<p><strong>Job Summary</strong></p><p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Legal Secretary to join our team. In this role, you will provide essential administrative and paralegal support to attorneys, contributing to seamless case management and exceptional client service. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where your contributions directly impact clients' lives. We welcome applications for both direct hire (full-time, permanent) and temp-to-hire arrangements, with potential for long-term placement based on performance and firm needs.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate court appearances, depositions, and client meetings for multiple attorneys.</li><li>Prepare, file, and organize legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and settlement agreements related to personal injury claims.</li><li>Handle client communications via phone, email, and in-person interactions, providing updates on case progress and gathering initial intake information for accident or injury reports.</li><li>Conduct basic research on case details, such as medical records, accident reports, and insurance policies, to support trial preparation.</li><li>Maintain confidential client files, ensuring compliance with legal standards and firm protocols for sensitive personal injury documentation.</li><li>Assist with billing, expense tracking, and contingency fee calculations, while coordinating with medical providers and expert witnesses.</li><li>Perform general office duties, including data entry, transcription of attorney notes, and preparation of correspondence for negotiations or settlements.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>A growing national firm is seeking an Associate to join their team in the Bay Area. This position will involve managing a litigation caseload and preparing for trial. You will be working in a dynamic environment where you will be expected to independently manage tasks and contribute to the team. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefits.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Independently manage a litigation caseload, from case inception to trial</p><p>• Conduct depositions and prepare witnesses for deposition and trial</p><p>• Review and analyze discovery requests and respond accordingly</p><p>• Prepare and respond to discovery responses and pleadings</p><p>• Prepare court filings and ensure service to counsel; experience with e-filing is a plus</p><p>• Assist in trial preparation and provide support during trials</p><p>• Maintain accurate time records relating to case management</p><p>• Use skills such as defending depositions, trial preparation, drafting motions, and arguing motions to effectively handle cases</p><p>• Utilize civil litigation experience to navigate complex legal matters.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced litigation attorney to join a well-respected law firm in Walnut Creek, California. The firm specializes in construction, real estate litigation, and contract disputes. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex cases in a collaborative environment where your writing, analytical, and verbal skills will be highly valued. This role offers competitive compensation based on experience + a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefit.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Represent clients in construction claims, general real estate litigation matters, and contract disputes.</p><p>• Conduct thorough discovery processes, including drafting and responding to written discovery requests.</p><p>• Take and defend depositions, including those involving percipient and expert witnesses.</p><p>• Assist in trial and arbitration proceedings as part of a litigation team.</p><p>• Prepare legal briefs, motions, and other necessary court documents.</p><p>• Develop and implement effective litigation strategies to achieve favorable outcomes.</p><p>• Collaborate with colleagues, including attorneys and paralegals, to ensure efficient case management.</p><p>• Maintain client relationships and provide clear communication on case progress and expectations.</p>
<p>A growing trusts and estates practice is seeking an Estate Planning Associate Attorney to join the team on a contract-to-hire basis, with conversion based on performance and fit. This opportunity offers substantial client exposure, hands-on responsibility, and the ability to work closely with experienced practitioners handling sophisticated estate planning and administration matters.</p><p><br></p><p>The firm strongly prefers candidates who can be present in the Walnut Creek office 1-2 days per week to foster collaboration and mentorship. However, fully remote arrangements will be considered for particularly strong candidates with demonstrated estate planning and estate administration experience.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys client interaction, takes ownership of their work, communicates openly, and is looking to continue growing within a supportive and collaborative environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Draft and review estate planning documents, including: revocable and irrevocable trusts, wills, powers of attorney, advance healthcare directives, transfer and funding documents</li><li>Independently manage estate planning matters from client intake through execution</li><li>Counsel individuals and families on estate planning objectives, wealth transfer strategies, incapacity planning, and trust structures</li><li>Handle trust administration matters, including asset identification and valuation, preparation of beneficiary notices, coordination of trust distributions, communication with trustees and beneficiaries, and review and preparation of accountings</li><li>Assist with probate administration and court filings as needed</li><li>Work directly with clients to gather information, explain legal options, and guide them through the planning and administration process</li><li>Conduct legal research related to trusts, estates, probate, and tax-related issues</li><li>Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to move matters efficiently and provide exceptional client service</li><li>Maintain organized files, manage deadlines, and handle multiple matters simultaneously</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>A respected California law firm is seeking a Litigation Attorney to support a Partner based in the Sacramento office. While the firm's practice includes administrative, energy, and environmental law matters, this position will primarily focus on employment law and workplace investigations.</p><p><br></p><p>The firm is actively growing and is open to bringing on an attorney in a contract-to-hire capacity, with the opportunity to transition to a permanent role after approximately 3–4 months. This position is fully remote and offers an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking long-term growth with a collaborative and expanding team.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage employment-related litigation matters through all stages, from early assessment to final resolution.</li><li>Conduct workplace investigations and assist in gathering, evaluating, and organizing relevant facts and findings.</li><li>Prepare substantive legal documents, including complaints, answers, motions, briefs, and discovery materials.</li><li>Perform thorough legal research and develop clear written analyses to support case strategy and client advice.</li><li>Oversee case progress by tracking deadlines, coordinating next steps, and helping shape litigation strategy.</li><li>Advise clients on employment issues and provide practical legal guidance tailored to workplace matters.</li><li>Work closely with attorneys in related practice areas when matters involve overlapping legal issues.</li></ul>
