<p>A boutique antitrust and complex litigation law firm in San Francisco is seeking a Temporary Legal Assistant to provide immediate, onsite litigation support during a transition period. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of litigation support experience, with strong hands-on skills in state and federal e-filing, legal document formatting, and trial preparation. This is a 100% onsite contract role (5 days per week) with the opportunity to convert to full-time employment based on performance and mutual fit. The firm is seeking a litigation support professional who can step in quickly and contribute in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare, format, and file litigation documents in state and federal courts, ensuring compliance with local and judge-specific rules</li><li>Handle e-filing and filing-ready document preparation, including pleadings, exhibits, TOCs/TOAs, PDF assembly, bookmarking, and proofs of service</li><li>Support trial and deposition preparation, including exhibit organization, binder preparation, and coordination of materials</li><li>Assist with litigation calendaring and deadline tracking</li><li>Provide hands-on litigation support to attorneys and paralegals across active matters</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is recruiting a Paralegal or Legal Assistant for a premier plaintiff-side personal injury litigation law firm in San Francisco’s Financial District (near BART/MUNI/ferries). The Paralegal/Legal Assistant plays a pivotal role in assisting the attorneys with case management and court filings, calendaring for the litigation docket, maintaining electronic case files, and working with clients to gather information and documents for discovery. A good candidate is organized, diligent, can work both independently and as part of a team, and is passionate about helping individual and family clients achieve justice and full recovery.</p><p><br></p><p>Principle responsibilities:</p><p>• Communicate with clients in person, over the phone, and via email;</p><p>• Assist with drafting, formatting, proofreading, and finalizing correspondence, pleadings, demand letters, mediation briefs, and other legal documents;</p><p>• Prepare and serve discovery;</p><p>• File pleadings with both state and Federal trial courts;</p><p>• Perform administrative duties, such as maintaining lawyers’ calendars, scheduling depositions and entering deadlines to the master calendar;</p><p>• Process and handle incoming subpoenas and obtain medical records, including medical billing;</p><p>• Create and maintain digital case files for each client;</p><p>• Screen, process, direct, and prioritize incoming calls, emails, and mail; and</p><p>• Take initiative to manage law firm marketing efforts.</p><p><br></p><p>Desired qualifications:</p><p>• 2+ years litigation legal assistance experience, with some plaintiffs’ PI law experience;</p><p>• College degree, and preferably a Paralegal Certificate;</p><p>• Knowledge of state and Federal (ECF / PACER) e-filing platforms and service processers (OneLegal), local court rules, and calendaring deadlines;</p><p>• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English is a plus factor;</p><p>• Good writing (including editing and proofreading) and verbal communication skills;</p><p>• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, incl. ability to handle multiple projects; and</p><p>• Solid word processing experience (MS Office Suite and Adobe) and database software proficiency (Dropbox and Filevine are a plus).</p><p><br></p><p>This is a terrific direct-hire opportunity with a collaborative and easygoing boutique law firm. Our client is offering a base salary range of $55,000 – 85,000+/year, depending on experience, for a regular 35-hour workweek (7-hour workday). Some overtime available, but it’s not common. There is bonus compensation and employment benefits including medical insurance plan coverage, 401k Plan, 3 weeks of paid time off (PTO), and paid firm holidays. The attorneys are flexible about occasionally changing schedule to attend to personal appointments.</p><p><br></p><p>For confidential consideration, please email resume to Jon Lucchese, VP & Sr. Recruiting Mgr. - Permanent Placement Services Practice, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!</p>
<p>Legal Assistant to join our team in San Francisco, California.</p><p><br></p><p>Duties: </p><ul><li>Prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery materials. </li><li>TOCs and TOAs</li><li>Electronic and paper filing </li><li>Prepare binders and document production </li><li>Provide administrative assistance on complex litigation processes and deadlines</li><li>Support attorneys with time management tasks, time entry and billing coordination </li></ul>
We are looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant to provide comprehensive support to attorneys and ensure the efficient operation of legal cases and firm processes. This role requires a proactive individual who excels in managing legal documentation, scheduling, correspondence, and trial preparation. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and a deep understanding of litigation procedures.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Open and close legal cases by obtaining necessary contracts, authorizations, and case details, and ensure proper documentation is circulated.<br>• Draft, prepare, and send legal correspondence, including communications with clients and other relevant parties.<br>• Coordinate travel arrangements for attorneys and manage incoming mail and service documents appropriately.<br>• Order and organize investigation reports and medical records for case files.<br>• Transcribe dictation promptly and maintain attorney calendars for appointments, depositions, and court schedules.<br>• Create, maintain, and organize both physical and electronic case files, ensuring all documents are saved and routed correctly.<br>• Prepare and file complaints, motions, and other pleadings in state and federal courts, adhering to deadlines and filing requirements.<br>• Schedule court appearances, depositions, and client meetings, arranging for interpreters or videographers when necessary.<br>• Assist in trial preparation by organizing trial binders, exhibits, and other materials, and coordinating expert witnesses and jury instructions.<br>• Manage discovery processes, ensuring timely receipt and distribution to attorneys, paralegals, and clients.
