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Are you a detail-oriented and driven paralegal looking to contribute to meaningful cases in a supportive environment? A plaintiff-oriented law firm based in Emeryville, CA, is seeking a dedicated Paralegal to join their team. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and thrive in a collaborative, close-knit community, this could be the opportunity for you!

Our client is a highly respected firm known for its collaborative culture and open-door environment that fosters mentorship, professional growth, and a genuine sense of teamwork. With a drive to deliver exceptional results, the team is passionate about making a tangible difference in their clients' lives.

Your Role:

As a Plaintiff Paralegal, you will play a key role in supporting the firm's attorneys and managing casework efficiently to ensure success. You will handle a variety of tasks, including:

Preparing, organizing, and responding to discovery requests.
Drafting pleadings, legal correspondence, and case summaries as needed.
Conducting legal research to support case development and strategy.
Managing case files, calendars, and deadlines with acute attention to detail.
Assisting attorneys in preparing for depositions, mediations, and trials.
Communicating with clients, opposing counsel, and court staff to ensure smooth case progression.

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and qualifications:

2+ years of experience as a paralegal, ideally in a plaintiff-oriented practice.
Strong grasp of legal procedures, court systems, and litigation processes, particularly in discovery and trial preparation.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient in legal software, document management, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple deadlines effectively.
Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys and team members under minimal supervision.

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43 results for Legal Assistant in Emeryville, CA

Paralegal Are you a detail-oriented and driven paralegal looking to contribute to meaningful cases in a supportive environment? A plaintiff-oriented law firm based in Emeryville, CA, is seeking a dedicated Paralegal to join their team. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and thrive in a collaborative, close-knit community, this could be the opportunity for you! Our client is a highly respected firm known for its collaborative culture and open-door environment that fosters mentorship, professional growth, and a genuine sense of teamwork. With a drive to deliver exceptional results, the team is passionate about making a tangible difference in their clients' lives. Your Role:As a Plaintiff Paralegal, you will play a key role in supporting the firm's attorneys and managing casework efficiently to ensure success. You will handle a variety of tasks, including:<ul><li>Preparing, organizing, and responding to discovery requests.</li><li>Drafting pleadings, legal correspondence, and case summaries as needed.</li><li>Conducting legal research to support case development and strategy.</li><li>Managing case files, calendars, and deadlines with acute attention to detail.</li><li>Assisting attorneys in preparing for depositions, mediations, and trials.</li><li>Communicating with clients, opposing counsel, and court staff to ensure smooth case progression.</li></ul>

Paralegal We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Paralegal in San Francisco, California. This role is within the legal industry and will involve a wide range of duties including conducting legal research, maintaining internal databases, and assisting attorneys with discovery requests. This job is based in a detail-oriented office environment. Responsibilities: • Conduct thorough legal research and gather information from various sources to aid in case preparation. • Assist attorneys in handling interrogatories and other discovery requests, ensuring all information is accurate and comprehensive. • Liaise effectively between the trial team and both internal and external third parties, ensuring clear and timely communication. • Prepare comprehensive medical chronologies and Howell analysis, summarizing written discovery and document productions. • Handle the subpoena of medical records, employment records, and other relevant documents, ensuring all information is accurate and relevant. • Aid in voir dire, jury selection, and witness preparation, providing valuable assistance during trial processes. • Maintain and update internal databases regularly, ensuring all data is accurate and up-to-date. • Organize exhibits, documents, evidence, briefs, and appendices, ensuring they are easily accessible and well-organized. • Communicate effectively with retained experts and prepare relevant materials for expert review. • Conduct background checks and social media investigations as necessary, providing valuable information for case preparation.

Litigation Paralegal Are you ready to join a team where collaboration, mentorship, and work-life balance are more than just buzzwords? Our client is a well-established, highly regarded law firm with over 50 years of excellence in Silicon Valley. Renowned for their integrity and tenacious advocacy, the firm seeks a skilled professional ready to elevate their career while contributing to meaningful legal work. At this firm, you'll find a tightly knit and collegial team made up of diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives. The culture emphasizes an open-door policy, where younger professionals are mentored and coached by senior staff eager to share their knowledge and expertise. This supportive environment fosters both personal and professional growth, allowing skilled individuals to thrive, achieve, and maintain harmony between their careers and personal lives. Many of their team members have chosen to stay and build long-lasting careers here. Could you be the next? Why This Opportunity Stands Out: This opening arises due to a dynamic influx of new cases and an exciting increase in trial activity. The firm is looking for someone who can make an immediate impact and hit the ground running. Why You’ll Love Working Here:<ul><li>Competitive Compensation: Starting at $90,000–$110,000 annually, with potential to earn up to $120,000 based on exceptional experience and tenure.</li><li>Healthcare Covered at 100%: Choose from multiple medical plans fully paid for by the firm, offering peace of mind for you and your family.</li><li>No Billable Hour Requirements: Enjoy a focus on quality work over quotas.</li><li>Work-Life Balance at Its Best: Start with 19 paid holidays and 23 PTO/sick days annually, ensuring the flexibility you need to recharge.</li><li>Convenient and Comfortable: Work from a prime downtown location near the Fairmont, with free parking provided.</li></ul>What You’ll Be Doing: This role requires a proactive professional with strong litigation support skills. Your key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Mastering litigation procedures and calendaring—detail is everything in this role.</li><li>Leveraging your document management and e-discovery skills.</li><li>Formatting legal documents, while ensuring impeccable grammar, punctuation, and proofreading.</li><li>Collaborating with your team in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul>

