Paralegal Careers

Since 1975, the Paralegal Studies program has built strong connections with the legal community in the Bay Area and beyond. Through this network and SFSU’s longstanding alumni community, students and graduates have access to a wide range of job listings and career opportunities.

Job Listings

Job Type

Full Time

Job Title

Receptionist/Paralegal

Compensation

$50,000 plus

Location

San Francisco

Job Description

The receptionist / paralegal job responsibilities include:

-Client intake

-Answering phone calls

-Preparing immigration forms

-Other duties as assigned

Contact

Interested candidates can send a resume and cover letter to Connie Chan via email: cc@connieychan.com

Employer

Connie Chan & Associates, P.C.

Company Description

Boutique immigration law firm

Job Type

Full Time

Job Title

Administrative Assistant

Compensation

$60,000

Location

Palo Alto, CA

Job Description

Our client, a respected Palo Alto law firm, is seeking a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support daily operations. This is a great opportunity for a professional who thrives in a team-oriented environment and enjoys a blend of administrative, operational, and client service responsibilities. This role offers strong growth potential, with the opportunity to evolve.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide a wide range of administrative and office support services, including hospitality, mail handling, and supply management
  • Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail and messenger packages
  • Maintain inventory levels and submit supply orders as needed
  • Support file management processes, including opening and closing files and maintaining records
  • Assist with general office upkeep, including maintaining common areas and breakroom (e.g., dishwasher loading/unloading)
  • Contribute to a highly collaborative team environment and assist colleagues as needed
  • Ensure discretion and proper handling of confidential information at all times

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Prior customer service experience required; law firm or professional services environment preferred
  • Strong administrative and secretarial skill set
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • High attention to detail and strong organizational ability
  • Demonstrated punctuality, reliability, and dependability
  • Professional demeanor with the ability to interact tactfully and respectfully with others
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and perform effectively under pressure
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Experience with document and file management systems is a plus

🌟 Key Attributes for Success:

  • Positive attitude and approachable demeanor
  • Strong sense of accountability and ability to work independently
  • Willingness to support team members and contribute to a collaborative culture
  • High level of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive information
  • Flexibility to adapt as responsibilities evolve to meet business needs

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

Contract

Job Title

Litigation Docketing Specialist

Compensation

$40-$49.50, depending on experience

Location

Remote (U.S.-based)

Job Description

Beacon Hill's client, an Am Law 200 firm, is seeking a temporary Litigation Docketing Specialist to support their team while a team member is on leave. This role requires litigation docketing experience in a law firm or legal department, including experience in at least one of the following jurisdictions: Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, or Washington.

• Location: Remote (U.S.-based). Must be available Monday–Friday for 8-hour days, with overlap from 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM Mountain Time

• Start: ASAP

• Duration: 2–3 months, with potential for extension

• Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday–Friday, 8-hour days)

• Pay: $40-$49.50/hour, depending on experience

Qualifications:

• 1+ year of litigation docketing experience in a law firm or legal department, with experience in at least one of the following jurisdictions: AZ, CA, CO, NV, or WA.

• Experience using rule-based calendaring software (CourtAlert is a plus).

• Comfortable using Microsoft Office, such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Communicate clearly and respectfully with attorneys and team members at all levels.

• Ability to organize your day, manage deadlines, and remain flexible when priorities shift.

• Enjoy problem-solving and researching answers when faced with new challenges.

• Work well both independently and as part of a team.

• Approach work with reliability, professionalism, and a collaborative spirit.

• Curious and open to learning new technologies, and excited to grow with a supportive team.

Responsibilities:

• Enter and update court dates, deadlines, and events in the firm's docketing system with accuracy and care.

• Review pleadings, motions, and other legal documents to ensure all information is complete and correct.

• Partner with attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants to make sure filings are submitted on time.

• Check docket entries for accuracy and confirm that deadlines meet court and jurisdictional rules.

• Research court rules and procedures and share updates or changes with your team.

• Help improve processes and contribute ideas that make our department more efficient.

• Support team projects and other department needs as requested by the Docketing Manager.

• Work closely with colleagues in all offices to share information, answer questions, and support smooth communication across teams.

• Contribute to a positive, supportive team environment where collaboration and learning are encouraged.

• Other duties/special projects as assigned.