We are looking for an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join our team in San Francisco, California. In this role, you will contribute to the legal and corporate operations of multiple AI-focused companies within our portfolio. This position offers a dynamic environment where you will collaborate with internal leadership and external counsel, gaining exposure to venture-backed enterprises, corporate transactions, and fast-paced technology businesses.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Assist with the formation and compliance of corporate entities across various operating companies.<br>• Draft and organize key documents, including operating agreements, board resolutions, contracts, and internal policies under attorney supervision.<br>• Manage corporate records, compliance schedules, and document repositories to ensure accurate and up-to-date filings.<br>• Support transactions and financings by coordinating signatures, tracking deliverables, and overseeing closing checklists.<br>• Collaborate with external legal counsel and internal stakeholders to facilitate the timely execution of legal processes.<br>• Maintain and update legal templates, standard documents, and workflows to streamline operations.<br>• Provide day-to-day legal support to executives and founders, ensuring efficient management of legal tasks and processes.
<p>Robert Half is recruiting a Litigation Secretary for a highly regarded plaintiff-side personal injury and civil rights litigation law firm in the North Bay. The Legal Secretary will play a pivotal role in keeping the office functioning efficiently, assisting the partners with court filings, coordinating meetings, maintaining electronic case files, and working with clients to gather information and documents for discovery. A good candidate is organized, diligent, can work both independently and as part of a team, and is passionate about helping individual and family clients achieve justice and full recovery.</p><p><br></p><p>Principle responsibilities:</p><p>• Format, proofread, and finalize detailed correspondence, pleadings, and other legal documents;</p><p>• File pleadings with both state and Federal trial courts;</p><p>• Work with paralegal to prepare and serve discovery;</p><p>• Process and handle incoming subpoenas and obtain medical records;</p><p>• Communicate with clients in person, over the phone, and via email;</p><p>• Create and maintain digital case files for each client;</p><p>• Perform administrative duties, such as maintaining lawyers’ calendars, scheduling depositions and entering deadlines to the master calendar; and</p><p>• Screen, process, direct, and prioritize incoming calls, emails, and mail.</p><p><br></p><p>Desired qualifications:</p><p>• 5+ year litigation legal assistant experience;</p><p>• Knowledge of state and Federal (ECF) e-filing platforms, rules, and eDockets is preferred;</p><p>• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English is a plus factor;</p><p>• Good written (including editing and proofreading) and verbal communication skills;</p><p>• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, incl. ability to handle multiple projects;</p><p>• Strong time management skills to handle multiple tasks with competing deadlines efficiently; and</p><p>• Solid office software, word processing, database maintenance, and internet research skills.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a terrific direct-hire opportunity with some telecommute flexibility to work remotely part of the week. Our client is offering an annual base salary range of $75,000 – 100,000+/year, depending on experience, for a regular 35-hour workweek (7-hour workday). Some overtime available, but it’s not common. There is bonus compensation and some employment benefits including HMO medical insurance plan, commuter checks, disability insurance, 401k Plan after at least one years of service, and paid vacation and paid sick leave. The attorneys and the office are very friendly and is a nice place to work.</p><p><br></p><p>For confidential consideration, please email resume to Jon Lucchese, VP & Sr. Recruiting Mgr. for Permanent Placement Services, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!</p>
