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Paralegal

Emeryville, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Paralegal to join a litigation team in Emeryville, California. This position supports attorneys from initial case development through trial, with a strong focus on document review, deadline management, and coordination across courts and third parties. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong organizational ability, and experience handling complex matters in a fast-moving legal setting. Responsibilities: • Analyze and condense medical, billing, and other case-related records into clear summaries for attorney review. • Prepare, send, and monitor subpoenas for documents, witnesses, and court matters across various jurisdictions. • Work with courts, healthcare providers, expert witnesses, and external organizations to secure records and supporting materials. • Oversee litigation calendars and track filing dates, court deadlines, and follow-up tasks to keep matters progressing on schedule. • Assemble pleadings, discovery materials, exhibit sets, deposition summaries, and trial notebooks for active cases. • Support attorneys before depositions and hearings by organizing witness information, exhibits, and related case documents. • Submit legal filings to county and state courts, including electronic filing when required by the jurisdiction. • Maintain orderly electronic and paper case files so documents are accessible, complete, and up to date. • Assist with trial logistics by preparing exhibits, coordinating materials, and ensuring readiness for hearings and courtroom proceedings. • Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court staff, service providers, and other case contacts.
2026-09-10T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

San Francisco, CA
remote
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Real Estate Paralegal to join an established team in San Francisco, California. This role focuses on supporting commercial real estate transactions, including title and survey reviews, lease summaries, and closing coordination. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy working on complex projects, this position offers an excellent opportunity to grow your career. This role can be primarily REMOTE as long as the candidate resides in California, Colorado, and/or Texas. This firm also offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings plans. Responsibilities:• Conduct thorough reviews and analyses of title and survey documents to identify and address issues, negotiating revisions as needed.• Prepare and draft transaction-related documents, including leases, estoppels, SNDAs, and loan agreements.• Coordinate and manage closing activities, including collecting and delivering signatures, preparing closing instructions, and liaising with escrow and title companies.• Assist in the formation of entities, drafting operating agreements, and obtaining relevant certificates and good standing documentation.• Summarize and maintain timelines for critical events in purchase and sale agreements to ensure deadlines are met.• Handle due diligence reviews and manage post-closing activities, including the collection and distribution of transaction materials and preparation of closing binders.• Collaborate on finance-related tasks such as loan modifications, title work, and documentation for real estate financing.• Incorporate online tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy in workflow management.• Provide training and guidance to new staff and attorneys on processes and best practices.• Support administrative tasks, including updating case files, organizing documents, and managing mailings and scanning.
2026-09-10T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

San Rafael, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
62000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join a plaintiff-focused personal injury practice in San Rafael, California. This role supports attorneys across both pre-litigation and active litigation matters while helping clients navigate the legal process with care and professionalism. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement and the chance to contribute within a team-oriented environment that values accuracy, responsiveness, and strong case support. Responsibilities: • Oversee a portfolio of personal injury cases from initial intake through settlement or further litigation, keeping each matter organized and progressing on schedule. • Prepare a wide range of legal documents, including client correspondence, demand submissions, pleadings, discovery materials, subpoenas, and settlement-related paperwork. • Gather, organize, and analyze medical records, billing statements, and other supporting documentation needed to develop and evaluate claims. • Track filing dates, procedural deadlines, and key case events while assisting attorneys with court submissions, depositions, mediations, and trial readiness. • Serve as a consistent point of contact for clients, insurance representatives, healthcare providers, and opposing counsel to support timely communication and case updates. • Maintain complete and accurate case files in the firm’s management systems, ensuring records, calendars, and documentation remain current and reliable.
2026-08-25T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

