Paralegal Careers

Job Type

Full Time

Job Title

Litigation Legal Assistant

Compensation

$80,000 – $100,000 per year

Location

San Francisco, CA (Hybrid: in office at least 2 days/week)

Job Description

Confidential client · Direct hire · Recruiting by Blossom Human Resources, LLC

Blossom Human Resources is recruiting an experienced Litigation Legal Assistant for a Confidential client — a respected mid-sized law firm in downtown San Francisco (office above a BART station). You will support a litigation partner and the firm’s environmental and energy practice, blending litigation support with administrative work.

What you’ll do: prepare and proofread pleadings and briefs; e-file in California state and federal courts (PACER, CM/ECF, TrueFiling); track deadlines and calendars; organize case files and databases (Relativity, Nextpoint); and handle time entry, prebills, reception and supplies.

Must-haves: 3–5 years of law-firm litigation legal assistant experience (some flexibility); California and federal filing knowledge; excellent proofreading; interest in the administrative side; stable work history; U.S. work authorization without employer visa sponsorship.

Full-time direct hire. Process: Blossom HR screening call, firm screening call, then an in-person interview. Candidate service is always free; we never submit your resume without permission.

Contact

Blossom Human Resources, LLC
recruiting@myblossomhr.com 
(813) 547-8026
Blossom Human Resources Application

Employer

Blossom Human Resources, LLC
St. Petersburg, FL (recruiting for San Francisco)

Website

Blossom Human Resources Application

Company Description

Nationwide legal recruiting firm posting a direct-hire opening for a Confidential client. Candidate service is always free.

Job Type

Full Time

Job Title

Legal Secretary - Family Law

Compensation

$75,000-95,000, depending on experience

Location

San Francisco, CA

Job Description

Our Firm

We are a family law office based in San Francisco. Our office is a relaxed and friendly environment. At the same time, we maintain strict rules regarding confidentiality, and we treat clients with respect, professionalism and formality.

Position Summary

The legal secretary is responsible for providing secretarial and administrative support to the attorneys. Job duties include a wide range of tasks, and the work requires close collaboration with the attorneys. He/she will interface closely with clients, potential clients and the attorneys.

Specific Responsibilities

• Answering the phones and conducting intakes with potential clients, including conflict checks

• Scheduling initial consultations and confirming payment of consultation invoices

• Information systems management, including saving and organizing files and scanning incoming mail

• Docketing and managing attorneys’ calendars and deadlines

• Scheduling meetings between clients, opposing counsel, experts and mediators

• Arranging for filing and service of pleadings

• Assembling pleadings for filing, including exhibits (for example, exhibits to a request for order or to a mandatory settlement conference statement)

• Drafting correspondence with clients, the Court and attorneys

• Preparing retainer agreements and setting up new clients in Clio

• Logging vendor invoices as expenses in Clio

• Forwarding filed pleadings and correspondence to clients

• Providing general assistance to the attorneys whenever needed

Requirements and Qualifications

• At least three years of experience as a legal secretary or administrative support to a law firm

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Excellent writing and proofreading skills, which will be verified during the interview process

• Family law experience a plus

• Strong relationship skills

• Computer savvy, including proficiency in Word, Excel and Adobe Acrobat

• Experience with Clio is a plus

• Stable work history

A Plus, But Not Required

• Preparing financial disclosures

• Drafting pleadings and discovery documents

• Assisting clients in gathering documents to respond to discovery requests

• Organizing, indexing and summarizing discovered and produced materials

• Legal research using LexisNexis

This position is full-time and hybrid. We offer health insurance coverage, a 401(k) plan and a generous paid time off policy.

Contact

For consideration, please submit the following to Liat Sadler, liat@ksbllp.com:

• Cover letter

• Resume

• Writing sample

Employer

Kreitzer Sadler Birnbaum LLP

Website

Kreitzer Sadler Birnbaum

Company Description

Kreitzer Sadler Birnbaum LLP is a family law firm based in San Francisco. We represent clients in divorce, custody, support and property matters. Our office is relaxed and friendly, and we maintain strict standards of confidentiality and treat every client with respect and professionalism.

Job Type

Full Time

Job Title

Paralegal

Compensation

Salary will range from $80-100k, depending on experience and education.

Location

Remote

Job Description

Brubaker Law LLP is looking to hire a full-time paralegal. We are a fast-growing firm of ten attorneys that serves as corporate legal counsel for venture funds, startups, and small companies. Members of our firm are based primarily in California and are required to work Pacific time business hours, but this position will be entirely remote—we have no physical offices.

