Paralegal Jobs

Job Type

Part Time

Job Title

Administrative Assistant

Compensation

$26/hr.

Location

San Francisco, CA

Job Description

Hall Law Firm, P.C., a boutique Estate Planning and Special Needs law firm, is looking for a part time administrative assistant. Ideally 8 hours on Fridays, but can be somewhat flexible for the right candidate. Job entails filing, scanning, coordinating with couriers, and general administrative duties. Opportunity to gain experience with the inner workings of a law firm.

Contact

Lourdes@mercyhall.com

Employer

Hall Law Firm, P.C.

Website

Hall Law Firm

Company Description

Boutique Estate Planning and Special Needs Law Firm

Job Type

Part Time

Job Title

Law Clerk/Paralegal

Compensation

$25/hr DOE

Location

San Francisco , CA

Job Description

This is a small, well-established California personal injury and workers’ compensation law firm dedicated to providing high-quality legal services to our clients for over 35 years. We are assionate about helping those who have been injured due to the negligence of others.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Part-Time Law Clerk to join our team. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn, organized, and have a strong interest in personal injury/workers’ compensation law. This position offers a flexible work schedule with remote and in-office work environments.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with case preparation, including drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery documents

• Conduct legal research on various personal injury/workers’ compensation topics using Lexis

• Execute filings using firm software: OneLegal, Gemini, EAMS

• Assist Attorney Schuman in managing case files and client communications

• Review medical records, bills, and police reports

• Perform other administrative duties as needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Calendaring

• Strong research, writing, and communication skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.)

• Prior experience or interest in personal injury/workers’ compensation law is a plus

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks

Contact

Please send your resume, brief cover letter and reference to our email: attyschu@yahoo.com. In your cover letter, let us know why you're interested in personal injury/workers’ compensation law and what you would bring to our team.

Employer

ALLAN M. SCHUMAN, A PROFESSIONAL LAW CORPORATION

Website

ALLAN M. SCHUMAN, A PROFESSIONAL LAW CORPORATION

Job Type

Full Time

Job Title

Litigation Paralegal @ The Kelly Law Firm

Compensation

$40 - $50 per hour

Location

San Francisco, California *In person position

Job Description

This position requires a professional, organized, self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask and interact with attorney and clients in a fast-paced legal environment.

Qualifications:

- Minimum 3 years experience working in a trust and estates or civil litigation law firm

- Highly proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe Acrobat Pro

- Proficiency with Clio strongly preferred

- Demonstrated organizational and time-management skills

- Ability to multi-task, juggle multiple and varying tasks each day, set and meet deadlines

- Strong written and oral communication skills

- Experience propounding and responding to discovery

- Higher pay scale for applicants with litigation support experience and/or those proficient with formatting pleadings, electronic filing in state courts, calendaring civil litigation-related dates and deadlines.

Responsibilities:

- Craft precise correspondence

- Engage with clients in a professional and empathetic manner

- Gather vital information and documents from clients

- Assist in drafting pleadings and essential legal documents

- Coordinate seamlessly with vendors

- Serve as a friendly voice answering our phones when necessary

- Facilitate court filings with precision

- Prepare and dispatch record requests promptly

- Schedule telephone calls, client meetings, and depositions

- Maintain and update firm calendar and tasks in real time each day

- Track case and office expenses in Clio (case costs, filing fees, etc)

- Organize and prioritize workload to meet daily deadlines

- Complete assignments within deadlines under minimal supervision

Contact

Interested candidates can send a resume and cover letter to Nicole Kelly, via email: nkelly@kellylawchambers.com

Employer

The Kelly Law Firm

Website

The Kelly Law Firm

Company Description

Boutique Law Firm specializing in Real Estate & Trust Litigation and Estate Planning has been family owned and operated in Hayes Valley, San Francisco since 1952. Seeking to grow the team with a self-starer, motivated, organized and reliable applicant who thrives in a dynamic and fast paced work environment. Our clients are often confronted with navigating family tensions that arise upon the death of a loved one and disputes over assets; treating each client with compassion, empathy, and understanding is equally important as their representation. This is an extremely busy practice which requires all team members to demonstrate a strong work ethic, impeccable organizational and time management skills, and excellent communication skills.