Corporate Paralegal Are you a detail-oriented and client-focused paralegal looking to advance your career in a dynamic and collaborative environment? We are seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join our client's Oakland office (2–3 days in-office per week) and assist a team of transactional lawyers representing well-regarded enterprise clients in industries such as healthcare, public utilities, and education. This role offers a unique chance to work on meaningful corporate, transactional, and deal-related matters while building lasting connections with talented professionals in the legal field. From managing corporate governance and M& A due diligence to contributing to public finance deals and contracts administration, you’ll play a central role in ensuring top-quality service for our distinguished client base. What You'll Do:<ul><li>Corporate Governance: Facilitate entity formation and maintenance, Secretary of State filings, corporate recordkeeping, and preparation of key documents such as minutes and articles of incorporation.</li><li>Transaction Support: Oversee deal checklists, organize due diligence materials, manage virtual data rooms, and assist in drafting and assembling closing binders for M& A and public finance transactions.</li><li>Contracts Administration: Review contracts, track redlines, proofread final agreements, and handle signature page execution.</li><li>Collaboration: Work closely with attorneys and clients, ensuring seamless communication and exceptional service delivery.</li></ul>

Senior Paralegal Boutique law firm is looking for an experienced Senior Paralegal to join our team based in San Francisco, California. This is a hybrid role requiring 2-3 days onsite. Responsibilities:• Manage personal injury litigation cases and processes• Navigate the court systems efficiently, ensuring all case files are handled correctly• Utilize asbestos litigation knowledge to support relevant cases• Act as a leader within the team, guiding and mentoring others when necessary• Ensure all legal documents and procedures are completed accurately and promptly• Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality at all times• Coordinate with other team members to ensure smooth case progression

Litigation Secretary We are on the lookout for a diligent and high energy Litigation Secretary to join a growing law firm in San Francisco, California. As a Legal Secretary, your role will involve providing comprehensive administrative and clerical support to litigation attorneys, facilitating meetings, managing attorneys' calendars and handling court filings. This role operates within the legal industry and offers an exciting opportunity to engage with various aspects of the legal process. Responsibilities include: • Traveling to and attending trials with the Partner.• Providing administrative and clerical support to Litigation Attorneys in relation to their cases and clients• Drafting and editing correspondence, memos, and other legal documents• Handling court filings and e-filings• Facilitating meetings, depositions, and client calls• Maintaining attorneys' calendars and coordinating with the records and conflicts departments in the opening and closing of matters• Entering and editing attorney time as necessary• Utilizing strong organizational skills to manage various tasks and deadlines• Demonstrating excellent verbal and written skills in communication with clients, attorneys, and courts• Displaying strong word processing and formatting skills, including experience generating tables of contents and tables of authorities• Independently e-filing in accordance with court rules• Leveraging civil litigation experience and knowledge of state and federal court rules, procedures, and calendaring requirements. Skills required for this role include Civil Litigation, Civil Litigation Experience, e-Filing, Court Filing, Courts - Federal, Courts - State, and Managing Calendar.

Legal Secretary Robert Half is seeking a Legal Secretary for its large law firm client with an office in the East Bay (near BART / hybrid telecommute 3 days/week). The qualifications for the position are the following: 3+ years of experience as a litigation legal secretary; preparation of various pleadings including discovery, law and motion matters, writs, appellate pleadings and briefs; knowledge of e-filing in state and federal court; and adept at providing general administrative support. This is an established law firm with long-term, happy staff (low turnover) and friendly, flexible management. The annual base salary range is $85,000 – 105,000+/yr, DOE, and the employment benefits offered are very generous. 37.5 hour work week. 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!