San Jose, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are seeking a skilled Paralegal to join our team in our San Jose, California branch. The role involves working closely with attorneys in handling various aspects of litigation within the industry that requires a high level of attention to detail. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your skills in Civil Litigation, Motions, Briefs, and Trial Preparation. Responsibilities:• Assisting attorneys with the management and preparation of legal documents, including motions, complaints, and briefs.• Handling client and witness interviews for hearing, deposition, and trial.• Conducting thorough and accurate legal support work as permitted by the rules of the California State Bar.• Utilizing exceptional communication and analytical skills to resolve complex legal issues.• Working independently and collaboratively with the team to ensure legal tasks are completed efficiently.• Managing evidence in an organized manner to assist attorneys in the litigation process.• Utilizing creative thinking and problem-solving skills to tackle legal challenges.• Maintaining a high level of performance and delivering measurable results.
2026-09-01T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Oakland, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
35 - 42 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Paralegal to assist our client with an influx of CPRA requests. The client is in need of an experienced Public Records Act Specialist to support their team for next 3-6 months with potential for extension. This role offers fully-remote flexibility. This individual will step into an active public records compliance function and play a key role in managing California Public Records Act (CPRA) and Information Practices Act (IPA) requests involving research records, personnel matters, litigation-related materials, media inquiries, and other sensitive records. Responsibilities<ul><li> Manage California Public Records Act (CPRA) and Information Practices Act (IPA) requests from intake through response and closure.</li><li> Assess, organize, and track active public records requests while maintaining accurate documentation and reporting.</li><li> Identify and prioritize high-risk, time-sensitive, or complex requests.</li><li> Review records for responsiveness, confidentiality concerns, privilege issues, HIPAA considerations, and applicable statutory exemptions.</li><li> Perform document redactions and quality control review using eDiscovery and document review tools.</li><li> Draft and assist with required communications, including acknowledgment letters, response letters, and statutory deadline communications.</li><li> Collaborate with legal, compliance, records management, research, healthcare, and administrative stakeholders to collect responsive records.</li><li> Apply independent judgment when evaluating disclosure obligations and exemption applicability.</li><li> Support ongoing records management and compliance initiatives during maternity leave coverage.</li></ul>
2026-09-04T00:00:00Z

Paralegal

Oakland, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
35 - 42 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Paralegal to assist our client with an influx of CPRA requests. The client is in need of an experienced Public Records Act Specialist to support their team for next 3-6 months with potential for extension. This role offers fully-remote flexibility. This individual will step into an active public records compliance function and play a key role in managing California Public Records Act (CPRA) and Information Practices Act (IPA) requests involving research records, personnel matters, litigation-related materials, media inquiries, and other sensitive records. Responsibilities<ul><li> Manage California Public Records Act (CPRA) and Information Practices Act (IPA) requests from intake through response and closure.</li><li> Assess, organize, and track active public records requests while maintaining accurate documentation and reporting.</li><li> Identify and prioritize high-risk, time-sensitive, or complex requests.</li><li> Review records for responsiveness, confidentiality concerns, privilege issues, HIPAA considerations, and applicable statutory exemptions.</li><li> Perform document redactions and quality control review using eDiscovery and document review tools.</li><li> Draft and assist with required communications, including acknowledgment letters, response letters, and statutory deadline communications.</li><li> Apply independent judgment when evaluating disclosure obligations and exemption applicability.</li><li> Support ongoing records management and compliance initiatives during maternity leave coverage.</li></ul>
2026-09-04T00:00:00Z

Corporate Paralegal

San Jose, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
55 - 75 USD / Hourly
Growing transactional law firm has an immediate opening for a Corporate Paralegal! This Corporate Paralegal will support up to four transactional attorneys, specifically focused on EC/VC matters. As a Corporate Paralegal with this firm, you'll assist with all phases of deal execution. This position is remote, so candidates across every US time zone are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will have 7-10+ years of relevant experience; part-time (20-25 hours) is preferred but full-time candidates will be considered. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Deal execution on EC/VC financings and M&A: closing checklists, signature and DocuSign management, data room setup, diligence tracking, closing binders, post-closing follow-through, and cap-table support. Comfortable with the EC/VC document set — SAFEs, convertible notes, priced equity rounds, NVCA-style financing documents, equity incentive plans, option grants, and Section 83(b) filings.</li><li>Corporate and transactional support: entity formation and maintenance across multiple states, corporate housekeeping and minute books, board and manager consents, and good-standing and qualification filings.</li><li>Regulatory support: preparing and tracking state and federal regulatory filings, licenses, and permit renewals, monitoring compliance deadlines across practice areas, and managing correspondence with regulatory agencies.</li><li>Public sector matters: supporting government contracts and procurement work, including bid and proposal documentation, agency registrations and filings, and compliance with public-entity contracting and disclosure requirements.</li></ul>
2026-09-08T00:00:00Z