Job Type

Full Time

Job Title

Paralegal

Compensation

DOE

Location

San Francisco, CA and Remote Options

Job Description

The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter, who is able to multitask under time constraints with attention to detail. The position requires excellent communication, organizational and computer skills for assisting the team.

Job duties and responsibilities:

- Assist two attorneys with litigation needs

- Assist in all aspects of case preparation from inception through trial

- Draft correspondence, pleadings, discovery and other litigation documents

- Document management

- Calendar deadlines

- Notice and schedule matters including depositions, examinations and inspections

- Coordinate and handle court filings and deliveries whether electronically, mail or in person (state and federal)

- Order medical records

- Communicate and act as liaison with attorneys and staff, clients, experts, vendors, etc.

Contact

Interested candidates can send a resume and cover letter to Fiore Achermann

Email: info@thefafirm.com

Contact number: (415) 550-0650

Employer

Fiore Achermann LLP

Website

Fiore Achermann

Company Description

FIORE ACHERMANN LLP is a personal injury law firm based in San Francisco Financial District is seeking Spanish-speaking Paralegal for their litigation practice representing plaintiffs in civil matters throughout California.

Application Deadline: February 19, 2025

Job Type

Full Time

Job Title

Paralegal

Compensation

$82,756.96 - $100,141.60 Annually plus benefits

Location

Santa Clara County: Paralegals may be subject to rotation to any assignment at the department head's discretion and according to organization, staffing, and workload requirements.

Job Description

Under general supervision of an attorney, to perform a variety of paraprofessional legal duties: to assist in preparation of cases for trial, prepare legal documents, interview clients, and perform legal research and writing. The senior level performs the most complex and/or difficult of the paraprofessional legal duties.

Paralegals may be subject to rotation to any assignment at the department head's discretion and according to organization, staffing, and workload requirements.

* * * * * * * * * * * * IMPORTANT * * * * * * * * * * *

EXAMINATION DATES: Candidates who meet the employment standards will be invited to take an online written examination tentatively scheduled for the week of March 6, 2025. Qualifying candidates will be notified with examination instructions.

COVID-19 Risk Tier - Higher Risk

Typical Tasks

Typical Tasks For Paralegal:

- Gathers and compiles evidence for attorneys by interviewing witnesses and collecting materials, documents, and reports;

- Prepares trial notebooks, organizes evidence, and prepares exhibits;

- Interviews clients, witnesses, and others, and serves as a liaison between clients and attorneys;

- Determines eligibility for client assistance from the Public Defender's office, and may evaluate and arrange for client to enter rehabilitative programs;

- Acts as a liaison with public and private agencies, law enforcement agencies, state agencies, attorneys, clients, relatives of clients, and witnesses;

- Logs and tracks cases to ensure that timelines are met;

- Arranges for the presence of witnesses, prepares witnesses for testimony and deposition and reviews and summarizes witness statements and depositions;

- Drafts and prepares a variety of legal documents, correspondence, and reports that are standard legal documents or that require a minimal amount of original writing;

- Performs basic legal research in which issues are readily identifiable, or performs cite checking;

- Files legal documents in court, and delivers materials regarding ongoing cases;

- May assist attorney in court by taking notes; distributing cases, and coordinating witnesses;

- Maintains a law library containing law books and other reference material;

- Performs related duties as required.

