Paralegal
4 days ago
Paralegal - Criminal Defense Firm Full-Time Position The culture in our firm is important to our staff and clients - we need team players who are prepared to work hard to fight for the rights of others. This role requires the ability to produce criminal defense pleadings in a timely and accurate fashion. The candidate must have experience with drafting criminal defense motions, creating trial binders, and criminal forms, and supporting a team of attorneys. The goal of the Paralegal should be to offer support to the attorneys to make them more productive, prepared, efficient, and effective. Responsibilities: • Organize files and present flagged information to the attorney • Docket and calendar events, meetings, and court hearings • Update and manage the firm's online case management system • Communicate with clients by providing updates and answering questions that do not involve legal advice • Communicate with outside agencies, clients, vendors, etc. regarding case statuses or matters • Compile and prepare documents for court filing (personally, by mail, electronically, etc.) via the process server with applicable instructions and filing fees • Collaborate with firm attorneys regarding case statuses, tasks, deadlines, and projects • Conduct research on laws, legal articles, and regulations • Issue spot and draft relevant motions for attorney review and submission • Draft documents by customizing applicable forms and pleadings for attorney review and editing • Draft correspondence on behalf of the attorney for attorney signature and review • Draft motions, court forms, mitigation packets, information requests, subpoenas, and other legal documents ensuring proper formatting, style, and captions on firm documents • Prepare discovery requests and responses to discovery demands for attorney review • Secure timely transcription of case-related audio and video recordings • Ensure timely preparation and service of witness subpoenas for relevant hearings as well as timely call-offs when no longer needed • Coordinate experts, investigators, and other third-party service providers for all cases where needed • Complete case summaries and memos for case file and attorney review • Help attorneys prepare cases for hearings (trial binders, scheduling calls, document gathering, PowerPoint, etc.) Qualifications: • A minimum of three years of CRIMINAL LAW experience is required • To be a key player on the team you must be dependable, punctual, computer literate, a fast typist, and have a great attitude • You must have excellent communication skills and pay attention to detail • You must complete projects within the assigned deadlines • Exhibit the highest level of dependability when it comes to tracking and meeting deadlines • The ideal candidate must be proficient in Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Westlaw, and Mac Operating Systems • Experience with online case management systems or client relationship management systems is preferred • This position requires a high school diploma, paralegal certificate, and relevant work experience as outlined above Compensation: $28 - $32 hourly
• Organize files and present flagged information to the attorney • Docket and calendar events, meetings, and court hearings • Update and manage the firm's online case management system • Communicate with clients by providing updates and answering questions that do not involve legal advice • Communicate with outside agencies, clients, vendors, etc. regarding case statuses or matters • Compile and prepare documents for court filing (personally, by mail, electronically, etc.) via the process server with applicable instructions and filing fees • Collaborate with firm attorneys regarding case statuses, tasks, deadlines, and projects • Conduct research on laws, legal articles, and regulations • Issue spot and draft relevant motions for attorney review and submission • Draft documents by customizing applicable forms and pleadings for attorney review and editing • Draft correspondence on behalf of the attorney for attorney signature and review • Draft motions, court forms, mitigation packets, information requests, subpoenas, and other legal documents ensuring proper formatting, style, and captions on firm documents • Prepare discovery requests and responses to discovery demands for attorney review • Secure timely transcription of case-related audio and video recordings • Ensure timely preparation and service of witness subpoenas for relevant hearings as well as timely call-offs when no longer needed • Coordinate experts, investigators, and other third-party service providers for all cases where needed • Complete case summaries and memos for case file and attorney review • Help attorneys prepare cases for hearings (trial binders, scheduling calls, document gathering, PowerPoint, etc.)
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Paralegal
4 weeks ago
oakland, United States Ascendion Full timeJob Title: ParalegalLocation: Oakland, CA.About the firm:Join one of the biggest law firms in California. This law firm focuses on personal injury, employment, aviation, and class action litigation. They have a broad reach with offices located in both Southern and Northern California, allowing them to effectively serve clients across the...
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Paralegal
1 month ago
Oakland, United States Ascendion Full timeJob Title: ParalegalLocation: Oakland, CA.About the firm:Join one of the biggest law firms in California. This law firm focuses on personal injury, employment, aviation, and class action litigation. They have a broad reach with offices located in both Southern and Northern California, allowing them to effectively serve clients across the...
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Paralegal
1 month ago
Oakland, United States Ascendion Full timeJob Title: ParalegalLocation: Oakland, CA.About the firm:Join one of the biggest law firms in California. This law firm focuses on personal injury, employment, aviation, and class action litigation. They have a broad reach with offices located in both Southern and Northern California, allowing them to effectively serve clients across the...
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Litigation Paralegal
2 days ago
Oakland, California, United States University of California - Office of the President Full timeJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Paralegal to join our team at the University of California - Office of the President. As a Paralegal, you will play a critical role in supporting our legal team with research, analysis, and document preparation. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic team and contribute to the success of our...
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Litigation Paralegal
12 hours ago
Oakland, California, United States University of California - Office of the President Full timeJob Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled Paralegal to join our team at the University of California, Office of the President. As a Paralegal, you will play a critical role in supporting our legal team with complex litigation matters.Key Responsibilities:Coordinate and analyze litigation and claims arising at UC campuses and medical centers.Develop case...