Corporate Paralegal

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
35 - 45 USD / Hourly
A San Francisco–based corporate legal department is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Corporate Paralegal to support in-house counsel with a wide range of corporate governance, compliance, and transactional matters. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, business-oriented legal environment and brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and a proactive mindset. The Corporate Paralegal will play a key role in supporting day-to-day legal operations and ensuring accurate documentation and compliance across the organization. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Support in-house counsel with corporate governance matters, including entity management and maintenance</li><li>Prepare, review, and organize corporate documents such as board consents, resolutions, and meeting minutes</li><li>Assist with entity formations, dissolutions, mergers, and other corporate transactions</li><li>Maintain corporate records, minute books, and cap tables</li><li>Manage contract lifecycle tasks, including tracking, organizing, and assisting with reviews of NDAs, MSAs, and other commercial agreements</li><li>Coordinate signatures and execution of legal documents</li><li>Assist with compliance filings and deadlines, including annual reports and regulatory requirements</li><li>Conduct basic legal research and support special projects as needed</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, HR, and business teams</li></ul>
2026-09-08T00:00:00Z

Corporate Paralegal

San Jose, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
115000 - 175000 USD / Yearly
Inhouse legal team is seeking a Corporate Paralegal/Senior Legal Assistant to join their team in San Jose, CA. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a company that is reshaping the future of energy. As a key member of the Legal Department, you will provide advanced administrative and legal support, ensuring the smooth operation of corporate governance and legal processes. This role offers excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k. Responsibilities:• Provide direct administrative and legal support to the Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary.• Manage legal invoices, set up purchase orders, and track expenses to maintain alignment with budgetary goals.• Prepare and distribute Board of Directors meeting materials, draft agendas and consents, and oversee compliance with governance requirements.• Maintain corporate records, assist with entity formation, and handle annual filings to support subsidiary governance.• Organize, draft, review, and archive contracts, agreements, and other critical legal documents.• Coordinate document execution processes, including electronic signatures and contract lifecycle management systems.• Update and maintain legal knowledge databases and systems to ensure accessibility and accuracy.• Conduct research on legal matters and create summaries or reports to support decision-making.• Facilitate onboarding and training for new Legal team members to ensure seamless integration.• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to address legal inquiries and improve department processes.
2026-09-10T00:00:00Z

Corporate Paralegal

Fremont, CA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
50 - 60 USD / Hourly
Tech company in the Silicon Valley is seeking a detail-oriented Paralegal to support our legal team with contract management, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance matters. The ideal candidate is organized, discreet, and comfortable managing a high volume of documents while working closely with attorneys and cross-functional business teams. This is an on-site position requiring in office work in Fremont, CA. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Draft, review, and redline non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), and standard commercial contracts using approved templates and playbooks, escalating non-standard terms to supervising counsel.</li><li>Help establish and implement a contract management system, including defining intake processes, templates, and workflows to standardize how contracts are handled across the organization.</li><li>Manage the full contract lifecycle: intake, tracking, execution, and storage, including maintaining the contract management system and ensuring records are accurate and up to date.</li><li>Track key contract dates and obligations (renewals, expirations, termination windows) and provide timely reminders to relevant stakeholders.</li><li>Assist with corporate governance work, including preparing board and committee meeting materials, drafting resolutions and minutes, and maintaining minute books and corporate records.</li><li>Support entity management, such as maintaining good standing across jurisdictions, coordinating annual filings, and preparing formation and dissolution documents.</li><li>Support regulatory compliance efforts, including maintaining compliance records and policies, assisting with regulatory filings, and helping monitor adherence to applicable laws and regulations.</li><li>Conduct basic legal research and prepare summaries to support attorneys on corporate and compliance matters.</li><li>Coordinate signature collection and execution using e-signature platforms.</li><li>Respond to internal requests from business teams regarding contract status and standard terms.</li><li>Support due diligence efforts for corporate transactions by organizing and reviewing documents.</li><li>Coordinate with outside IP counsel on intellectual property matters as needed, including tracking key deadlines and maintaining internal IP records</li></ul>
2026-08-26T00:00:00Z