legal secretary We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Legal Secretary to work with a firm that represents worker and labor unions located in Oakland, California. In this role, you will be tasked with managing legal documentation, collaborating with legal teams, and leveraging your litigation experience to support the firm's operations. Responsibilities: • Manage and organize legal documentation to ensure accuracy and accessibility in the system • Collaborate efficiently with legal teams to facilitate smooth operation • Utilize your litigation experience to assist in case preparation and management • Respond to inquiries related to legal proceedings and documentation • Monitor client accounts and legal proceedings, taking action where necessary • Ensure the accurate and efficient processing of legal documentation • Maintain the integrity and confidentiality of all legal data and information

Law Office Administrator Growing law firm is seeking a Law Office Administrator in Oakland, California. The successful candidate will be joining a close-knit team in a key role that involves handling critical tasks for this firm. Responsibilities include: • Efficient and accurate processing of legal documents• Overseeing the smooth running of office operations• Ensuring effective communication within the office and with clients• Managing the organization and maintenance of legal files• Handling client inquiries and resolving issues promptly• Monitoring and updating client records to ensure accuracy• Assisting in the preparation of legal meetings and court sessions• Collaborating with the team to achieve office goals and objectives• Utilizing law office-specific software for administrative tasks• Ensuring office complies with law office regulations and standards.

Paralegal Established California firm is seeking a detail-oriented Paralegal to join our team in Oakland, California. In this role, you will be primarily supporting with labor and employment matters. Responsibilities:• Oversee case management from inception through and post-trial or settlement• Draft, review, and revise legal documents as necessary• Maintain and update case files, charts, and indices• Manage and support witness summaries and document productions• Assist with deposition and hearing preparation, including identifying and gathering exhibit documents and creating witness outlines• Cite-check briefs, ensuring both legal and factual citations are accurate• Assist with document review and coordinate with the Litigation Support Group for back-end database management• Utilize case management software to maintain accurate customer credit records• Utilize legal research skills to support the Labor and Employment Group • Utilize Adobe Acrobat for document management and eDiscovery tools for electronic data management• Be responsible for maintaining a reliable and punctual schedule.

T&E Paralegal We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Trust and Estate Paralegal based in Oakland, California, United States. The primary function of this role is to provide legal services in the field of estate planning and trust administration. Responsibilities • Facilitate client communication and ensure their inquiries are resolved effectively.• Draft, review, and assist in the preparation of legal documents related to estate planning and trust administration.• Analyze financial records, discern trust and non-trust assets, and determine the title and character of assets.• Handle probate court petitions and proceedings, such as Heggstad petitions.• Assist with the process of trust funding and the preparation of documents to facilitate the same.• Manage the recordation of deeds along with the transfer documents.• Oversee the maintenance of client files and ensure materials are ready for client meetings.• Take responsibility for the preparation and assembly of federal estate tax returns.• Ensure critical deadlines and meetings are calendared effectively.• Perform additional job duties as assigned, adhering to the rules and regulations of the corporate trust and estate law.

Legal Secretary Robert Half is recruiting a Litigation Secretary for our international law firm client in downtown San Francisco (hybrid telecommute remotely 2 days/wk) with a leading commercial litigation practice. To qualify, candidates should have at least 5 years of experience formatting and finalizing pleadings for e-filing (or manual) in Federal & state courts, tables of contents (TOC's) and tables of authorities (TOA's), case management, trial preparation and procedure, discovery and large document productions, and calendaring. Technically, candidates should ideally be proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Outlook, and Excel), PC Docs, and PDF/Adobe. Soft skills required include detail-oriented, very organized, excellent verbal/written communication, dependable, timely, efficient, and team player. This is a direct-hire opportunity and hours are 37.5 per week (sometimes overtime). Our prestigious client is offering a base salary of $90,000 - 120,000/yr, DOE, employment benefits (including 401k Plan with Firm contributions), and 20 days PTO and 10 firm holidays. For confidential consideration, please email resume to Jon Lucchese, VP - Permanent Placement Services Practice, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!

Legal Secretary We are offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated and skilled Legal Secretary to join a congenial inhouse legal team. This role primarily focuses on supporting our legal department in various functions. The successful candidate will be integral to our team, assisting with civil litigation cases, and ensuring the smooth running of our daily operations. Responsibilities:• Provide comprehensive secretarial support to our legal team.• Draft, revise, and finalize legal documents and correspondence.• Maintain an organized and accessible filing system for legal documents.• Schedule meetings, court dates, and deadlines, ensuring all parties are informed and available.• Liaise with clients and other legal professionals to coordinate information exchange and meeting scheduling.• Utilize legal knowledge and experience to assist in the preparation of case materials.• Conduct legal research as directed by the legal team.• Uphold strict confidentiality for all sensitive information.• Manage incoming and outgoing communication related to legal activities. • Assist with other administrative tasks as needed.