We are looking for a skilled and highly organized Legal Secretary to join a dynamic plaintiff personal injury practice in Oakland, California. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of legal procedures, case management, and trial preparation, with a focus on supporting attorneys through efficient and detail-oriented administrative tasks. This role requires excellent multitasking skills and a proactive approach to managing case files from intake to trial.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate and manage case files, ensuring all documentation is accurate and up-to-date.<br>• Handle intake processes and organize medical records for ongoing cases.<br>• Prepare and file legal documents electronically, adhering to court deadlines and procedures.<br>• Maintain and update calendars, scheduling hearings, deadlines, and client meetings.<br>• Support discovery processes, including gathering information and drafting responses.<br>• Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and coordinating logistics.<br>• Manage dictation and transcription tasks with precision and timeliness.<br>• Communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, and other legal professionals.<br>• Utilize case management software to track deadlines and ensure compliance with California legal protocols.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary in San Rafael, California. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys, including managing active litigation cases.</p><p>• Coordinate and execute litigation calendaring and docketing, ensuring deadlines, hearings, and discovery cutoffs are accurately tracked.</p><p>• Prepare, format, and proofread complex legal documents while ensuring compliance with court rules and requirements.</p><p>• Handle e-filing and court submissions for state and federal courts with precision and timeliness.</p><p>• Maintain client files and case management systems, ensuring all records are organized and up-to-date.</p><p>• Communicate professionally with clients, vendors, and internal teams, serving as a reliable point of contact.</p><p>• Manage scheduling and logistics for meetings, hearings, and depositions, ensuring seamless operations.</p><p>• Utilize advanced technical skills in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and legal document management systems to support daily operations.</p><p>• Monitor and prioritize multiple high-priority tasks, ensuring deadlines are met in a fast-paced environment.</p><p>• Uphold confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive information and financial transactions.</p>
We are looking for an Associate Attorney to join our dynamic legal team in San Francisco, California. This role involves handling complex construction-related matters, including litigation and contract negotiation, for a diverse clientele. If you are passionate about providing strategic legal solutions and have expertise in construction law, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Draft, negotiate, and manage contracts for a variety of construction projects, including commercial and government contracts.<br>• Represent clients such as owners, contractors, and designers in litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution processes.<br>• Provide legal guidance on procurement issues, risk management, and contract administration to ensure compliance and mitigate potential risks.<br>• Handle documentation and resolution of claims related to delays, equitable adjustments, design defects, and change orders.<br>• Advise on bid protests and disputes involving extra work and construction defects.<br>• Manage legal strategies for dispute avoidance and claim preparation to protect client interests.<br>• Conduct legal research and analysis using tools like LexisNexis to support case management and litigation.<br>• Collaborate with clients to develop effective strategies for resolving complex legal challenges.<br>• Maintain detailed records and documentation for case proceedings and client interactions.<br>• Stay updated on relevant laws and regulations to ensure accurate legal advice.