Family Law Paralegal

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
30 - 40 USD / Hourly
A well-established San Francisco–based law firm is seeking a Family Law Paralegal to support its active family law practice. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity for a paralegal with experience assisting attorneys on family law matters in a fast-paced, client-focused environment. The role offers substantive responsibility, direct attorney support, and the potential for long-term placement. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Support attorneys with family law matters including dissolution, custody, support, and related proceedings</li><li>Draft pleadings, declarations, discovery responses, and settlement documents</li><li>Prepare and organize financial disclosures and supporting documentation</li><li>Manage case files, calendars, and court deadlines</li><li>Coordinate service of process, filings, and court appearances</li><li>Communicate with clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel</li></ul>
2026-09-08T00:00:00Z

Corporate Paralegal - Real Estate

Menlo Park, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Corporate Paralegal with real estate experience to support complex financing and transactional matters in San Francisco, California. This role will focus on preparing and reviewing legal documentation, coordinating closing activities, and organizing due diligence materials across multiple deals. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, exceptional follow-through, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment. Responsibilities:• Prepare financing and supporting legal documents for commercial real estate matters, including materials related to transfers, assumptions, lien releases, approvals, and closing deliverables.• Examine transaction records for accuracy and completeness, such as deeds, lease memoranda, easements, notes, security instruments, assignments, intercreditor arrangements, and related certificates.• Organize closings from start to finish by assembling signature packages, maintaining data rooms, tracking executed paperwork, and compiling final closing sets.• Draft closing instructions and assist with loan closings involving real property and other pledged collateral.• Review settlement statements and help facilitate the filing, recording, and post-closing distribution of required documents.• Analyze title commitments, surveys, easements, restrictive covenants, endorsements, and title policies, and prepare summaries identifying key issues and required follow-up.• Request, collect, and evaluate diligence items, including organizational records, registration materials, and other entity-related documentation.• Maintain transaction calendars and critical date trackers to ensure timely completion of milestones, deliverables, and filing requirements.• Prepare and review corporate governance and entity documents, including formation papers, partnership or operating agreements, bylaws, resolutions, stock-related records, and dissolution materials.• Provide quality control across active matters and offer coverage support for the broader legal team when priorities shift or additional assistance is needed.
2026-09-01T00:00:00Z

Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Oakland, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 103000 USD / Yearly
Litigation SecretaryA midsize East Bay law firm is seeking a full-time Litigation Secretary to support its litigation practice. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced with calendaring and case coordination. Familiarity with PowerPoint, Excel, WordPerfect, Adobe, Microsoft Office, Abacus, and MerusCase is a plus. The ability to multitask, work well under pressure, and communicate effectively is essential.This firm offers excellent benefits, and compensation is commensurate with experience. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage calendaring and scheduling for client appointments, depositions, court appearances, court reporters, and mediations</li><li>Assist with trial preparation</li><li>Prepare exhibit binders and indexes</li><li>E-file documents in state and federal courts</li><li>Draft court documents, pleadings, notices of deposition, and complaints</li><li>Communicate with outside vendors</li><li>Subpoena records and complete/send related forms to vendors</li><li>Process billing</li><li>Support preparation of TOAs and TOCs</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Typing speed of 60+ WPM</li><li>Prior litigation support experience preferred</li><li>Strong organizational and multitasking skills</li><li>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment</li></ul>
2026-09-10T00:00:00Z