Contact

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply with an updated resume in Word format to legalsf@bhsg.com. Please include all relevant experience, licensure, and location (city, state, and zip code) on your resume. Those selected for next steps in our process will be contacted by a recruiter. We look forward to hearing from you!

Employer

Beacon Hill

Website

Beacon Hill Jobs

Company Description

Beacon Hill was founded to set a new standard in search, career placement, and flexible staffing.

Our niche brands provide direct hire, executive search, contract and temporary staffing, contract consulting and temp/contract-to-hire solutions to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever-changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Government Services, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences, Beacon Hill Technologies and OneBeacon by visiting www.bhsg.com.

Job Type

Contract

Job Title

Litigation Docketing Specialist

Compensation

$40-$49.50, depending on experience

Location

Remote (U.S.-based)

Job Description

Beacon Hill's client, an Am Law 200 firm, is seeking a temporary Litigation Docketing Specialist to support their team while a team member is on leave. This role requires litigation docketing experience in a law firm or legal department, including experience in at least one of the following jurisdictions: Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, or Washington.

• Location: Remote (U.S.-based). Must be available Monday–Friday for 8-hour days, with overlap from 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM Mountain Time

• Start: ASAP

• Duration: 2–3 months, with potential for extension

• Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday–Friday, 8-hour days)

• Pay: $40-$49.50/hour, depending on experience

Qualifications:

• 1+ year of litigation docketing experience in a law firm or legal department, with experience in at least one of the following jurisdictions: AZ, CA, CO, NV, or WA.

• Experience using rule-based calendaring software (CourtAlert is a plus).

• Comfortable using Microsoft Office, such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Communicate clearly and respectfully with attorneys and team members at all levels.

• Ability to organize your day, manage deadlines, and remain flexible when priorities shift.

• Enjoy problem-solving and researching answers when faced with new challenges.

• Work well both independently and as part of a team.

• Approach work with reliability, professionalism, and a collaborative spirit.

• Curious and open to learning new technologies, and excited to grow with a supportive team.

Responsibilities:

• Enter and update court dates, deadlines, and events in the firm's docketing system with accuracy and care.

• Review pleadings, motions, and other legal documents to ensure all information is complete and correct.

• Partner with attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants to make sure filings are submitted on time.

• Check docket entries for accuracy and confirm that deadlines meet court and jurisdictional rules.

• Research court rules and procedures and share updates or changes with your team.

• Help improve processes and contribute ideas that make our department more efficient.

• Support team projects and other department needs as requested by the Docketing Manager.

• Work closely with colleagues in all offices to share information, answer questions, and support smooth communication across teams.

• Contribute to a positive, supportive team environment where collaboration and learning are encouraged.

• Other duties/special projects as assigned.

Contact

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply with an updated resume in Word format to legalsf@bhsg.com. Please include all relevant experience, licensure, and location (city, state, and zip code) on your resume. Those selected for next steps in our process will be contacted by a recruiter. We look forward to hearing from you!

Employer

Beacon Hill

Website

Beacon Hill Jobs

Company Description

Beacon Hill was founded to set a new standard in search, career placement, and flexible staffing.

Our niche brands provide direct hire, executive search, contract and temporary staffing, contract consulting and temp/contract-to-hire solutions to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever-changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Government Services, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences, Beacon Hill Technologies and OneBeacon by visiting www.bhsg.com.

Job Type

Contract

Job Title

Litigation Docketing Specialist

Compensation

$40-$49.50, depending on experience

Location

Remote (U.S.-based)

Job Description

Beacon Hill's client, an Am Law 200 firm, is seeking a temporary Litigation Docketing Specialist to support their team while a team member is on leave. This role requires litigation docketing experience in a law firm or legal department, including experience in at least one of the following jurisdictions: Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, or Washington.

• Location: Remote (U.S.-based). Must be available Monday–Friday for 8-hour days, with overlap from 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM Mountain Time

• Start: ASAP

• Duration: 2–3 months, with potential for extension

• Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday–Friday, 8-hour days)

• Pay: $40-$49.50/hour, depending on experience

Qualifications:

• 1+ year of litigation docketing experience in a law firm or legal department, with experience in at least one of the following jurisdictions: AZ, CA, CO, NV, or WA.

• Experience using rule-based calendaring software (CourtAlert is a plus).

• Comfortable using Microsoft Office, such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Communicate clearly and respectfully with attorneys and team members at all levels.