<p>We’re partnering with a leading law firm in San Francisco to source a highly skilled Legal Administrative Assistant for a full‑time (35 hours/week) temporary assignment. This role requires prior law‑firm experience and strong competency in document production, attorney support, and workflow coordination.</p><p>After a 90‑day introductory period, the position transitions to a hybrid schedule (3 days onsite / 2 days remote).</p><p>This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a professional legal environment, is comfortable supporting multiple busy attorneys, and can manage a steady volume of administrative and document work with accuracy, urgency, and sound judgment.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage attorney calendars, contacts, meeting logistics, and conference room reservations</li><li>Greet clients, prepare meeting materials, and coordinate AV, food, or room requirements</li><li>Prepare and reconcile monthly expense reports and corporate card activity</li><li>Coordinate domestic travel arrangements</li><li>Prepare, proofread, and format legal documents—including TOCs, tables, and electronic filings</li><li>Perform scanning, copying, binding, and other general administrative tasks</li><li>Create and maintain organized physical and electronic filing systems</li><li>Support new matter openings, engagement letters, and binder preparation</li><li>Track bar admissions and CLE deadlines for assigned attorneys</li><li>Handle time entry, contract attorney time tracking, and prebills</li><li>Provide backup support to other administrative staff and assist with special projects as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half Legal is recruiting a Labor & Employment Associate for the Marin County office of its large statewide law firm client. The ideal candidate will have 2-10+ years of practice in L& E and/or commercial litigation. Qualifications include excellent writing and oral advocacy skills, diverse discovery and law & motion experience, and optimally some deposition and trial advocacy. This is definitely a partnership-track opportunity, so career-minded litigators who are looking to join a firm that has a good program for business and career development and a genuine interest in developing partners are encouraged to apply.</p><p><br></p><p>The target salary is $135,000 - 200,000+/yr, DOE, plus sizeable monthly productivity bonuses and a discretionary annual bonus (ranging from $7,000 to $20,000+). Comprehensive benefits, including the firm’s profit-sharing contributions to the retirement plan, are a part of the employment package. For confidential consideration, please email your resume to Jon Lucchese, Vice President for Permanent Placement Services Practice, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!</p>
<p>Robert Half is recruiting an Associate Attorney (Employment Law) for a delightful boutique law firm in downtown San Francisco (can work mostly remotely). This L& E Associate position is about half defense litigation work and half advice & counsel practice. It’s a fantastic opportunity for an experienced employment litigator to manage with autonomy the case load and relationships with human resources managers and executives at the firm’s clients in various industries, life sciences & biotech, AI software and tech startups, small and mid-sized retail and B2B enterprises, and nonprofits. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities include:</p><p>• Defense of single plaintiff, class action, and PAGA litigation concerning labor & employment claims in state and Federal courts;</p><p>• Represent clients in administrative proceedings (e.g., EEOC, DFEH) as well as in arbitration, mediation, and settlement conferences;</p><p>• Conduct workplace investigations;</p><p>• Prepare employee handbooks and management training; and</p><p>• Significant amount of advice & counsel and HR compliance work.</p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications:</p><p>• 2++ years of employment litigation practice, including handling wage & hour lawsuits;</p><p>• Experience conducting and defending depositions and arguing dispositive motions;</p><p>• Active and in good standing with State Bar of California; and</p><p>• Strong work ethic & good sense of humor.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a unique, up-and-coming law firm (with very friendly, good-natured shareholders and team) offering partnership track and ample legal secretary support, and true pro bono practice. Salary range is $140,000 – 230,00/yr, DOE, and year-end bonus as well as production bonuses. Comprehensive employment benefits package includes M/D/V insurance, 401k Plan, paid vacation, fun teambuilding events, and very flexible telecommute policy. </p><p><br></p><p>For confidential consideration, please email resume to Jon Lucchese, VP for Permanent Placement Services Practice, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!</p>
<p>Robert Half is recruiting a Family Lawyer for a top-ranked matrimonial law firm in downtown SF (hybrid preferred; remote OK for very experienced practitioners). The Attorney is responsible for managing own caseload from start to finish, including appearing on behalf of clients in court and motion hearings, conducting/defending depositions, and trial advocacy. Our client’s firm is a premier family law practice representing clients in divorce proceedings, including high asset dissolutions and middle-class family clients). There are over a dozen attorneys in this firm and 10 legal support staff (including an experienced team of family law paralegals). </p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications for the Associate/Counsel position include the following: (i) 2-10+ years of family law practice; (ii) good experience doing appearances in court, depositions, and trials; (iii) strong research and writing skills, and excellent courtroom oral advocacy prowess; (iv) good case management skills; and (v) active and in good standing with the State Bar of California. </p><p><br></p><p>This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced advocate who enjoys mastering family law and wants plenty of courtroom and trial litigation experience. Our client is offering a starting base salary of $140,000 – 200,000+/yr. There is a lucrative bonus program for exceeding the annual billable hour target. Employment benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, 401(k) Plan with Firm match, accrue 3 weeks CTO at start, paid federal holidays, and CLE and Bar dues covered by the Firm. </p><p><br></p><p>For confidential consideration, please email resume to Jon Lucchese, Vice President of Permanent Placement Services Practice, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!