<p>A growing civil litigation defense practice in Walnut Creek is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its team on a contract-to-hire basis. This role starts fully on-site in Walnut Creek during the training period, and then transitions to a hybrid role offering a schedule of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote and is open to both newly barred attorneys and more experienced litigators. The practice handles a variety of defense matters, including premises liability, transportation/trucking, products liability, construction defect, habitability, and general tort litigation. Attorneys are given the opportunity to take ownership of their cases, work directly with clients, and gain meaningful litigation experience in a collaborative environment with no formal billable hour requirement.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage cases from inception through resolution, including trial when applicable</li><li>Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal correspondence</li><li>Conduct legal research and develop case strategy</li><li>Attend hearings, depositions, mediations, and court appearances</li><li>Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and witnesses</li><li>Negotiate settlements and assist in resolving matters efficiently</li><li>Maintain case files, track deadlines, and ensure timely case progression</li><li>Collaborate with attorneys and staff to provide high-quality client service</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an attorney with 2+ years of experience to join a growing law firm serving community associations in California. This opportunity offers exposure to a broad legal practice that touches contract matters, real property issues, corporate governance, tort claims, fair housing concerns, and insurance-related disputes. The ideal candidate brings strong legal writing, sound analytical judgment, and the confidence to represent clients effectively in both court proceedings and day-to-day counsel. This is a permanent, in-office position for someone motivated to deepen subject-matter expertise in a specialized and expanding area of law.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Represent community association clients in litigation and advisory matters across a range of legal issues affecting common interest developments.<br>• Prepare persuasive legal documents, including motions, briefs, pleadings, and other court filings, with close attention to detail and legal strategy.<br>• Manage discovery activities by drafting requests and responses, reviewing produced materials, and helping develop case positions.<br>• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and the court in a detail-focused and confident manner.<br>• Analyze disputes involving contracts, property rights, governance matters, tort exposure, housing-related issues, and insurance concerns.<br>• Support case progression from initial assessment through resolution while maintaining required billable hour expectations.<br>• Contribute to the firm’s expanding practice by delivering responsive legal service and building knowledge in community association law.
<p>We are looking for a dedicated Attorney to join our team in the greater Northern California region. This role involves representing public safety and public-sector labor unions in a variety of labor and employment matters, including litigation, collective bargaining, and administrative proceedings. The ideal candidate will have strong advocacy skills and a passion for supporting clients in complex legal situations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Provide strategic legal counsel to union clients on labor and employment matters.</p><p>• Represent clients in grievance hearings, arbitration, and administrative interviews.</p><p>• Advocate for clients in state and federal court proceedings.</p><p>• Participate in membership meetings and deliver legal insights to union members.</p><p>• Handle cases before labor and employment boards, including the Public Employment Relations Board and State Personnel Board.</p><p>• Draft and review motions, briefs, and legal documents with precision and attention to detail.</p><p>• Conduct discovery processes and manage case-related documentation.</p><p>• Travel locally within Northern and Central California to attend hearings and client meetings.</p><p>• Collaborate with colleagues to develop legal strategies and ensure optimal outcomes.</p><p>• Stay updated on changes in labor and employment laws to provide informed advice.</p>
We are looking for an Employment Litigation Attorney to join a legal team serving clients in San Ramon, California. This role focuses on advising and representing employers and employees across a wide range of workplace disputes, combining strong litigation capability with practical legal counsel. The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of employment law and can navigate sensitive matters involving compliance, contracts, workplace policies, and contested personnel actions with sound judgment and professionalism.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Represent clients in employment-related disputes involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, wage and hour matters, and whistleblower allegations.<br>• Provide legal guidance on drafting, reviewing, and enforcing employment agreements, severance terms, and independent contractor arrangements.<br>• Assess workplace policies and personnel practices to help clients maintain compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws.<br>• Advise employers on employee classification issues to reduce exposure to regulatory penalties, audits, and related claims.<br>• Support clients through workforce changes, including reorganizations, reductions in force, and separation matters, while identifying legal risks.<br>• Review employment contracts and workplace conditions to determine fairness, enforceability, and compliance with applicable legal standards.<br>• Defend clients in disputes involving contractual breaches, grievance procedures, due process concerns, and involuntary dismissal claims.<br>• Counsel businesses on employment matters involving foreign workers, employee relations, and equal employment opportunity obligations.