• Ability to organize your day, manage deadlines, and remain flexible when priorities shift.

• Enjoy problem-solving and researching answers when faced with new challenges.

• Work well both independently and as part of a team.

• Approach work with reliability, professionalism, and a collaborative spirit.

• Curious and open to learning new technologies, and excited to grow with a supportive team.

Responsibilities:

• Enter and update court dates, deadlines, and events in the firm's docketing system with accuracy and care.

• Review pleadings, motions, and other legal documents to ensure all information is complete and correct.

• Partner with attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants to make sure filings are submitted on time.

• Check docket entries for accuracy and confirm that deadlines meet court and jurisdictional rules.

• Research court rules and procedures and share updates or changes with your team.

• Help improve processes and contribute ideas that make our department more efficient.

• Support team projects and other department needs as requested by the Docketing Manager.

• Work closely with colleagues in all offices to share information, answer questions, and support smooth communication across teams.

• Contribute to a positive, supportive team environment where collaboration and learning are encouraged.

• Other duties/special projects as assigned.

Contact

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply with an updated resume in Word format to legalsf@bhsg.com. Please include all relevant experience, licensure, and location (city, state, and zip code) on your resume. Those selected for next steps in our process will be contacted by a recruiter. We look forward to hearing from you!

Employer

Beacon Hill

Website

Beacon Hill Jobs

Company Description

Beacon Hill was founded to set a new standard in search, career placement, and flexible staffing.

Our niche brands provide direct hire, executive search, contract and temporary staffing, contract consulting and temp/contract-to-hire solutions to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever-changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Government Services, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences, Beacon Hill Technologies and OneBeacon by visiting www.bhsg.com.

Job Type

Contract

Job Title

Litigation Docketing Specialist

Compensation

$40-$49.50, depending on experience

Location

Remote (U.S.-based)

Job Description

Beacon Hill's client, an Am Law 200 firm, is seeking a temporary Litigation Docketing Specialist to support their team while a team member is on leave. This role requires litigation docketing experience in a law firm or legal department, including experience in at least one of the following jurisdictions: Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, or Washington.

• Location: Remote (U.S.-based). Must be available Monday–Friday for 8-hour days, with overlap from 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM Mountain Time

• Start: ASAP

• Duration: 2–3 months, with potential for extension

• Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday–Friday, 8-hour days)

• Pay: $40-$49.50/hour, depending on experience

Qualifications:

• 1+ year of litigation docketing experience in a law firm or legal department, with experience in at least one of the following jurisdictions: AZ, CA, CO, NV, or WA.

• Experience using rule-based calendaring software (CourtAlert is a plus).

• Comfortable using Microsoft Office, such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Communicate clearly and respectfully with attorneys and team members at all levels.

• Ability to organize your day, manage deadlines, and remain flexible when priorities shift.

• Enjoy problem-solving and researching answers when faced with new challenges.

• Work well both independently and as part of a team.

• Approach work with reliability, professionalism, and a collaborative spirit.

• Curious and open to learning new technologies, and excited to grow with a supportive team.

Responsibilities:

• Enter and update court dates, deadlines, and events in the firm's docketing system with accuracy and care.

• Review pleadings, motions, and other legal documents to ensure all information is complete and correct.

• Partner with attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants to make sure filings are submitted on time.

• Check docket entries for accuracy and confirm that deadlines meet court and jurisdictional rules.

• Research court rules and procedures and share updates or changes with your team.

• Help improve processes and contribute ideas that make our department more efficient.

• Support team projects and other department needs as requested by the Docketing Manager.

• Work closely with colleagues in all offices to share information, answer questions, and support smooth communication across teams.

• Contribute to a positive, supportive team environment where collaboration and learning are encouraged.

• Other duties/special projects as assigned.

Contact

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply with an updated resume in Word format to legalsf@bhsg.com. Please include all relevant experience, licensure, and location (city, state, and zip code) on your resume. Those selected for next steps in our process will be contacted by a recruiter. We look forward to hearing from you!

Employer

Beacon Hill

Website

Beacon Hill Jobs

Company Description

Beacon Hill was founded to set a new standard in search, career placement, and flexible staffing.

Our niche brands provide direct hire, executive search, contract and temporary staffing, contract consulting and temp/contract-to-hire solutions to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever-changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Government Services, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences, Beacon Hill Technologies and OneBeacon by visiting www.bhsg.com.