Typical Tasks For Senior Paralegal:

The Senior Paralegal may perform the above tasks in addition to the following:

- Drafts and prepares a variety of legal documents, correspondence, and reports that are complex and require a great amount of original writing;

- May have responsibility for a highly specialized and complex assignments requiring a high level of independence including the organization of documents used in civil litigation or in the prosecution or defense of major crimes;

- Negotiates and resolves administrative issues with representatives of opposing counsel or client;

- Performs complex legal research in which issues are not readily defined and a substantial amount of research is required from a variety of references;

- May represent the County or be called upon to provide information at administrative hearings;

- Establishes procedures for organizing and processing work;

- May assist attorney in extensive preparation of Penalty Phase;

- May provide lead direction and training to Paralegals and intern paralegals;

- Tracks and monitors criminal databases, information on grant proposals, claims filed against the County, gang related activities, DNA testing;

- Provides training to County agency personnel for statutory compliance and on law enforcement databases;

- Performs related duties as required.

Employment Standards

Possession of one of the following:

(1) A paralegal certificate from an American Bar Association (ABA) approved paralegal program;

(2) A paralegal certificate or a degree from a nationally or regionally accredited, or Bureau for Private Post-secondary and Vocational Education-approved post-secondary institution that requires successful completion of a minimum of 24 semester (or equivalent) units in law related courses;

(3) A baccalaureate degree or advanced degree in any subject; plus a minimum of one year of law related attorney supervised* experience; and a written declaration from that attorney* stating that the person is qualified to perform paralegal tasks;

(4) A high school diploma or GED, plus a minimum of three years of law-related attorney supervised* experience; and a written declaration from that attorney* stating that the person is qualified to perform paralegal tasks. This experience and training shall be completed no later than December 31, 2003.

*The supervising and declaring attorney must be an active member of the California Bar for at least the preceding three (3) years, or have practiced in the federal courts of California for at least the preceding three (3) years.

Special Requirement

MCLE Post Employment Standards – Paralegals/Senior Paralegals are required to certify completion of Mandatory Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) credits every two (2) years. These credits consist of four (4) hours of general law or a specialized area of law, and four (4) hours of legal ethics.

Senior Paralegal

Experience Note: In addition to the above, the required knowledge and abilities to perform this function are typically attained through one (1) year of experience as a paralegal.

Knowledge of:

- Methods and techniques of legal research and available legal resource material, discovery, and fact investigation;

- Principles of legal writing;

- Legal terminology;

- Basic communication skills including questioning and investigative interviewing techniques;

- Ethics of law practice;

- Civil and/or criminal legal processes and judicial structure;

- Skills necessary to perform issue identification.

Ability to:

- Prepare effective legal papers;

- Perform basic legal research and writing;

- Speak and write logically and effectively;

- Analyze and interpret applicable codes, laws, ordinances and statutes;

- Prepare and organize evidence;

- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with public and coworkers.

The Senior Paralegal requires the following additional abilities to:

- Prepare complex legal papers requiring a great amount of original writing;

- Perform advanced legal research;

- Negotiate and resolve administrative issues.

Contact

Application Deadline: February 19, 2025

Apply Online - Paralegal Public Defender Job Listing

Employer

County of Santa Clara

Website

Santa Clara County Public Defender's Office

Company Description

We are the Public Defender's Office, and we fight for people who can't afford a lawyer. No matter what crime you are accused of, we're here to protect your rights and ensure fairness at every point in your case. We are a public law firm of expert criminal lawyers who serve clients in a holistic and client-centered fashion.

We listen. We respect. We fight. We are loyal. We explain the legal system, investigate facts, give advice, and argue for the best possible outcome. We are honest, direct, and compassionate. We treat every client with dignity and focus on your goals and needs. We will do everything we can to get you home.

We believe everyone deserves a voice in court. We protect diverse clients, including the poor, children, mentally ill, immigrants, and people from communities of color. We believe in social justice, racial equity, diversity, and attacking the mass incarceration system. We are the voice of the community. It is our honor to help and defend you.