<p>Our client is looking for a skilled Pre-Litigation Attorney to join their team. This role involves managing personal injury cases from intake through settlement, ensuring efficient resolution while maximizing case value. The ideal candidate will possess strong negotiation skills and a deep understanding of pre-litigation processes, contributing to a collaborative and results-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Handle a high-volume caseload of personal injury cases from intake through settlement.</p><p>• Assess liability, damages, and overall case value to develop strategic approaches.</p><p>• Guide clients through treatment plans and the progression of their cases.</p><p>• Collect, review, and organize medical records, bills, and supporting documents.</p><p>• Prepare and submit detailed demand packages to insurance carriers.</p><p>• Conduct settlement negotiations to resolve cases effectively prior to litigation.</p><p>• Identify cases requiring escalation to litigation and oversee a seamless transition.</p><p>• Maintain consistent communication with clients and internal teams to ensure case updates.</p><p>• Collaborate with support staff to optimize case outcomes and efficiency.</p>
<p>A well-established company is seeking an experienced Legal Administrative Assistant to support its Legal Department, assisting with managing daily workflows, communications, document preparation, and department operations. This role works closely with legal professionals and cross-functional teams and requires strong organizational skills, professionalism, and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities</u></strong></p><ul><li>Review, organize, prioritize, and route incoming communications through department workflow systems and shared inboxes.</li><li>Assist with tracking legal matters, coordinating follow-up activities, and ensuring timely handling of requests.</li><li>Prepare, review, process, and electronically file routine legal documents, correspondence, and agreements for attorney review.</li><li>Coordinate calendars, meetings, travel arrangements, and other administrative activities for legal team members.</li><li>Manage daily administrative duties including scanning, filing, mailing, document organization, and records maintenance.</li><li>Maintain electronic filing systems, databases, and departmental records.</li><li>Assist with expense reporting, event coordination, office supply management, and other operational support tasks.</li><li>Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Robert Half is recruiting an Associate Attorney for the Sacramento office of its large statewide law firm client servicing mostly public entities, school districts, and higher education clientele. This Associate would work alongside a highly regarded labor & employment (L&E) partners to do investigations at private and public sector workplaces and university campuses (incl. some Title IX work). The Associate is responsible for doing on-site witness interviews and investigations and then analyzing and preparing comprehensive investigative reports of findings. As a core part of this practice, the Associate helps case manage, counsel, and defend against various L&E grievances in administrative hearings.</p><p><br></p><p>The qualifications include 1-7+ years of practice experience (preferably in L&E, education, or public law), active and in good standing with the State Bar of California, strong academic record, superior writing and analytical skills, excellent interpersonal skills, ambitious and eager to develop one’s own practice ad book of business, and keen ability to act as a neutral, and reliable about prioritizing and meeting competing deadlines.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a unique direct-hire, partnership-track opportunity to build an education law practice under the mentorship of partners with years of experience and top recognition as leading local government and public school lawyers The annual base salary guidance for this opportunity is $120,000 – 170,000+, DOE, plus monthly productivity bonuses and an annual discretionary bonus totaling $15,000 to $40,000/yr. Good benefits, including the firm’s profit-sharing contributions to the retirement plan, are part of the employment package. This is a very good firm at which to grow your career and practice! </p><p><br></p><p>For confidential consideration, please email resume to Jon Lucchese, Vice President for Permanent Placement Services Division, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!</p>
<p>Robert Half Legal is recruiting Litigation Associates for the Sacramento office (telecommute currently) of its large statewide law firm client. The ideal candidate will have 1-7++ years of practice in labor & employment law and/or commercial litigation.</p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications include excellent writing and oral advocacy skills, diverse discovery and law & motion experience, and optimally some trial work. This is definitely a partnership-track opportunity, so career-minded litigators are encouraged to apply!</p><p><br></p><p>The target salary is $135,000 - 200,000+/yr, DOE, plus bonuses ranging from $10,000 to $40,000+, 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. </p><p><br></p><p>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 Trust and Estate Attorney to join an established small law firm in California. This permanent role is suited for a legal specialist who brings strong experience in estate planning, trust and estate administration, and probate, along with a client-centered approach to service. The attorney in this position will manage matters with care and precision while helping clients navigate sensitive legal decisions efficiently and confidently. This opportunity offers meaningful responsibility, close collaboration with a dedicated team, and long-term growth potential for an exceptional candidate.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage trust, estate, and probate matters from initial evaluation through final resolution, ensuring each case moves forward effectively.<br>• Lead client consultations to identify objectives, explain legal options, address concerns, and develop practical strategies tailored to individual circumstances.<br>• Prepare and revise estate planning documents, legal correspondence, court filings, and petitions with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.<br>• Represent clients in court proceedings and other formal matters related to trusts, estates, and probate cases.<br>• Direct and support staff involved in complex legal work to maintain timely service, strong coordination, and quality deliverables.<br>• Review case status regularly, identify next steps, and implement efficient plans that support positive client outcomes.<br>• Contribute to special projects and firm initiatives as needed to support operational and client service goals.<br>• Monitor assigned files closely to keep deadlines, documentation, and case progress on track through completion.
