported. • Analyze case facts and documentation to identify eligibility issues, risk factors, and practical next steps for internal stakeholders. • Examine supporting records for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with current immigration laws and regulatory standards. • Draft responses to Requests for Evidence and address additional follow-up from government agencies when needed. • Manage a substantial volume of active matters while maintaining quality, organization, and timely turnaround. • Collaborate with legal and case support teams in a remote setting to keep matters progressing efficiently and accurately.
2026-05-01T00:00:00Z

Family Law Attorney

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
55 - 85 USD / Hourly
A well-established San Francisco–based law firm is seeking a Family Law Attorney to support its growing family law practice. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for an attorney with hands-on experience handling a broad range of family law matters. The role offers direct client interaction, meaningful case responsibility, and the potential for long-term placement within a collaborative team-oriented environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage family law matters from inception through resolution, including dissolution, custody, support, and related issues</li><li>Draft pleadings, motions, declarations, and settlement agreements</li><li>Conduct case analysis, legal research, and factual investigations</li><li>Prepare for and attend court appearances, hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences</li><li>Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel</li><li>Maintain organized case files and manage multiple deadlines</li></ul>
2026-04-29T00:00:00Z

Family Law Attorney

Oakland, CA
remote
Permanent / Full Time
180000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Family Law Attorney to join our respected practice in Oakland, California. This position offers the opportunity to manage a diverse caseload of family law matters while working primarily remotely, with occasional court appearances. For the right candidate, there is a defined pathway to leadership and the potential to acquire the firm in the future. Responsibilities: • Handle a wide variety of family law cases, including divorce, custody disputes, support matters, and restraining orders. • Develop effective legal strategies and communicate directly with clients to understand their needs and goals. • Draft and file pleadings, motions, and other legal documents required for case progression. • Represent clients in court proceedings and advocate for their best interests. • Collaborate with team members to ensure a seamless experience for clients. • Maintain accurate case documentation using tools like MyCase and Dropbox. • Stay updated on family law regulations and practices to provide informed counsel. • Manage cases autonomously from initiation to resolution, ensuring timely and effective outcomes. • Address urgent client needs with professionalism and sensitivity.
2026-04-02T00:00:00Z

Sr. Employment Counsel

Menlo Park, CA
remote
Permanent / Full Time
190000 - 230000 USD / Yearly
Our client is looking for an experienced Sr. Employment Counsel to join their team. This role is essential in providing expert legal guidance on employment-related matters across both domestic and international operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in employment law, dispute resolution, and compliance, as well as the ability to collaborate effectively with HR and business leaders. Responsibilities:• Provide comprehensive legal advice on a variety of employment law topics, including hiring, performance management, terminations, and accommodations.• Draft, review, and negotiate employment-related documents such as contracts, offer letters, separation agreements, and employee handbooks.• Collaborate with HR and leadership teams to design business-oriented solutions that minimize legal risks.• Deliver training sessions to managers on employment law topics, including corrective actions and performance documentation.• Conduct and oversee workplace investigations, terminations, and dispute resolutions.• Manage employment litigation, arbitration, and agency charges, as well as coordinate with external counsel when necessary.• Stay informed on changes in employment legislation and ensure compliance across all operations.• Advise on international employment law issues, including cross-border compliance and expatriate arrangements.• Develop strategies with HR to proactively address and mitigate litigation risks.• Handle specialized legal tasks and assignments as required.
2026-04-02T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Oakland, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to join our team in Oakland, California. This role requires someone who excels in supporting litigation processes, managing schedules, and handling legal documentation with precision. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and capable of working collaboratively in a hybrid work environment. Responsibilities: • Handle electronic filing (e-filing) with courts, ensuring accuracy and timely submission. • Manage manual calendaring tasks, including tracking deadlines and scheduling court appearances. • Conduct conflict checks to ensure compliance and avoid scheduling conflicts. • Prepare and format legal documents, including tables of authorities (TOAs) and tables of contents (TOCs). • Collaborate with attorneys to facilitate smooth litigation processes and provide administrative support. • Maintain accurate records of legal proceedings and filings. • Coordinate trial preparation tasks when required, supporting attorneys with necessary documentation and logistics. • Communicate effectively with court personnel and other legal professionals to resolve filing issues. • Assist with dictation tasks and transcription as needed.
2026-04-21T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Campbell, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
28 - 38 USD / Hourly
OverviewWe’re seeking a legal assistant to support a small team of attorneys in a civil litigation practice. This role is ideal for someone looking to build a long‑term career in litigation while gaining hands‑on experience across multiple practice areas. The environment is collaborative, fast‑paced, and supportive, with exposure to a wide range of litigation tasks. Key Responsibilities• Assist attorneys with civil litigation matters in state and federal court• Prepare and format legal documents including pleadings, shells, and discovery materials• Handle e‑filing in state and federal courts• Maintain calendars and track litigation deadlines using Clio or a similar CMS• Support case organization, file management, and document accuracy• Communicate with attorneys, clients, and court personnel as needed• Manage tasks efficiently while meeting strict deadlines
2026-05-02T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join our team in San Francisco, California. Responsibilities:• Prepare and format legal documents in compliance with local court rules.• Submit filings electronically and physically to the appropriate courts.• Maintain and update case and trial lists on a regular basis.• Coordinate trial preparation tasks, including creating binders, indices, and exhibits.• Schedule meetings, depositions, and conference rooms, ensuring all technological needs are arranged.• Communicate professionally with clients, vendors, and opposing counsel.• Process invoices and ensure timely submission to the accounting department.• Manage calendars by recording events in ProLaw and Microsoft Outlook, while calculating and monitoring legal deadlines.• Keep files organized and up to date in electronic formats, adhering to firm policies.• Assist with general office tasks such as sorting mail, maintaining common areas, and ordering supplies.
2026-04-09T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