Typical tasks may include:

· Forming legal entities and making other filings with Secretaries of State (e.g., California and Delaware).

· Obtaining EINs from the IRS

· Calling the IRS, SEC, FINRA, or other agencies for assistance with filings

· Preparing and making securities and regulatory filings

· Sending documents to clients for electronic signatures

· Filing documents in our electronic document management system

· Sending and receiving documents via USPS and FedEx

· Faxing and scanning documents

· Word processing, proofreading, formatting, and converting documents

· Research of legal matters

· Filling in with other tasks as needed

The ideal candidate would:

· Have document management experience (e.g., searches and folder management)

· Be proficient in MS Office (Word and Excel), Google Suite (Docs and Sheets), and Adobe Acrobat, including (a) proofreading, editing, and formatting and (b) converting documents from one format to another

· Be careful and detail-focused

· Be self-motivated with a willingness to work under deadlines

· Be willing to work from home

· Be responsive to work requests during business hours (e.g., 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT)

· Be able to complete projects promptly

· Be friendly and kind

· Have experience in a customer-facing role

· Have at least a bachelor’s degree

· Preferably have a paralegal certificate

· Preferably have experience as a paralegal or legal assistant

· Preferably have an interest in and basic knowledge of corporate law

Contact

If interested, please submit a cover letter and resume to recruiting@brubakerlaw.com

Employer

Brubaker Law LLP

Website

Brubaker Law

Company Description

Brubaker Law LLP is a boutique corporate law firm based in the San Francisco Bay Area that represents startups, emerging growth companies and investment funds in all stages of their lifecycles.

Job Type

Full Time

Job Title

Senior Litigation Paralegal

Compensation

$125K-$150K

Location

San Francisco/Hybrid

Job Description

Our client, a large international law firm, is looking for a direct hire, seasoned Litigation Paralegal to join their team. Salary range $125k-150k. This position is hybrid.

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) required; paralegal certificate required.

• 3+ years of litigation experience at a large law firm.

• Strong ability to collaborate effectively in team and leadership roles.

• Trial experience, all phases (pre-trial, actual trial and post).

• Excellent judgment and concise written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience with court and administrative filings, including e-filing.

• Proficiency with e-discovery platforms such as Relativity and Nuix Discover.

• Experience with litigation support tools such as LiveNote and CaseMap preferred.

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

• Proficient with LexisNexis, Westlaw, and Adobe Acrobat in a legal setting.

• Willingness to work overtime and travel as needed.

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package.

For consideration, please send resume in confidence.

Contact

Interested candidates can send a resume to Kristin Berry: kberry@sdlegalease.com

Employer

Legal Ease, LLC (Recruiter) 

Website

Legal Ease

Company Description

Legal Ease, LLC is a California based staffing firm that specializes in the temporary and direct hire placement of legal professionals inclusive of attorneys, paralegals, legal secretaries and office administration.

Job Type

Full Time

Job Title

Litigation Paralegal (Environmental Practice)

Compensation

$110K, depending upon experience

Location

San Francisco, CA

Job Description

A mission-driven law firm seeking a skilled Litigation Paralegal to support complex litigation matters within its land use and environmental practice. This role provides essential litigation and case management support to attorneys representing clients advancing environmental and community interests. Comprehensive benefits offered and a hybrid schedule for this direct hire opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Cite-check briefs and verify legal authorities; prepare appendices and hyperlink filings.

• Assist with discovery, document review, privilege analysis, and production management.

• Prepare pleadings, court forms, Public Records Act requests, and other legal documents.

• Conduct legal and factual research and monitor court dockets.

• Analyze case-related data using Excel and prepare hearing and client presentation materials.

• Organize and compile administrative records, excerpts of record, and litigation materials.

• Collaborate with attorneys and paralegal team members to manage deadlines and workflow.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of paralegal experience.

• Meets California Business & Professions Code §6450 requirements for paralegal billing.

• Strong knowledge of California and federal court procedures.

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (including Excel and PowerPoint), document formatting, and legal document management tools.

• Exceptional attention to detail, proofreading, organizational, and multitasking skills.

Qualified candidates who are detail-oriented, collaborative, and committed to high-quality legal work are encouraged to apply. All inquiries and applications will be handled confidentially.

