<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>
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.
We are looking for a skilled Trial Paralegal to join our team on a contract basis in Redwood Shores, California. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting attorneys during trial preparation and litigation processes. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with a strong background in legal research, case management, and trial logistics.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Assist attorneys with trial preparation by organizing exhibits, drafting legal documents, and ensuring all necessary materials are ready.<br>• Conduct thorough legal and factual research to support case strategies and strengthen arguments.<br>• Manage discovery processes, including document production, deposition reviews, and interrogatories.<br>• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files, calendars, and databases to ensure deadlines are met.<br>• Coordinate witness interviews, prepare comprehensive witness lists, and handle subpoena processes.<br>• Create trial binders, exhibit lists, and demonstrative evidence to be utilized in court.<br>• Provide logistical and organizational support during trials, including managing exhibits and taking detailed notes.<br>• Collaborate with attorneys to ensure seamless trial execution and support ongoing litigation needs.
<p>We are looking for a Paralegal to join a commercial litigation firm in Oakland, California. This role is crucial to our operations as you will be responsible for assisting attorneys with legal and factual research, case management, and preparing legal documents. You will also have the opportunity to engage in various aspects of litigation from investigations to trial preparation.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Assist in the preparation and submission of filings with State and Federal Courts and arbitration tribunals.</p><p>• Schedule hearings, appointments, and deadlines, ensuring smooth case management.</p><p>• Maintain accurate case files, client information, and records in an organized manner.</p><p>• Conduct legal and factual research, including creating case timelines and synthesizing facts.</p><p>• Aid in the preparation of discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, pleadings, motions, and correspondence.</p><p>• Proofread, format, and check citations in documents, adhering to the Bluebook citation guide.</p><p>• Provide comprehensive assistance in all aspects of litigation, including investigations, discovery, and trial preparation.</p><p>• Maintain and manage document databases and logs; produce documents when necessary.</p><p>• Record time in accordance with ABA litigation guidelines.</p><p>• Perform other case-related administrative duties as assigned.</p>
<p>We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Legal Secretary to work with a firm that represents worker and labor unions located in Oakland, California. In this role, you will be tasked with managing legal documentation, collaborating with legal teams, and leveraging your litigation experience to support the firm's operations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Manage and organize legal documentation to ensure accuracy and accessibility in the system</p><p><br></p><p>• Collaborate efficiently with legal teams to facilitate smooth operation</p><p><br></p><p>• Utilize your litigation experience to assist in case preparation and management</p><p><br></p><p>• Respond to inquiries related to legal proceedings and documentation</p><p><br></p><p>• Monitor client accounts and legal proceedings, taking action where necessary</p><p><br></p><p>• Ensure the accurate and efficient processing of legal documentation</p><p><br></p><p>• Maintain the integrity and confidentiality of all legal data and information</p>
Responsibilities<br><br>Conduct legal research<br>Update and maintain internal databases<br>Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices<br>Aid attorneys with interrogatories and other discovery requests<br>Gather relevant information from a variety of sources<br>Liaise between trial team and internal/external third parties<br>Communicating with retained experts and preparing relevant materials for expert review<br>Help with voir dire, jury selection and witness preparation<br>Subpoena medical, billing, and radiology records, employment records, workers compensation records, and other entities<br>Prepare comprehensive medical chronologies and Howell analysis<br>Summarize written discovery and document productions<br>Conduct background checks, social media investigations, litigation history<br><br><br>Qualifications<br><br>3+ years’ recent experience in civil litigation – employment and/or wage and hour class action/PAGA experience required<br>You MUST be competent and proficient in the use of Word, Outlook, and One Drive<br>You MUST be able to navigate the web like Magellan<br>You must be able to handle working with several different databases of information and comfortable organizing data<br>Think on your feet and make smart decisions<br>Your ability to listen to what you are being told and ask follow-up questions is very important<br>Able to talk to people (employees, clients, visitors, salespeople, servers, the public, doctors, and people at the insurance company) in a manner that is polite, detail oriented, well-spoken, and that puts them at ease<br>You need to be willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time<br>Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle a high caseload<br>Trial preparation and trial support experience is required<br>Applicable knowledge of motions, discovery, evidence, litigation documents, court rules and procedures, practices, etc.<br>ABA approved paralegal certificate or other relevant certification
We are seeking a Paralegal to join our team in Walnut Creek, California. This role is crucial to our operations, requiring the successful candidate to have a solid understanding of legal procedures, excellent case management skills, and the ability to handle complaints effectively. <br><br>Responsibilities:<br><br>• Handle all aspects of litigation, including filing lawsuits, preparing legal documents, and managing court proceedings.<br>• Utilize case management software to effectively handle all cases.<br>• Use LexisNexis for legal research and to stay current on relevant laws and regulations.<br>• Create and manage Excel spreadsheets to track case progression and client information.<br>• Oversee billing functions to ensure all legal services are accurately billed and collected.<br>• Draft and prepare legal briefings for review by attorneys.<br>• Manage calendars and schedule meetings, court dates, and other important events.<br>• Administer claims and handle all aspects of complaint resolution.<br>• Utilize Adobe Acrobat for document management purposes.<br>• Ensure all actions taken in carrying out responsibilities support the goal of providing excellent client service.
<p>Growing boutique firm is seeking a paralegal to join their team. This role is key to our operations in the litigation industry, and involves tasks such as preparing and submitting filings, managing case schedules, maintaining case files, assisting with legal and factual research, and much more. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Assist attorneys with comprehensive legal and factual research, including the preparation of case timelines and the analysis and synthesis of facts.</p><p>• Organize and manage case files, client information, and records to ensure accuracy and easy retrieval.</p><p>• Prepare and submit filings to State and Federal Courts and arbitration tribunals, adhering to all relevant guidelines and procedures.</p><p>• Provide support in all aspects of litigation, from investigations and discovery to trial preparation, including the creation and maintenance of document databases and logs, document production, and on-site trial support.</p><p>• Facilitate effective case management by maintaining organized schedules and providing timely reminders of hearings, appointments, and deadlines.</p><p>• Help in the preparation of discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, pleadings, motions, correspondence, spreadsheets, and declarations.</p><p>• Ensure accurate formatting, proofreading, cite-checking, and blue-book documentation.</p><p>• Record time in line with ABA litigation guidelines, ensuring all case-related administrative and billable duties are performed.</p><p>• Utilize skills in e-filing and e-service across multiple jurisdictions, using online file and serve portals such as PACER, CM/ECF, and File & ServeXpress.B</p>
We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join our boutique estate planning and trust administration practice in Los Altos, California. This position requires a motivated and meticulous individual who thrives in a collaborative environment and possesses expertise in all aspects of trust and estate administration. You will work closely with attorneys, clients, fiduciaries, and support staff, managing complex cases and meeting deadlines with precision.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Organize and analyze asset information to support trust and estate administration processes.<br>• Assist in appraising and valuing assets, including strategies for asset allocation and subtrust funding.<br>• Prepare inventories, asset allocation agreements, and transfer documents for trust and estate matters.<br>• Draft and file court pleadings such as Probate petitions, Spousal Property petitions, and Trust Reformation petitions.<br>• Manage court filings, eFilings, discovery processes, and service of legal documents.<br>• Research and prepare deeds and supporting documents for real property transfers, including grant deeds and quitclaim deeds.<br>• Create fiduciary reports and accountings to ensure compliance and accuracy.<br>• Review and prepare Estate and Gift Tax returns with attention to detail.<br>• Maintain organized physical and electronic client files for seamless access and management.
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.