San Jose, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a highly organized Legal Secretary to support attorneys handling complex business litigation in San Jose, California. This role requires someone who can manage court-related documentation with precision, maintain critical deadlines, and coordinate smoothly across multiple legal matters in both federal and state courts. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to remain accurate and responsive in a fast-paced legal environment. Responsibilities:• Prepare, format, proofread, and file legal documents for matters in federal and state courts, ensuring compliance with applicable procedural and court-specific rules.• Maintain attorney calendars by tracking hearings, filing deadlines, trials, and other case milestones, and proactively communicate upcoming commitments.• Submit documents through electronic filing platforms and court systems, including services commonly used for litigation support and court submissions.• Support litigation workflow by organizing case materials, managing transcripts, and maintaining orderly electronic and physical records.• Coordinate attorney dictation, correspondence, and document revisions while producing high-quality work product under tight timelines.• Assist with trial preparation by assembling binders, exhibits, briefs, and supporting materials needed for hearings and courtroom proceedings.• Use legal research and practice support tools to help attorneys access case information, filings, and related litigation documents.• Work across multiple active matters at once, prioritizing urgent requests and adjusting quickly to shifting deadlines and attorney needs.
2026-04-29T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
31.6635 - 40 USD / Hourly
A well-established nonprofit legal advocacy organization based in San Francisco is seeking a Senior Litigation Legal Secretary to join their legal team on a contract-to-hire basis. This role supports attorneys engaged in complex litigation, appellate matters, and policy-related legal work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. This is a senior-level litigation support role focused on independently managing filings, calendaring, and procedural compliance across complex matters in state, federal, and appellate courts. The team is seeking a highly organized professional who can operate with a high level of autonomy, accurately manage competing deadlines, and support a collaborative group of attorneys in a lean environment. This position is based in San Francisco and will require onsite presence 5 days/week for the first 90 days, with the potential to transition to a hybrid schedule (3 days onsite / 2 days remote) thereafter. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage and execute state, federal, and appellate court filings, including preparation of shell documents, exhibits, and supporting materials </li><li>Independently research court rules and procedures (FRCP, FRAP, CCP, and local rules) to ensure all filings are compliant </li><li>Perform advanced document formatting in Microsoft Word, including generating TOC/TOAs and applying styles </li><li>Manually calculate and calendar litigation, appellate, and discovery deadlines across multiple jurisdictions </li><li>Monitor dockets and proactively track deadlines triggered by filings, court orders, and scheduling updates </li><li>Prepare and coordinate service of process, chambers copies, and filings with external vendors as needed </li><li>Maintain and organize case files, pleadings, and litigation materials in accordance with internal protocols </li><li>Support administrative and case management functions, including conflict checks, tracking case costs, and maintaining internal databases </li><li>Assist with preparation of binders and materials for hearings, internal reviews, and case strategy discussions </li><li>Support policy-related legal work, including formatting and submission of agency comments and FOIA-related materials </li><li>Collaborate with attorneys and internal teams to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of deliverables </li></ul>
2026-04-24T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Walnut Creek, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a dependable Legal Secretary to provide support to a reputable law firm in Walnut Creek, California. This role is ideal for an experienced, detail-oriented candidate who can step in where needed, maintain momentum for attorneys and support staff, and adjust quickly to differing work styles and priorities. The position calls for strong legal administrative experience, sound judgment, and a collaborative approach in a congenial law firm environment. Responsibilities:• Provide floating legal secretarial coverage for attorneys and practice teams by stepping in during absences and assisting with high-volume assignments across multiple legal areas.• Prepare, format, revise, and finalize a wide range of legal documents, including pleadings, briefs, discovery materials, correspondence, and other case-related filings.• Coordinate court filings in state and federal venues, including electronic submissions and traditional filing methods, while ensuring compliance with procedural rules and deadlines.• Manage calendars, track critical dates, and support scheduling needs for matters, meetings, hearings, and other time-sensitive activities.• Transcribe, edit, and organize dictated or drafted content into well-prepared legal documents and communications.• Create, combine, and update PDF files and maintain accurate electronic records within the firm’s document management systems.• Work closely with attorneys and legal support staff to deliver overflow assistance and maintain seamless coverage across practice groups.• Adapt to varying attorney preferences, shifting priorities, and daily workload changes while maintaining consistency and high-quality service.
2026-04-30T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