Job Type

Full Time

Job Title

Legal Assistant/Litigation

Compensation

$76K

Location

Oakland, CA

Job Description

Attorney Support

Contact

Anna Linetsky

Employer

McCracken, Stemerman & Holsberry

Website

McCracken, Stemerman & Holsberry

Company Description

McCracken, Stemerman & Holsberry (MSH) combines a union-side labor law practice with expertise in civil liberties and constitutional law to serve a diverse client base. MSH represents workers, consumers and shareholders in class action lawsuits involving sex and race discrimination, retiree benefits, antitrust and consumer issues.

Job Type

Full Time

Job Title

Legal Secretary

Compensation

$92,508 to $112,425 DOE with benefits

Location

San Francisco City Attorney’s Office, San Francisco, CA

Job Description

Join our team! Exceptional benefits and competitive salary! 

Are you an organized and detailed orientated individual that would like to make a meaningful impact in the legal field? If so we, have the perfect opportunity for you!

Position: Legal Secretary (Full-time) 

Location: San Francisco City Attorney’s Office, San Francisco, CA 

Why should you join us? At the City Attorney’s Office, 

we value our employees who go above and beyond!

We offer 

• Competitive salary - $92,508 to $112,425 

• Generous pension plan – The City/County of San Francisco maintains a pension plan 

• Health & Wellness benefits – Prioritize your physical & mental health 

• Paid time off – work life balance matters! 

• Professional development – grow your career with educational resources 

• Modern workplace – work in a supportive professional environment equipped with the tools you need to succeed! 

Job duties include 

• Preparing and editing a wide variety of legal documents in proper format, such as briefs, motions, discovery, correspondence, subpoenas, jury instructions, notices, exhibit and witness lists, verdict forms, and legislative documents (including resolutions and ordinances).

• Legal filing (including E-Filing) and effectuating service and chambers copies of documents with state and federal trial courts, courts of appeal, and administrative bodies.

• Maintaining attorney calendars and case calendars (including calculation of legal deadlines).

• Opening, maintaining and closing files; abstracting information from various sources to prepare legal documents according to attorney instructions; answering requests for information from attorneys, opposing counsel, court staff and members of the public.

• Coordinating depositions and attorney appearances or meetings.

• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of court rules and practices according to jurisdiction.

• Utilizing a wide variety of word processing, case management and calendaring software.

• Preparing materials and binders and assisting with preparation for hearings, meetings, arbitrations and trials as requested by attorneys.

How to Qualify: You’ll need two (2) years of verifiable experience as a legal secretary typing legal documents including petitions, motions, briefs, complaints and other legal forms and the ability to type 55 net WPM. 

Ready to take the next step? We’re excited to welcome the next member of our team!

Contact

To apply: Send your resume using the job listing page: Legal Secretary I - Labor Team - City Attorney's Office

Employer

SF City Attorney's Office

Website

SF City Attorney's Office

Company Description

The mission of the San Francisco City Attorney’s Office is to provide the highest quality legal services to the Mayor, Board of Supervisors, and other elected officials as well as to the approximately 100 departments, boards, commissions and offices that comprise the City and County of San Francisco’s government.

Job Type

Full Time

Job Title

Front Desk Coordinator/Legal Administrative Assistant

Compensation

$57,000 - $62,000

Location

San Francisco

Job Description

San Francisco-based Family Law firm seeks highly-motivated and personable candidate for full-time Front Desk Coordinator/Legal Administrative Assistant position. The ideal candidate will be the first point of contact for clients and visitors, demonstrating excellent phone etiquette and a welcoming demeanor.

Responsibilities include:

• Greet and assist clients and visitors in a friendly and professional manner.
• Manage incoming calls using phone systems, ensuring messages are accurately relayed.
• Perform data entry tasks, maintaining accurate records and files for office management.
• Assist with clerical duties including copying, filing, proofreading documents, managing correspondence, and processing mail.
• Schedule and manage conference room calendar as needed.
• Maintain an organized front desk area, ensuring all office and kitchen materials are stocked and accessible.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to support overall office operations.