Contract Specialist

Newark, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
60 - 67 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Contract Specialist to support contract administration activities for a healthcare-focused organization in Newark, California. This Long-term Contract position will oversee the full contract lifecycle, from intake and drafting support through approvals, execution, tracking, and renewal coordination. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to work across departments while maintaining compliance with internal standards and applicable regulations. Responsibilities: • Respond to contract-related questions promptly and guide internal stakeholders through established contracting procedures. • Review incoming requests for new agreements and contract changes, then coordinate the required internal approvals before processing. • Prepare draft agreements using authorized templates and incorporate business terms in collaboration with department leaders and staff. • Partner with legal and internal decision-makers to route contracts for review, address requested revisions, and confirm documents are ready for signature. • Manage the signature process from distribution through final execution and maintain complete electronic records for each agreement. • Monitor a high volume of active contracts, track key dates, and notify stakeholders in advance of upcoming renewals, expirations, or termination decisions. • Maintain organized contract documentation within electronic logs, filing tools, and the central contract management database to support accuracy and accessibility. • Produce and analyze contract activity reports in Microsoft Excel to help teams monitor status, obligations, and timelines. • Identify opportunities to improve contracting workflows and help implement more efficient administrative processes as needed.
2026-09-10T00:00:00Z

Commercial Litigation Attorney

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
175000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half Legal is recruiting a Commercial Litigator for a full-service business law firm in downtown San Francisco (hybrid/remote flex – SF Bay Area residents only). Our client has been recognized by legal publications as a leading boutique firm in Northern Calfornia. The litigation team manages commercial disputes, breach of contract actions, intellectual property infringement cases, and employment litigation for enterprises of all sizes -- from small businesses, tech startups, to established companies in various industries. This is a partnership-track opportunity for an attorney who enjoys courtroom advocacy and meaningful relationships with clients at a firm that values work-life balance and community service through local and national bar associations. Qualifications:<ul><li>3-10+ years of complex litigation experience at private law firm practice;</li><li>Commercial, L&E, and IP litigation practice are preferred; </li><li>California bar licensure and good academic record; and</li><li>Entrepreneurial, business-minded, and enjoys professional networking.</li></ul> The firm is offering a base salary range of $180,000 – 250,000/year, depending on practice experience, plus annual bonus, and good employment benefits package (notably firm covers 100% of the employee’s premium for Medical / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance, 12 firm holidays annually, 3 weeks PTO, and other nice perks described below). We highly recommend this firm and we know you will enjoy interviewing (and working) with the senior partners, who value transparency, respect, and open feedback. These are good people! For confidential consideration, please email your resume to Jon Lucchese, Vice President – Permanent Placement Services Practice, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!
2026-09-10T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to support a growing litigation practice in San Francisco, California. This position will provide day-to-day administrative and document support to three law clerks and associates, with the potential to assist additional legal staff as needs evolve. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. Responsibilities: • Prepare, proofread, and format litigation documents, correspondence, discovery materials, and other legal paperwork before filing or distribution. • Draft routine legal documents such as pleadings, memoranda, notices, subpoenas, and court-related forms using firm-approved software and templates. • Submit filings in state and federal courts, including electronic filings, while ensuring compliance with applicable procedural requirements. • Manage attorney calendars by tracking hearings, meetings, deadlines, and follow-up items to help the legal team stay ahead of key case obligations. • Coordinate court date reservations and communicate with court personnel as needed to secure hearing availability and confirm scheduling details. • Organize and maintain case records in document management systems, including saving, scanning, and indexing incoming legal and case-related materials. • Support litigation logistics by assembling binders for depositions, trials, and hearings, and by arranging meeting spaces and visitor notifications when required. • Review vendor billing information and prepare related payment or submission documentation in accordance with attorney direction and internal procedures. • Provide backup administrative assistance to other team members and take on additional support tasks based on attorney and case needs.
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-09-10T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Redwood City, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a highly organized Legal Secretary to support attorneys with litigation, intellectual property, and administrative matters in Redwood City, California. This position plays a key role in keeping case activity, filings, scheduling, and client communications running smoothly while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced legal environment. Responsibilities: • Submit court filings electronically in state, federal, and appellate venues while ensuring documents meet procedural requirements. • Maintain calendars for hearings, filing dates, trademark matters, and other critical case milestones to help attorneys stay ahead of deadlines. • Prepare engagement documents, client correspondence, and other legal support materials with a high level of accuracy and care. • Arrange logistics for depositions, trials, meetings, travel, and related events, including preparation of agendas and supporting documents. • Handle attorney admissions, memberships, continuing education records, and required registrations in an organized manner. • File and track materials with relevant agencies and courts, and keep both physical and digital case records current and accessible. • Support billing and financial administration by processing expenses, assisting with invoices, and helping reconcile related records. • Conduct basic legal or business research, summarize findings, and assist with reports, outreach, and other administrative projects as needed. • Open new matters, assist with conflict review processes, and provide backup coverage for other legal support team members when required.
2026-09-01T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Emeryville, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Legal Secretary to join our team in Emeryville, California. In this role, you will support our legal professionals in managing litigation cases, ensuring smooth coordination of administrative and legal processes. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in litigation and e-filing, along with a proactive approach to organizational and communication tasks. This firm also offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings plans. Responsibilities:• Prepare and format legal documents and pleadings for submission in state and federal courts through e-filing systems.• Maintain and monitor case calendars, ensuring all deadlines and court appearances are accurately tracked.• Organize and manage both physical and electronic case files, including discovery materials and correspondence.• Draft, proofread, and finalize legal correspondence, including letters and memoranda.• Coordinate with attorneys, clients, and court staff to update case statuses and ensure procedural compliance.• Assist in trial preparation by compiling exhibits, creating witness lists, and assembling trial binders.• Schedule and organize meetings, depositions, and conference calls, as well as arrange travel plans when necessary.• Respond promptly to attorney and client inquiries, proactively managing workflows to meet critical deadlines.
2026-09-01T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