Job Type

Full Time

Job Title

Senior Paralegal

Compensation

$75,000 - $90,000

Location

Berkeley, CA

Job Description

As the Senior Paralegal, you will carry substantive responsibility as you collaborate with colleagues across our firm’s practice areas: white-collar criminal defense, federal government and regulatory investigations, complex commercial litigation (primarily defense-side), and corporate internal investigations.

Discovery Management and Fact Development

- Manage the full e-discovery lifecycle by directing collections and coordinating e-discovery hosting, primarily on Relativity and Goldfynch. Review documents to craft case narratives, chronologies, and identify exculpatory material.

Litigation Support

- Assist in drafting motions, pleadings, and memos. Format, cite-check, and Bluebook filings.

- Prepare tables of contents and tables of authorities. E-file via CM/ECF or state court portals.

Administrative Support

- Manage case files and handle day-to-day office responsibilities, including incoming office calls.

Corporate Investigations

- Support internal investigations, including document preservation and collection, document review, and witness interview preparation.

Trials

- Manage exhibits, coordinate witness logistics, and provide courtroom support using trial-presentation software. 

Contact

Please email a resume, cover letter, writing sample, and a list of three references to info@ehrlich-craig.com. Submit any writing sample that demonstrates your analytic ability. The complete PDF application packet should be named: “Last Name, First Name.” No phone calls, please.

Employer

Ehrlich & Craig LLP

Website

Ehrlich & Craig LLP

Company Description

At Ehrlich & Craig, we represent clients from all over the world in their most sensitive, high-stakes matters, often when personal liberty, professional reputations, and livelihoods are at stake. Over the past two decades, we have earned a national reputation for superb judgment, meticulous preparation, tenacious advocacy, and outstanding results.

We build our teams on diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We are looking for a Senior Paralegal who shares that conviction.

Job Type

Full Time

Job Title

Paralegal and/or lLegal Assistant

Compensation

Market rate by experience

Location

San Francisco, California

Job Description

Seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Paralegal or Legal Assistant to join our team full-time in our SF office. This is a key role supporting attorneys in a fast-paced, high-level practice handling complex family law matters. We are looking for someone who is proactive, reliable, and takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality work.

Contact

Interested candidates can send a resume and cover letter to Sarah Nusinow (snusinow@kayemoser.com)

Employer

Kaye Moser Hierbaum Ford LLP

Website

Kaye Moser Hierbaum Ford LLP

Company Description

Boutique Familly Law office that values professionalism, efficiency, and a supportive work environment. This is an opportunity to play a meaningful role and work closely with experienced attorneys on sophisticated matters.

Job Type

Part Time

Job Title

Part-time Paralegal Position: Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts & Probate Practice

Compensation

To be determined and discussed directly with interested candidates

Location

Mammoth Lakes & Bishop, CA — In‑person, hybrid, or remote options available

Job Description

Our practice has experienced significant growth, and the volume of client work has become more than one sole practitioner can manage. I am seeking a paralegal — whether a student completing their program, a recent graduate, or an experienced professional — to assist with the day-to-day demands of an active estate planning and probate caseload. Primary responsibilities will include:

-Drafting estate planning documents including wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, and advance health care directives under attorney supervision

-Assisting with trust administration matters including correspondence, asset inventories, and coordination with financial institutions

-Preparing and organizing probate filings, court documents, and related correspondence

-Communicating with clients in a professional, compassionate manner

-Maintaining organized case files and deadlines using legal case management systems

Key Details

Position Type: Part-time (hours and schedule to be negotiated with the right candidate)

Location: Flexible — in-person at our Mammoth Lakes and/or Bishop, CA offices, fully remote, or a hybrid arrangement, depending on the candidate's preference and situation

Compensation: To be determined and discussed directly with interested candidates

Experience Level: Open to students completing their paralegal program, recent graduates, and experienced paralegals alike

Skills of Particular Interest: Estate planning or probate coursework or experience; strong legal writing and drafting skills; client-facing communication skills; familiarity with legal software or case management systems

Future Opportunity: As the practice continues to grow, there may be opportunities for expanded responsibilities over time

Contact

Interested candidates can send a resume and cover letter to Linda D. Hess via email: lindadhesslaw@gmail.com.