Contact

Interested candidates can send a resume and cover letter to Janice Shepherd via email: janice@accesstalentsolutions.com

Employer

Access Talent Solutions

Website

Access Talent Solutions

Company Description

At Access Talent Solutions, we are committed to being career advocates. We dedicate ourselves to working with talented legal professionals that are seeking the opportunity to partner with an experienced, dedicated legal recruiter. Through our expertise and hiring connections, we support our candidates in navigating the rapidly changing job market, while providing ongoing personalized career coaching.

Job Type

Full Time

Job Title

Litigation Paralega

Compensation

$105K

Location

Emeryville, CA

Job Description

A well-established employment law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join its team.

The Paralegal assists attorneys with case development, legal research, discovery, document analysis, trial and/or litigation preparation, and other substantive legal and/or case management tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate assigned litigation and transactional projects.

• Review case files and monitor deadlines, discovery obligations, and case progress.

• Conduct legal research using legal databases and public records resources.

• Analyze statutes, regulations, court rules, and case law.

• Prepare legal research memoranda, summaries, and supporting documentation.

• Organize, review, summarize, and manage discovery requests, responses, and document productions.

• Administer litigation support technology, including document management systems, e-discovery platforms, and legal research tools.

• Coordinate collection and management of electronically stored information (ESI).

• Prepare privilege logs, deposition summaries, witness files, chronologies, and case timelines.

• Draft pleadings, legal correspondence, and filing documents for attorney review.

• Assist with trial, arbitration, mediation, and hearing preparation, including exhibit management.

• Communicate with clients, witnesses, and third-party professionals to support case development.

• Obtain and organize records and supporting documentation for legal matters.

• Support trust fund, collections, payroll compliance, lien, and pension withdrawal liability matters.

• Prepare client meeting materials, status reports, summaries, presentations, and meeting agendas.

• Assist with file management, docketing, calendaring, and administrative support functions as needed.

Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate, Associate degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Paralegal: 5 to 9 years of relevant paralegal experience.

• Senior Paralegal: 10+ years of relevant paralegal experience, including training and workflow management responsibilities.

• Strong legal research, analytical, writing, and organizational skills.

• Advanced proficiency with legal research platforms, document management systems, and case management software.

• Experience handling complex litigation matters and document-intensive projects.

• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

This direct hire opportunity offers competitive compensation commensurate with experience, comprehensive benefits package, supportive and collaborative team environment and a hybrid schedule after a probationary period.

Contact

Interested candidates can send a resume and cover letter to Janice Shepherd via email: janice@accesstalentsolutions.com

Employer

Acccess Talent Solutions

Website

Acccess Talent Solutions

Company Description

At Access Talent Solutions, we are committed to being career advocates. We dedicate ourselves to working with talented legal professionals that are seeking the opportunity to partner with an experienced, dedicated legal recruiter. Through our expertise and hiring connections, we support our candidates in navigating the rapidly changing job market, while providing ongoing personalized career coaching.

Job Type

Full Time

Job Title

Paralegal

Compensation

$24-40/hr, depending on experience

Location

San Francisco, CA

Job Description

- Manage calendaring, and track filing deadlines and hearing dates for 2 attorneys;

- Conduct case management and status updates;

- Draft pleadings, motions, declarations, memoranda, briefs, stipulations, etc. with accuracy;

- Prepare filings, exhibits, trial binders, etc.;

- Work closely with clients to prepare financial disclosures;

- Support discovery through the preparation of formal discovery requests and responses;

- Monitor correspondence needs, with clients, counsel, and court personnel; and

- Conduct procedural and substantive legal research using Westlaw.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

- Ability to use Adobe Acrobat Pro, Microsoft Office Suite, and Clio Case Management;

- Knowledge of San Francisco and surrounding family court systems, and procedural requirements;

- Excellent organization and communication skills; and

- 1-2+ years of experience working with California family law.

Contact

Interested candidates can send a resume and cover letter to Kelly Robbins via email, kelly@robbinsfamilylaw.com

Employer

Robbins Family Law

Website

Robbins Family Law

Company Description

Robbins Family Law offers full representation in all aspects of family law including divorce, custody and support. Our firm is led by Kelly Robbins who has practiced family law exclusively since 1996, with over 30 years of trial and courtroom experience, including the sought-after designation of Certified Family Law Specialist from the State Bar of California. Robbins Family Law is also available to handle pre-marital or post-marital agreements, paternity and palimony cases.