Oakland, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to support a busy transactional legal practice in Oakland, California. This is a long-term contract position focused on managing large volumes of legal documentation, coordinating administrative activities, and ensuring documents are accurately prepared for real estate and commercial matters. The role will work closely with attorneys on closing materials, contract-related files, scheduling needs, and document organization in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare, revise, and format high-volume legal and transactional documents for matters involving real estate, lease agreements, construction contracts, and related business transactions.</li><li>Manage closing documentation by organizing materials for printing, signature routing, scanning, and final file completion with a high degree of accuracy.</li><li>Review attorney-prepared documents to improve formatting, consistency, and presentation before distribution or filing.</li><li>Maintain electronic and physical records by saving, organizing, and retrieving documents within iManage and related filing systems.</li><li>Coordinate calendars, meetings, and scheduling requests for attorneys using Outlook while helping keep time-sensitive matters on track.</li><li>Assemble supporting materials for transaction-related binders or deal documents by identifying and compiling the most relevant information from larger files. </li><li>Assist with conflict checks and other administrative support tasks as needed to facilitate efficient matter intake and workflow.</li><li>Partner with attorneys and internal support resources to handle complex document production and ensure deadlines are met in a high-volume practice.</li></ul>
2026-08-25T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-09-04T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to support a busy litigation practice. This role is ideal for a highly organized individual who can manage attorney support tasks, court-related filings, and document preparation in a fast-paced law firm environment. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys and clients while contributing to the smooth handling of active legal matters. Responsibilities: • Support litigation attorneys with day-to-day administrative and case-related tasks, ensuring matters move forward efficiently. • Prepare, revise, and proofread legal correspondence, memoranda, pleadings, and other case documents with a high level of accuracy. • Manage court submissions, including electronic filings, while following applicable filing procedures and deadlines. • Organize meetings, depositions, and client communications by coordinating schedules, materials, and logistics. • Maintain attorney calendars and track important dates, deadlines, and court appearances. • Partner with internal teams to assist with the intake and closing of legal matters, including records and conflict-related coordination. • Enter, review, and update attorney time records as needed to support accurate billing and reporting. • Provide additional administrative assistance as business needs require within the litigation team.
2026-09-08T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
95000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
A prestigious AmLaw firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Legal Secretary to join its Downtown Los Angeles office. This is an excellent opportunity for a polished legal professional looking to join a sophisticated, high-end firm with an exceptional benefits package and a 37.5-hour workweek. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of litigation legal secretary experience and strong knowledge of both California state and federal court procedures. Experience supporting labor & employment litigators is highly preferred.Responsibilities<ul><li>Support attorneys handling sophisticated labor & employment litigation matters</li><li>Prepare, revise, format and proofread legal documents and correspondence</li><li>Handle state and federal court filings, including e-filing</li><li>Maintain attorney calendars, deadlines and court dates</li><li>Assist with discovery, pleadings, motions and trial preparation</li><li>Coordinate meetings, depositions and other case-related activities</li><li>Manage documents and maintain organized electronic case files</li><li>Provide high-level administrative support in a fast-paced professional environment</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>5+ years of litigation legal secretary experience</li><li>Strong knowledge of California state and federal court rules and procedures</li><li>Labor & employment litigation experience strongly preferred</li><li>Excellent document formatting, proofreading and organizational skills</li><li>Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines</li><li>Professional communication skills and ability to work with attorneys at all levels</li></ul>Why Consider This Opportunity?