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Paralegal
4 weeks ago
Oakland, United States Robert Half Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionRobert Half is recruiting a Litigation Paralegal for the East Bay office of a leading national trial law firm. The Litigation Paralegal is responsible for managing the firm's casework. This is a wonderful opportunity to work in a FRIENDLY office with a VERY COLLEGIAL TEAM and have great hands-on litigation and substantive...
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Litigation Paralegal
2 weeks ago
Oakland, United States LHH Recruitment Solutions Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionLHH Recruitment Solutions is working with a well established boutique law firm in Oakland, CA in their search for an experience Litigation Paralegal. The successful candidate will support attorneys throughout all phases of litigation, from initial filings to trial and post-trial activities. This role involves conducting...
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Litigation Paralegal Specialist
2 weeks ago
Oakland, California, United States HERS Advisors Full timeJob OpportunityHERS Advisors is partnering with a reputable law firm to fill a Litigation Paralegal position in their Oakland office. The ideal candidate will have experience in trial preparation and support, as well as knowledge of California legal procedures and court systems.Key Responsibilities:Prepare cases for trial, including document management and...
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Litigation Paralegal Specialist
1 week ago
Oakland, California, United States LHH Recruitment Solutions Full timeLitigation Paralegal Job OpportunityLHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join a well-established boutique law firm in Oakland, CA. The successful candidate will provide critical support to attorneys throughout all phases of litigation, from initial filings to trial and post-trial activities.Key Responsibilities:Conduct...
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Litigation Paralegal Specialist
3 days ago
Oakland, California, United States LHH Recruitment Solutions Full timeJob Title: Litigation ParalegalLHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Litigation Paralegal to join our team in Oakland, CA. As a key member of our legal team, you will support attorneys throughout all phases of litigation, from initial filings to trial and post-trial activities.Key Responsibilities:Conduct research and manage data entryLiaise...
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Supervising Paralegal
2 weeks ago
Oakland, United States Asian Law Caucus Full timeThe Opportunity Join ALC in our mission to champion justice and equality as our new Supervising Paralegal. You will play a pivotal role in defending fundamental rights across various fronts, including workers' rights, housing rights, immigrant rights, community safety, voting rights, national security, and civil rights. Your expertise will serve as a...
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Litigation Paralegal
3 weeks ago
Oakland, United States Legal Ease LLC Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionOur client, a California based law firm, is seeking a litigation paralegal with 3-8 years of experience in state and federal courts. Must possess a BS/BA degree and/or a paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program.Tasks and job responsibilities include cite-checking, trial experience, setting up of a war room, depo prep,...
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Litigation Paralegal
3 weeks ago
Oakland, California, United States University of California - Office of the President Full timeJob Title: Paralegal 3Job Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Paralegal 3 to join our team at the University of California, Office of the President. As a Paralegal 3, you will play a critical role in supporting our legal team with complex litigation and claims arising at our campuses and medical centers.Key Responsibilities:Coordinate,...
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In-House Litigation Paralegal
1 month ago
Oakland, United States Robert Half Full timeLarge mission-driven organization is seeking a labor and employment paralegal to join their congenial in-house team. The ideal candidate will have experience with labor and employment matters and be responsible for assisting attorneys in all stages of litigation matters. This candidate should feel comfortable reviewing discovery through eDiscovery platforms,...
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In-House Litigation Paralegal
4 weeks ago
oakland, United States Robert Half Full timeLarge mission-driven organization is seeking a labor and employment paralegal to join their congenial in-house team. The ideal candidate will have experience with labor and employment matters and be responsible for assisting attorneys in all stages of litigation matters. This candidate should feel comfortable reviewing discovery through eDiscovery platforms,...
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In-House Litigation Paralegal
1 week ago
Oakland, United States Robert Half Full timeLarge mission-driven organization is seeking a labor and employment paralegal to join their congenial in-house team. The ideal candidate will have experience with labor and employment matters and be responsible for assisting attorneys in all stages of litigation matters. This candidate should feel comfortable reviewing discovery through eDiscovery platforms,...
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In-House Litigation Paralegal
1 month ago
Oakland, United States Robert Half Full timeLarge mission-driven organization is seeking a labor and employment paralegal to join their congenial in-house team. The ideal candidate will have experience with labor and employment matters and be responsible for assisting attorneys in all stages of litigation matters. This candidate should feel comfortable reviewing discovery through eDiscovery platforms,...
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Paralegal
2 weeks ago
Oakland, United States Robert Half Full timeA nonprofit organization dedicated to environmental conservation is seeking a Paralegal for a 12-week contract to support their Urban Wildlands program. In this role, you will assist a team of 5 attorneys, primarily handling administrative and litigation support for California state court cases. This is a mostly remote role, but the candidate must be local...
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Paralegal
2 weeks ago
Oakland, United States Robert Half Full timeA nonprofit organization dedicated to environmental conservation is seeking a Paralegal for a 12-week contract to support their Urban Wildlands program. In this role, you will assist a team of 5 attorneys, primarily handling administrative and litigation support for California state court cases. This is a mostly remote role, but the candidate must be local...
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Paralegal
4 days ago
Oakland, United States Robert Half Full timeJob DescriptionJob DescriptionBoutique law firm in Oakland, CA, is seeking a dedicated Litigation Paralegal to join their growing team on a contract-to-hire basis. The ideal candidate will have experience across all phases of litigation, including discovery, e-filing in California state courts, preparing judicial forms, and using case management software...