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    National law firm has an immediate opening for a Paralegal! This Paralegal will join a growing office of attorneys and staff who focus on plaintiff-side toxic tort matters. As a Litigation Paralegal with this organization, you'll support 3-4 attorneys with all phases of the litigation lifecycle from initial complaint through closure. If you're looking to continue to grow your career under mentorship from attorneys and the support of a national firm, this is the position for you! This position is on-site and requires full-time work in the Emeryville, CA office.


    Responsibilities:

    • Assist attorneys in all phases of litigation from onset through trial
    • Draft pleadings, correspondence, authorizations, interrogatories, transmittal letters, and other legal documents
    • File summonses and complaints, and work with vendors to effectuate service
    • Prepare comprehensive discovery requests and responses, beyond form interrogatories
    • Coordinate and schedule depositions
    • Track and monitor client files, calendars, and provide status updates
    • Perform extensive internal and online legal research (court rules and procedures)
    • Assist with trial preparation, including trial binders, exhibits, coordinate with experts, opposing counsel, and court staff
    • Prepare and manage motion work and filings, ensuring thoroughness and accuracy
    • Be proactive and demonstrate a self-starter attitude, taking initiative in all tasks
    • Projects as assigned


    Qualifications:

    • 5+ years of paralegal experience in a plaintiff-side civil litigation practice area
    • ABA Approved Paralegal certificate is required.
    • Ability to work on-site in Emeryville, CA is required.
    • Strong knowledge of court rules and civil procedures for both Federal and California Superior Courts.
    • Proficiency with court filings.
    • Experience in preparing and managing motion work and filings.
    • Must be able to prepare, format, and edit legal documents such as pleadings, including TOCs/TOAs.
    • Extensive experience in preparing and managing discovery requests and responses, beyond basic form interrogatories.
    • Significant experience assisting in trial preparation, including creating pre-trial documents, binders, and coordinating trial logistics.
    • Ability to perform extensive legal research
    • Strong command of technology, including various computer programs and legal software.
    • Excellent communication skills for coordinating and scheduling depositions, and liaising with clients, attorneys, and court staff.
    • Highly organized with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
    • Demonstrated ability to be a self-starter and take initiative in completing tasks.

    This is a contract-to-hire position, offering an excellent opportunity for career growth under the mentorship of experienced attorneys and the support of a national firm. Apply today!

    Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use.

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