<ul><li>Prestigious AmLaw firm</li><li>37.5-hour workweek</li><li>Sophisticated labor & employment litigation practice</li><li>High-end, professional working environment</li><li>Excellent long-term career opportunity</li><li>Medical, dental and vision insurance</li><li>401(k)</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package</li></ul>Workplace: Onsite – Downtown Los AngelesQualified candidates interested in learning more are encouraged to apply confidentially, Quidana.Dove<at>RobertHalf.<com>
2026-09-04T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary to support a busy litigation practice in San Francisco, California. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a demanding legal setting, brings strong commercial litigation knowledge, and can manage priorities with confidence and precision. The successful candidate will play a key role in keeping matters organized, filings on track, and attorneys well supported in a sophisticated, partner-driven environment. Responsibilities: • Prepare, format, and revise litigation materials such as pleadings, motions, discovery documents, correspondence, and other court-related submissions. • Handle electronic filing for matters in state and federal courts, including trial and appellate filings, while ensuring compliance with applicable rules and deadlines. • Maintain organized electronic matter files and manage document workflows within the firm's records and document management systems. • Coordinate new matter intake and support ongoing file administration to ensure records remain accurate, accessible, and up to date. • Assist with attorney time entry, billing support, travel arrangements, and expense processing as part of daily practice operations. • Manage calendars and track important litigation deadlines, court dates, and related scheduling needs for assigned attorneys. • Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, court personnel, and internal staff to support efficient handling of active matters. • Provide dependable administrative and litigation support in a high-volume practice, taking initiative and maintaining ownership of assigned work.
2026-09-10T00:00:00Z

Legal Secretary

San Francisco, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Legal Secretary to support litigation matters in Redwood City, California. This role focuses on preparing court-ready documents, coordinating filings, and maintaining organized case materials while working closely with attorneys, paralegals, and litigation support colleagues. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of filing procedures, excellent document formatting skills, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment. Responsibilities:• Draft, revise, proofread, and finalize litigation documents such as motions, briefs, and related court submissions before filing.• Produce accurate tables of contents and tables of authorities, and apply advanced formatting tools to ensure consistency across legal documents.• Prepare final filing sets in PDF format, including bookmarking, pagination, and layout adjustments that meet court submission requirements.• Partner with paralegals and legal team members to assemble exhibits, appendices, and supporting records for filings and case materials.• Monitor applicable court rules, filing procedures, and judge-specific requirements to help maintain compliance across matters.• Keep case information records current by updating deadlines, court details, captions, and service lists with accuracy.• Manage the storage and organization of draft and final documents within litigation document management systems while preserving accessibility and security.• Support shared litigation workflows by responding to team assignments, assisting with filing requests, and helping coordinate coverage for urgent or after-hours submissions.• Follow established litigation support procedures and practice guidelines to promote consistency, quality, and compliance in daily work.
2026-09-10T00:00:00Z