Desired qualifications:

• 4 year college degree preferred;
• Microsoft Office proficient;
• Self-motivated;
• Detail oriented;
• Professional attitude and appearance;
• Excellent follow-up and follow-through skills;
• Ability to be resourceful and proactive;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; and,
• Previous law firm experience preferred but not required.

Our firm offers a collegial environment. We provide employees with medical, dental, and life insurance, vision, lunch provided every Tuesday, 401(K) plan participation after 1 year of employment, and additional benefits.

This position is 100% in office.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• San Francisco, CA 94104 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Contact

Interested candidates can send a resume and cover letter via email to jmorelos@hflp.com.

Employer

Hersh FamilyLaw Practice

Website

Hersh FamilyLaw Practice

Company Description

San Francisco-based family law firm.

Job Type

Full Time

Job Title

Paralegal

Compensation

$25/hour

Location

San Francisco

Job Description

Legal Assistant Job Responsibilities:

We are looking for a self-motivated and detail-oriented paralegal to provide administrative support to enhance attorney effectiveness and client satisfaction in a small and busy law office. Ability to move between several areas of practice including nonprofit, estate planning, and probate.

Legal Assistant Job Duties:

• Provide administrative support to lawyer and remote co-workers
• Handle communication with clients and potential clients promptly and professionally.
• Convert potential clients to clients to ensure profitability.
• Establish and maintain organized client files in the office and electronic filing systems.
• Prepare, edit, and file contracts, corporate forms, and other legal documents.
• Manage administrative aspects of the office including supplies, work-flow, and cleanliness.
• Perform legal research, writing, and posting to website and creating marketing materials.

Legal Assistant Skills and Qualifications:

• B.A., Paralegal certificate or similar experience required.
• The ideal candidate is an independent self-starter, with good communication and interpersonal skills, with a service centered and problem solving approach.
• Must be commitment to confidentiality and building client relationships. Experience working in a small, business casual office environment preferred. Adept with Adobe, Windows, Google Docs and Drive, and other document preparation software.
• Experience working with or volunteering for nonprofits a plus. Website/Internet/Social Media skills a plus.
• Full Time 35-40 hours per week. Hourly rate commensurate with experience.

Contact

Please send resume, writing sample, and letter of interest via email to info@tswrobel.law.

Employer

T.S. Wrobel Law Group

Website

T.S. Wrobel Law Group and Nonprofit Legal Center

Company Description

TS Wrobel Law Group, PC (Nonprofit Legal Center) has been serving individuals, families, philanthropists, and nonprofits since 1997. Thomas S. Wrobel is an experienced attorney and expert in nonprofit law. Mr. Wrobel has assisted thousands of organizations, across the country and internationally, in attaining nonprofit tax exempt status with their state and the IRS. He is committed to serving people who are doing good work in the world.

The firm also serves local SF Bay Area clients with Estate Planning, Probate and Trust Administration. T.S. Wrobel Law Group guides our clients through the legal process to maintain, and safe-guard their families assets. 

Job Type

Full Time

Job Title

Legal Services Advocate

Compensation

$24.57 - $27.89 per hour

Location

Livermore, CA 94550

Job Description

General Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Director of Domestic Violence Services, the Legal Services Advocate will oversee the TRO (Temporary Restraining Order) Clinic. The Legal Services Advocate will train and assist volunteers with interviewing clients and completing TRO applications. The Legal Services Advocate will train both staff and volunteer advocates. The Legal Services Advocate will also assist with Tri-Valley Haven special events. 

General Requirements: Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience. Working knowledge of legal procedures and TRO standards. Two years' experience working with survivors of domestic violence. Ability to work independently, manage time and tasks effectively. Completion of Agency Training within 6 months of employment (if not before). 