</p>
<p>Robert Half is recruiting TWO Labor & Employment Attorney (Associate or Of Counsel level) for the Marin County office (hybrid telecommute OK) of its large statewide law firm client. The ideal candidates will have 2-20+ years of practice in employment litigation, ideally but not necessarily involving municipality and public sector entities. Qualifications include excellent writing and oral advocacy skills, good discovery (including conducting depositions) and law & motion experience, and optimally some work doing oral arguments in adversarial hearings (e.g., ALJ for PERB, DFEH, DOL; state and Federal trial courts; arbitration). </p><p><br></p><p>These are litigation and advice & counsel positions. And, they are definitely partnership-track opportunities, so career-minded litigators with strong work ethic are encouraged to apply.</p><p><br></p><p>The target base salary is $125,000 - 225,000+/yr, DOE, plus bonuses ranging from $10,000 to $30,000+, depending on amount of hours billed. Comprehensive benefits, including the firm’s profit-sharing contributions to the retirement plan, are a part of the employment package. For confidential consideration, please email your resume to Jon Lucchese, Vice President for Permanent Placement Services Division, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!</p>
We are looking for a skilled Litigation Legal Secretary to join our dynamic legal team in Oakland, California. In this role, you will provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to attorneys across various practice areas. The ideal candidate will excel in managing legal documentation, maintaining organization, and ensuring seamless communication within a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare, format, and revise legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and forms based on handwritten drafts, notes, or dictation.<br>• Proofread legal materials thoroughly to ensure accuracy in spelling, grammar, and formatting.<br>• Handle electronic court filings in both state and federal courts with precision and efficiency.<br>• Manage scheduling and calendaring for meetings, depositions, hearings, and other legal events.<br>• Provide legal calendaring support to track deadlines and court dates.<br>• Assist attorneys with special projects and general administrative tasks as needed.<br>• Facilitate the opening and closing of legal matters with attention to detail.<br>• Compare, edit, and finalize documents using document comparison software to produce redlined versions.<br>• Collaborate with attorneys to complete complex assignments under tight deadlines.
Essential Job Duties:<br><br>Secretarial, word processing, and legal administrative support for multiple partners and associate attorneys in a variety of practice areas.<br>Create, revise, and format legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, and forms from handwritten drafts, notes, or dictation. Apply track changes, formatting, and styles; edit, label, and redact documents; compare documents using document comparison software and produce redlined versions; ability to produce TOA and TOC<br>Proofread documents for spelling, grammatical, typographical, and formatting errors<br>Experience with E-filing in both State and Federal courts<br>Assist attorneys with special projects and other general administrative duties.<br>Schedule and calendar meetings, depositions, hearings, and court reporters.<br>Perform legal calendaring<br>Assist with the opening and closing of matters<br>Interact with clients, visitors, attorneys, and staff via telephone and email<br>Qualifications:<br><br>3+ years of experience as a litigation legal secretary within a law firm environment<br>Ability to support multiple attorneys in a fast-paced environment<br>Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask<br>Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills<br>Ability to take direction and work independently with little or no supervision, as well as part of a team<br>Ability to handle complex assignments and complete projects under tight deadlines, must be able to adapt to changing priorities quickly<br>Strong commitment to client service<br>Must be a team player<br>Excellent attention to detail and proofreading skills<br>Ability to work overtime on an occasional basis<br>Minimum Requirements:<br><br>High School diploma or GED, required<br>3+ years of litigation experience required<br>Strong knowledge with Office 365 and Adobe Acrobat or FoxIt PDF<br>Experience with a Document Management System such as IManage, Filesite, NetDocs<br>Candidate must be able to work 5 days in the office for the first 90 days, and then a hybrid work schedule of 3 days in the office