Assistant Controller Colleen McAuliffe at Robert Half, 408.906.0669, is searching for an Assistant Controller to be a key player in our client's team based in SAN JOSE, California. The role focuses on providing stellar accounting services and maintaining financial standards in line with the industry's best practices. This role offers an exciting opportunity for those keen on shaping their careers in the Affordable Housing industry. Responsibilities:• Utilize Accounting Theory knowledge to maintain and develop accounting principles, practices, and procedures.• Oversee the preparation of financial reports, summaries, and forecasts for business needs.• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal budgetary reporting requirements.• As a member of the executive management team, assist with the implementation of financial strategies and participate in key financial decisions.• Maintain a document system for financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accepted accounting procedures.• Monitor financial details to ensure legal compliance, promptly addressing and correcting discrepancies.• Collaborate with auditing services to ensure proper compliance with all regulations.• Track the company's financial status and performance to identify areas for potential improvement.• Provide insightful information and expectations to the company's leadership to aid in long-term and short-term decision-making.

Litigation Paralegal Are you an experienced Litigation Paralegal looking for your next challenge? A reputable and growing law firm in Fremont, CA, is seeking a skilled and highly detail-oriented professional to join their dynamic legal team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a minimum of three years of law firm litigation experience, this might be the perfect role for you. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Document Drafting: Prepare, edit, and proofread legal documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, correspondence, and settlement agreements with a high degree of accuracy.</li><li>Discovery & Document Review: Assist with all phases of discovery, including gathering, organizing, reviewing, and producing documents. Manage discovery requests and responses, including interrogatories, requests for production of documents, and requests for admissions.</li><li>E-filing Expertise: Handle state and federal court e-filing requirements proficiently, ensuring timely and error-free submissions.</li><li>Case Management: Maintain case files and calendars, monitor deadlines, and support attorneys in meeting key case milestones.</li><li>Collaboration: Work closely with attorneys, clients, and other team members to coordinate and execute litigation strategies.</li></ul> Why Join Us?<ul><li>Competitive salary commensurate with experience.</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.</li><li>Supportive and collaborative work environment that values professional growth.</li><li>Opportunity to work on complex and high-profile litigation cases.</li></ul>

Contracts Specialist Established tech company in the Silicon Valley has an immediate opening for a Contract Specialist! This Contract Specialist will join the legal team and report to an attorney. As a Contract Specialist, you will be primarily focused on handling NDAs, SOWs, and purchase orders, while also managing a range of tasks related to contract management. This position is remote but you must be able to work Pacific Time Zone hours. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience administrating contracts, prior contract negotiation experience via a playbook is highly preferred. Responsibilities:• Efficiently process NDAs, utilizing an established playbook process for information gathering and client communication.• Handle SOWs and purchase orders, working closely with attorneys when necessary.• Negotiate contract terms based on the playbook guidelines.• Organize contracts folders and manage tracking of contracts.• Summarize contracts as needed for easy reference and understanding.• Ensure the accuracy and efficiency in the contract administration process.• Draft and manage amendments to contracts as required.• Handle redlining of contracts and manage contract negotiations.• Maintain accurate records of customer credit applications and accounts.

Real Estate Paralegal Real Estate Paralegal A mid-sized and well-respected leader in real estate law is seeking a proficient Real Estate Paralegal to join their dynamic team. About the Role:The successful candidate will play an instrumental role in this legal team, supporting attorneys in a variety of real estate legal matters, with a focus on title and survey matters. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare and revise real estate documents, with a focus on title and survey reviews. </li><li>Conduct legal research and perform administrative duties. </li><li>Liaise with clients, attorneys, and other professionals to gather and organize information relevant to transactions. </li><li>Coordinate closings and ensure all documents are appropriately prepared. </li><li>Contribute to the overall success of the firm by maintaining the highest standards of customer service and professional ethics.</li></ul>This Firm Offers:<ul><li>A collaborative and professional work environment. </li><li>Competitive compensation package. </li><li>A comprehensive benefit package. </li><li>Opportunity to work with highly experienced attorneys and a congenial team. </li></ul>

Litigation Secretary Our client, a reputable law firm in San Francisco, is seeking a skilled Litigation Secretary or Paralegal with experience in commercial, business, or intellectual property (IP) litigation. This hybrid role requires at least 3 years of litigation experience and the ability to work onsite three days per week. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Assist attorneys in all aspects of litigation, including case management, filings, and trial preparation</li><li>Draft, proofread, and edit legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and correspondence</li><li>Manage court filings (state and federal), including e-filing and calendaring deadlines</li><li>Conduct legal research and cite-checking</li><li>Organize and maintain case files, exhibits, and deposition transcripts</li><li>Coordinate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel as needed</li><li>Handle administrative tasks such as billing support, document management, and scheduling</li></ul>

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