San Jose, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
35 - 45 USD / Hourly
About the RoleWe’re seeking a seasoned legal secretary with litigation experience for a contract‑to‑hire role based in San Jose. This position supports attorneys handling complex matters in state and federal court and offers a bonus hybrid schedule. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, deadline‑driven, and comfortable supporting multiple attorneys in a fast‑paced litigation environment. Job Description• 5+ years of experience supporting attorneys in state and federal court litigation matters• Strong knowledge of court rules, procedures, and formatting requirements, including motion and trial filings• Extensive experience with calendaring, deadline tracking, and electronic filing systems such as ECF, PACER, OneLegal, First Legal, or similar platforms• Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat Pro, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint• Experience using litigation support tools including Law Toolbox, Lexis, transcript management software, and electronic discovery databases• Highly organized with the ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines• Strong written and verbal communication skills• Comfortable working in a high‑volume, deadline‑driven setting
2026-05-01T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Oakland, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
33 - 42 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to support a busy legal team in California. This contract-to-hire position is well suited for someone with strong attention to detail who can manage litigation support tasks with accuracy, urgency, and strong organizational skills. The role requires someone who is confident handling court filings, maintaining critical deadlines, and preparing legal documents in a fast-paced environment. This is an on-site role for the first 30 days, and will transition to a hybrid scheduled, depending on performance. Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and submit electronic court filings in a timely manner while ensuring compliance with jurisdictional rules and formatting standards.</li><li>Maintain attorneys’ schedules through careful manual calendaring of hearings, filings, deadlines, and other case-related events.</li><li>Conduct conflict checks and help verify that new matters are cleared according to firm procedures before work begins.</li><li>Create, revise, and finalize tables of authorities and tables of contents for legal filings and other formal documents.</li><li>Support the drafting, editing, formatting, and proofreading of litigation materials to ensure accuracy and quality.</li><li>Coordinate with attorneys and legal staff to keep case files organized and help track important procedural deadlines.</li><li>Assist with general administrative and secretarial duties that contribute to the efficient operation of the legal team </li></ul>
2026-04-25T00:00:00Z