<p>Established plaintiff firm is seeking a Paralegal to join their dynamic team in Oakland, California. As part of a plaintiff-focused personal injury firm, you will play a critical role in supporting attorneys and advocating for clients seeking justice. This position offers a meaningful opportunity to make a difference in people's lives while working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Assist attorneys in all stages of personal injury cases, from initial intake to resolution.</p><p>• Draft, review, and file legal documents, including pleadings and correspondence.</p><p>• Maintain regular communication with clients, medical providers, and insurance companies.</p><p>• Organize case files, track deadlines, and manage calendars to ensure timely progress.</p><p>• Prepare discovery responses, settlement documents, and trial-related materials.</p><p>• Conduct administrative tasks such as document management and data entry.</p><p>• Uphold confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions with clients and stakeholders.</p><p>• Collaborate with the legal team to ensure streamlined case management and effective support.</p>
<p>Robert Half is recruiting Litigation Attorneys with at least 2 years of civil litigation experience for its growing defense law firm client in Contra Costa County (hybrid telecommute OK). Insurance defense experience is preferred (including preparing status reports), construction defect litigation is a plus, but good law & motion advocacy and discovery experience are the core requirements. This is a good opportunity for a lawyer eager to take on more depositions (all virtual), court appearances, on-site inspections, and trial preparation. Partnership-track position.</p><p><br></p><p>Depending on years of experience, base salary ranges from $100,000 to 150,000/yr, plus ample annual bonus potential (up to $10,000+). Employment benefits package includes health insurance (Kaiser HMO and Anthem plans), 401k Plan with 4% firm match after 90 days of service, and unlimited PTO. For confidential consideration, please email your resume to Jon Lucchese, Vice President for Permanent Placement Services Practice, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!</p>
We are looking for a dedicated Associate Attorney specializing in general liability to join our team in San Francisco, California. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment while managing diverse litigation cases. If you are passionate about providing strategic legal solutions and have a strong background in liability law, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Represent clients in a variety of general liability cases, ensuring thorough and strategic defense.<br>• Investigate claims, analyze liability and damages, and devise effective case strategies.<br>• Conduct legal research and draft detailed motions, pleadings, memos, and correspondence.<br>• Prepare and respond to discovery requests, as well as manage depositions effectively.<br>• Advocate for clients during court appearances, hearings, mediations, and trials/arbitrations.<br>• Maintain clear communication with partners, clients, opposing counsel, and team members.<br>• Manage 1850 billable hours while upholding quality and efficiency.<br>• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure comprehensive case preparation and execution.
<p>Established law firm is seeking a skilled Legal Secretary to join their close-knit team in Emeryville, California. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with extensive experience in litigation and proficiency in electronic filing systems for state and federal courts. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting attorneys and ensuring smooth case management.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare, review, and file legal documents and pleadings using electronic filing systems for state and federal courts.</p><p>• Manage case calendars, track deadlines, and coordinate court appearances to ensure all schedules are maintained.</p><p>• Organize and maintain both physical and electronic case files, including discovery materials and correspondence.</p><p>• Draft, proofread, and edit legal correspondence such as memos, letters, and other official documents.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with attorneys, clients, and court personnel to handle procedural requirements and case updates.</p><p>• Assist in trial preparation by compiling exhibits, witness lists, and creating trial binders.</p><p>• Schedule meetings, depositions, conference calls, and oversee travel arrangements whenever necessary.</p><p>• Respond promptly to attorney and client requests, ensuring workflows are managed efficiently to meet deadlines.</p>
<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>
We are looking for a skilled Associate Attorney to join our team in Santa Rosa, California. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in civil litigation and at least four years of relevant experience, particularly in commercial litigation. Familiarity with employment law is highly desirable, as well as a demonstrated ability to manage case reviews, draft pleadings, and handle law and motion matters effectively.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct thorough case reviews and analyze applicable laws to provide strategic legal counsel.<br>• Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, and other legal documents with precision and attention to detail.<br>• Represent clients in court proceedings, including arguing law and motion matters.<br>• Develop and execute discovery strategies, including preparing and responding to written discovery requests.<br>• Collaborate closely with team members to ensure seamless case management and effective representation.<br>• Maintain compliance with billable hour requirements, achieving a minimum of 1,650 hours annually.<br>• Provide guidance on employment law matters as applicable to client cases.<br>• Utilize case management and document management software to organize and track case progress.<br>• Research and summarize legal matters to support case strategy and client advisement.