Because details including compensation, scheduling, and the in-person/remote arrangement will be tailored to the right candidate, I warmly encourage interested students and graduates to reach out even if some specifics are still open. Please contact me directly to introduce yourself and discuss the position.

Employer

Law Offices of Linda D. Hess

Website

Law Offices of Linda D. Hess

Company Description

My firm serves clients throughout the Eastern Sierra region from offices in Mammoth Lakes and Bishop, California. The practice specializes exclusively in estate planning, wills and trusts, trust administration, and probate — making this an ideal opportunity for a paralegal who wants to develop genuine depth and expertise in this area of law. The communities we serve are close-knit and place a high value on personalized, relationship-driven service. The position offers the rare chance to work closely with an experienced practitioner in a focused specialty practice.

Job Type

Full Time

Job Title

Paralegal, Real Estate

Compensation

$100, 000 - $150,000, depending on experience

Location

San Francisco

Job Description

Real Estate Paralegal – Confidential Law Firm Client

Our client, a highly regarded law firm with a sophisticated commercial real estate practice, is seeking an experienced Real Estate Paralegal. This is a high‑impact role supporting attorneys on complex real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, financings, and leasing matters. Ideal for a senior‑level paralegal who thrives in a fast‑paced, transactional environment.

Role Highlights:

-Supports attorneys throughout the full lifecycle of commercial real estate transactions

-Heavy exposure to loan transactions, purchase and sale agreements, leasing, title, survey, zoning, and entity management

-Works closely with attorneys, title companies, lenders, and clients

-Opportunity to handle high‑value, sophisticated deals

-Stable, collaborative firm environment with long‑term career potential

Core Responsibilities:

Transactional & Closing Support

-Prepare and manage closing checklists for loan and purchase/sale transactions

-Draft and review agreements and amendments based on LOI terms

-Review documents for accuracy, missing information, and execution readiness

-Assemble exhibits, prepare closing instructions, and coordinate closings

-Coordinate settlement statements with title companies and clients

Title, Survey & Zoning

-Review title reports and exception documents; prepare title memoranda and objections

-Request and negotiate pro forma lender and owner title policies

-Review surveys and zoning reports; coordinate revisions with consultants

Leasing

-Prepare first drafts of leases, amendments, consents, and broker agreements

-Entity & Organizational Work

-Prepare and file entity formation and qualification documents

-Order and review certified documents and good‑standing certificates

-Prepare consents, resolutions, and obtain EINs

-Coordinate with service providers and manage multi‑state entity filings

Post‑Closing

-Prepare signature packets and supervise execution when needed

-File UCC financing statements and related documents

-Follow up on recorded documents and title policies

-Prepare and organize closing binders

Candidate Profile:

-Five or more years of commercial real estate paralegal experience (law firm required)

-Strong background in real estate finance and/or purchase and sale transactions

-Must meet California statutory paralegal requirements

-Bachelor’s degree preferred

-Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple deals concurrently

-Strong communication skills and professional judgment

-Willingness to work overtime or adjusted hours for transaction deadlines

-Proficiency in Microsoft Office

-California Notary Public (or ability to obtain within 6 months)

Compensation

-Base salary range: $100,000 – $150,000

-Competitive benefits package

-Final compensation depends on experience, skills, and location

Contact

Interested candidates can send a resume and cover letter to Janice Shepherd at Access Talent Solutions 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, Exempt

Job Title

Eviction Defense (UD) Housing Paralegal

Compensation

Starting compensation for a legal assistant is $70,500-$86,500; for a paralegal, it's $72,500-$88,500.

Location

San Francisco, CA/Hybrid, (3 days minimum in office)

Job Description

About Us:

“It always seems impossible until it’s done.” - Nelson Mandela

We believe that even the biggest problems can be broken down into small, achievable steps. Poverty and access to justice are part of the same problem. And to solve this, we just need to discover what the steps are. At Open Door Legal, we’re pioneering the country’s first system of universal access to civil legal representation to dramatically reduce poverty and prove that the law really can belong to all of us. We’ve grown 100x since our founding, and in the next 3 years, we hope to finish scaling across San Francisco and eventually become a model across the country. To achieve this ambitious goal, we’ve created an award-winning and best-in-class legal aid organization full of creative, results-oriented people.

We believe that injustice is the heart of poverty, and we're looking for someone to help us make a systemic impact on how we, as a society, ensure justice for all.