SPECIFIC AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

I. RESPONSIBLE FOR CLIENT SERVICES AT TVH TEMPORARY RESTRAINING ORDER CLINICS

A. Oversee the work of the Legal Clinic and its volunteers.

B. Train Legal Clinic volunteers.

C. Work with volunteers and staff interviewing clients and completing TRO applications.

D. File and pick up court documents.

E. Attend court hearings when possible.

F. Process special court orders as appropriate.

G. Act as liaison between TVH and volunteer attorneys.

H. Ensure that client materials are completed in an accurate and timely manner.

I. Responsible for attaining grant objectives in each specified area.

J. Compile accurate statistics and other agency documentation for funding sources and internal use; turned in data by the 5th of every month.

K. Handle cases efficiently.

L. Maintain knowledge of changes in laws that directly affect the clients we serve.

M. Comply with all legal and ethical mandates regarding client welfare.

N. Network and consult with other professionals on behalf of clients.

II. GENERAL TASKS - Perform general tasks and represent Tri-Valley Haven in a professional manner.

A. Comply with laws, including elder abuse reporting, CPS reporting, 5150 laws and suicide assessment.

B. Assist with 24-hour domestic violence crisis hotline and client advocacy.

C. Provide resources to residents at Tri-Valley Haven’s DV shelter.

D. Attend agency staff meetings and additional meetings as needed.

E. Participate in community outreach as needed.

F. Participate in community fundraising activities and special events as required.

G. Must have a valid California driver license and an insured automobile to use as necessary for agency related business.

H. Maintain a good Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) to be able to drive for the agency.

III. OTHER TASKS AS ASSIGNED BY THE DIRECTOR OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND/OR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR WITHIN THE SCOPE OF TRI-VALLEY HAVEN’S MISSION.

IV. ADA ESSENTIAL TASKS

A. Working alone

B. Working in high stress situations

C. Working in emergency situations

D. Good reading vision

E. Sitting

F. Good communication skills

G. Specific knowledge or education

H. Learning ability

I. Operation of motor vehicle

J. Good distance vision

K. Ability to speak clearly

L. Ability to discriminate speech

M. Reasoning and thinking skills

N. Ability to problem solve

Tri Valley Haven is an Equal Opportunity Employer; there shall be no discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity or sexual orientation. Decisions related to hiring, compensating, training, evaluating performance, or terminating are made fairly. We examine our unconscious biases and take responsibility for always striving to create an inclusive environment that makes every employee and candidate feel welcome.

Contact

Interested candidates can email a resume and cover letter to Shadab Ilkal, Director of Administration, at hr@trivalleyhaven.org

Employer

Tri Valley Haven

Website

Tri Valley Haven

Company Description

Tri-Valley Haven is a vital community organization that serves adults and children who have experienced domestic violence, sexual assault, or homelessness in the Tri-Valley area.

We envision a world and society full of beloved communities and safe families where every individual has the resources and conditions they need to thrive and resolve conflict. Violence is no longer an outcome of conflict.

Core values that guide us are: Equity, Inclusion, Kindness and Compassion, Integrity, Self Determination, Mutual Care, and Thriving.

We are a safe place for individuals who need to heal and to be protected before moving forward. For over four decades, Tri-Valley Haven has strengthened people’s lives, building a culture of personal empowerment for those who are most vulnerable.

We envision a world without violence. Sadly, rape, physical and mental abuse, and homelessness occur in our communities, regardless of class or color. Tri-Valley Haven programs offer hope and assistance including shelter, food, advocacy and counseling. Someone in your neighborhood may be alive because the Haven was there to help.

Tri-Valley Haven seeks to build a more peaceful society, one person, one family, one community at a time. Together we can build a Tri-Valley without violence.