<p>Robert Half Legal is recruiting an Associate Attorney for a civil litigation defense law firm in San Francisco (option to work remotely or hybrid in-office). This is a leading local firm in public entity and municipality representation and their practice defends a variety of matters, including catastrophic PI, premises liability, civil rights, and employment claims. Plenty of opportunity to get direct advocacy experience by arguing motions in court, taking/defending depositions, and trial preparation.</p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications for the Associate Attorney position:</p><p>• 1-10+ years of civil litigation practice;</p><p>• Insurance defense and/or public entity law experience is preferred; and</p><p>• Active and in good standing with the State Bar of California.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a partnership-track position and the Firm offers lots of mentorship to develop its litigation team and assist them with business development. Our client is offering a starting base salary range of $125,000 to 190,000+/yr., DOE, generous automatic bonuses for exceeding annual billable hour target as well as a discretionary year-end bonus [has been paid every year for over a decade], and comprehensive employment benefits package (incl. 100% firm-paid medical, dental, vision insurance, 401k Plan with 3% firm contribution, commuter costs reimbursement [free office parking, rideshare reimbursement, REMOTE OK], etc.).</p><p><br></p><p>For confidential consideration, please email resume to Jon Lucchese, Vice President for Permanent Placement Services Practice, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Litigation Attorney to join an established law firm in Walnut Creek, California. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with a highly respected firm specializing in construction litigation. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about delivering exceptional legal solutions, we encourage you to apply.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Handle various aspects of litigation, including preparing pleadings, drafting motions, and managing discovery processes.</p><p>• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategies and provide informed recommendations to clients.</p><p>• Represent clients in mediation and dispute resolution proceedings to achieve favorable settlements.</p><p>• Take and defend depositions with professionalism and attention to detail.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to develop comprehensive legal strategies and solutions.</p><p>• Manage settlement agreements and ensure compliance with negotiated terms.</p><p>• Provide legal guidance and representation in matters related to community association law.</p><p>• Argue motions effectively in court to support case objectives.</p><p>• Maintain clear and persuasive communication with clients and stakeholders to address their legal needs.</p><p>• Stay updated on relevant legal developments and apply knowledge to enhance case outcomes.</p>
<p>A highly regarded defense firm in Walnut Creek is seeking a contract-to-hire eDiscovery Paralegal to join their litigation team. This role will start on-site for the first 30 days of training, and then will become hybrid (3 days on-site, 2 days remote).</p><p><br></p><p>This role is ideal for an experienced eDiscovery Paralegal who is hands-on with Relativity, comfortable leveraging AI-driven review tools, and open to mentoring junior paralegals.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage the full eDiscovery lifecycle in a litigation environment</li><li>Oversee document collections, processing, review workflows, and productions</li><li>Utilize Relativity, including AI-assisted review and analytics tools</li><li>Coordinate with attorneys, vendors, and internal litigation teams</li><li>Perform quality control and troubleshoot eDiscovery issues</li><li>Provide light mentoring and guidance to other paralegals on eDiscovery best practices</li></ul>