We are looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our detail-oriented services team in Sacramento, California. This role supports a busy litigation practice and offers an excellent benefits package, including health coverage and a 401(K) profit-sharing plan. The position provides flexibility with a hybrid schedule following an initial in-office period.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and maintain attorney calendars, including tracking deadlines and coordinating schedules using a master calendar system.<br>• Open and close client matters while creating and maintaining comprehensive client profiles.<br>• Draft and format various legal documents, letters, and memoranda, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.<br>• Conduct e-filing of court documents, adhering to local, state, and federal court rules.<br>• Prepare and organize discovery materials, motions, deposition notices, subpoenas, and trial binders.<br>• Assist in the preparation of exhibits and trial or hearing documentation.<br>• Support attorneys in managing cases from inception through trial, providing administrative and litigation assistance.<br>• Generate expense reports and maintain accurate records for billing purposes.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Legal Assistant to join a growing law firm in Sacramento, California. This role requires someone who is detail-oriented and excels in managing legal documentation, court filings, and trial preparation. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Draft and format legal documents in compliance with court-specific rules and regulations.</p><p>• Submit both electronic and physical filings to courts in a timely and accurate manner.</p><p>• Maintain and update case and trial lists on a regular basis to ensure team alignment.</p><p>• Coordinate the preparation of trial materials, including binders, indices, and exhibits.</p><p>• Arrange client meetings and depositions, including booking conference rooms and setting up required technology.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with clients, vendors, and opposing counsel to facilitate case progress.</p><p>• Handle correspondence and ensure timely delivery of client documents.</p><p>• Process invoices and coordinate with the accounting department for timely payments.</p><p>• Perform administrative tasks such as copying, scanning, printing, and faxing documents.</p>
We are looking for a dedicated Associate Attorney specializing in medical malpractice to join our team in Sacramento, California. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to work both in-office and remotely while contributing to significant legal cases. The ideal candidate will excel in providing legal counsel, managing litigation, and collaborating effectively with senior attorneys.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide legal advice and guidance to clients, ensuring their rights and interests are protected.<br>• Conduct thorough legal research to support case strategy and decision-making.<br>• Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents with precision and clarity.<br>• Represent clients in court proceedings, advocating effectively on their behalf.<br>• Handle labor and employment law cases, including negotiating settlements and resolving disputes.<br>• Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex litigation matters to develop comprehensive legal strategies.<br>• Review medical records and other case-related documents to identify key information.<br>• Manage discovery processes, including depositions and evidence gathering.<br>• Maintain responsibility for multiple cases simultaneously, ensuring timely progress and resolution.<br>• Build strong relationships with clients through clear communication and attentive representation.
We are looking for an Employment Associate Attorney to join a collaborative legal team in Sacramento, California. This hybrid position is well suited for a lawyer who is confident handling employment disputes and enjoys working in a detail-oriented, office-based environment. The role offers the opportunity to support a range of litigation matters, including proceedings involving arbitration, mediation, and public sector employment issues.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Represent clients in employment-related disputes through all phases of litigation, from case assessment to resolution.<br>• Conduct and defend depositions, gather witness testimony, and develop factual records to support case strategy.<br>• Prepare motions, pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents with strong attention to detail and persuasive analysis.<br>• Manage matters involving arbitration and mediation, including case preparation, participation, and follow-up actions.<br>• Advise on employment law issues affecting public sector organizations and help address complex workplace disputes.<br>• Collaborate with attorneys and internal stakeholders in a hybrid work setting while maintaining an active presence in the office.<br>• Analyze legal risks, evaluate claims and defenses, and recommend practical litigation strategies aligned with client objectives.