Job Type

Full Time

Job Title

Litigation Paralegal

Compensation

$75,000 - $80,000

Location

San Jose, CA/Newport Beach, CA/Remote

Job Description

Miller, Morton, Caillat & Nevis, LLP is 95-year-old law firm with offices in San Jose and Newport Beach, California. Its principal focus is on construction and real estate development matters, and its clients include many of the largest developers and general contractors in the United States. The firm is seeking a paralegal to join its team to help support civil litigation matters, the majority of which will be complex construction claims.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Document review
• Management of voluminous e-discovery document databases
• Discovery (organization of client documents, privilege review, bates stamping and preparation of document productions, analysis and coding of construction project files, preparation of attorney binders)
• Deposition preparation and exhibit management
• Coordinating and tracking files and invoices with/to consultants and vendors
• File and Case Management (maintaining complex case files and indices for pleadings, discovery, witnesses, and exhibits)
• Trial preparation and participation

Requirements include:

• A background or interest in construction
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
• Ability to work on a team
• Self-direction
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Contact

Neil Nakanishi, Office Manager at nin@millermorton.com

Employer

Miller Morton Caillat & Nevis

Website

Miller Morton Caillat & Nevis

Company Description

Miller, Morton, Caillat & Nevis, LLP is 95-year-old law firm with offices in San Jose and Newport Beach, California. Its principal focus is on construction and real estate development matters, and its clients include many of the largest developers and general contractors in the United States.

Job Type

Full Time

Job Title

Senior Paralegal

Compensation

$100,000 - $120,000

Location

San Francisco, California

Job Description

Senior Paralegal

Conrad | Metlitzky | Kane is looking for an experienced litigation paralegal to help manage the case load for the firm’s attorneys, with assistance from our case-clerk team. This position involves the opportunity to help develop systems and processes for the firm’s growing practice. Compensation will be commensurate with experience, with an anticipated salary in the range of $100,000 to $120,000. 

Applicants for the position of Senior Paralegal should have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree; Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved paralegal program

• 4 or more years of substantial civil litigation experience in state and federal trial courts

• Excellent research and writing skills; strong interpersonal and communication skills; and exceptional organizational and time-management skills

• Expertise in Adobe Pro, Microsoft Office Suite, calendaring software, Westlaw, electronic filing systems in state and federal court (and related e-filing portals), transcript management software, and electronic discovery databases (e.g., Everlaw, Relativity)

• Ability to work effectively under pressure and maintain composure while managing multiple priorities

• Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills

• A sense of humor, camaraderie, curiosity, grit, and adventure

• Outstanding references

Senior Paralegals have the following responsibilities:

• Manage discovery, including complex electronic discovery and third-party subpoenas, in multiple cases simultaneously

• Support and manage document collections and productions

• Prepare, file, and serve pleadings in state and federal court, as well as in arbitrations, including preparing cite checks (e.g., Bluebook, California Style Manual) and generating tables of authorities and contents for briefs

• Organize exhibits and other supporting documents for depositions, hearings, arbitrations, and trials

• Provide support during arbitrations and trials, including preparation of witness binders and witness coordination, and interfacing with court personnel and third-party vendors

Contact

How to Apply

To inquire about joining our team, please send a cover letter describing your interest in our firm and a copy of your resume to careers@conmetkane.com.

Employer

Conrad | Metlitzky | Kane

Website

Conrad | Metlitzky | Kane

Company Description

Conrad | Metlitzky | Kane is a fast-growing trial boutique founded by a trio of former Assistant United States Attorneys: Mark Conrad, Warren Metlitzky, and Miranda Kane. Our attorneys are trial lawyers who hail from top law schools and law firms. As our caseload grows, we are looking to hire team members who share our passions: trying cases; making sure our clients’ stories are heard and understood; tackling diverse and cutting-edge litigation typically handled by larger firms; and working with dedicated, inquisitive colleagues.

Job Type

Contract, Part-Time

Job Title

Part-time paralegal for a criminal defense attorney

Compensation

$65 per hour

Location

San Francisco, CA and remote once set up

Job Description

I need a paralegal to help sort through criminal cases. I want someone to go through documents and summarize them or outline them and organize and outline audiovisual materials.

Contact

Interested candidates can submit a cover letter/resume to Peter Fitzpatrick: pdfitz22@gmail.com. For questions email or call (415) 271-9508.

Employer

Law Office of Peter A. Fitzpatrick

Website

Law Office of Peter A. Fitzpatrick

Company Description

Criminal defense firm