Overview of Position:

We are hiring an Eviction Defense (UD) Housing Paralegal/Legal Assistant to provide critical support to our housing team. We help low-income families stay in their homes and prevent homelessness. Even with positive legal outcomes, our clients can face a lot of confusion, fear, and anxiety over the next steps regarding their housing and cases. The Housing Paralegal/Legal Assistant is going to help clients navigate their legal journey with us as well as be a crucial part of building successful cases. Overall, this position is intended to be a challenging yet extremely rewarding experience for someone looking to make a difference in clients’ lives with an innovative, results-oriented, and fast-growing organization.

Day-to-day tasks include: providing basic rights advice (with attorney supervision, assisting with intakes, completing court forms for clients’ cases, triaging potential clients, coordinating timely service of process, physically filing documents at San Francisco Superior Court, communicating case progress to clients, and follow-up communications with clients including drafting letters and other correspondence.

You will be the paralegal/legal assistant for the eviction defense (UD) housing legal practice, working with multiple attorneys. The work is fast-paced and will require you to be organized, think critically and dynamically, and demonstrate empathy and awareness in understanding the needs of our community. This position will be in the office at least three days per week. You will report directly to our Supervising Eviction Defense Housing Attorney but will also work closely with our UD housing team.

Responsibilities:

  • Embrace and embody our mission of universal access to civil legal aid and our values of passion, grit, dynamism, caring, and teamwork to ensure that everyone in our service area, with a viable housing problem gets appropriate help, including legal representation.
  • Own a full paralegal caseload (as per team needs) and communicate with clients regarding case status, documentation needs, and next steps under attorney supervision. Draft routine client correspondence including follow-ups and case closure letters.
  • Support eviction defense (UD) housing intakes in-person and virtually across multiple physical Open Door Legal locations.
  • Draft court forms to file in court, such as fee waivers, proofs of service, sub-in and sub-outs, and other more complicated filings relevant to the Housing Team.
  • Execute timely and error-free filings and mailings, ensuring they are high-quality and within the deadline. If needed, physically go to SF Superior Court to file, deliver courtesy copies and/or pick up orders, and E-file any filings as required.
  • Work with the attorney and client to assist with fact-gathering for the client’s case using information technologies, calling possible witnesses, or business or government agencies.
  • With attorney supervision, draft pleadings, propound and respond to discovery, and assist attorneys in drafting motions.
  • Assist in providing trauma-informed legal services and help clients stay updated on their case, helping to maintain consistently positive client feedback scores. Meet clients where they are, factoring in their cultural and socio-economic backgrounds and any barriers to service.
  • Efficiently utilize Salesforce, our client management system (CMS), to document case activities, maintain detailed and accurate client records, and ensure timely record updates.
  • Commit to leading the office in representing our mission and values externally to potential clients, clients, and others, as well as internally to all teammates and volunteers. Our values are passion, grit, teamwork, caring, and dynamism.
  • Provide clear information to guests and clients regarding their case, maintaining frequent communication throughout the process.
  • Be responsible for the civil procedure tasks that support our housing attorneys in their civil litigation in San Francisco Superior Court.
  • As capacity allows, support housing team members, interns, and volunteers in meeting our organization’s mission in other ad hoc projects and tasks.
  • Provide services and support to our low-income clients with sensitivity to and awareness of cultural, socio-economic, and disability differences. Continue to ensure our clients have a positive experience with us as measured by our client feedback survey.

Requirements:

  • At least an associate’s degree or equivalent (a paralegal certificate is fine).
  • Ability to commute to any of ODL’s offices three days a week to conduct in-person intakes and meetings and support the team’s in-office needs.
  • Strong time management skills and the ability to organize time, manage diverse activities, and meet critical deadlines with minimal supervision.
  • Have a high level of comfort learning and using technology and cloud-based case management systems. We use Salesforce, Dropbox, and Google Suite.
  • Must genuinely enjoy and be motivated by working with low-income clients and be able to work competently with clients impacted by trauma (emotional, mental, and physical), including those at risk of homelessness and currently un-housed.
  • Must actively demonstrate cultural humility and sensitivity to barriers low-income residents face when attempting to access the justice system.
  • Willingness to make a minimum two-year commitment to the organization.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
  • Embrace and embody our values of teamwork, grit, caring, passion, and dynamism.

Bonus Points:

  • Previous experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, legal secretary, tenant organizer, or client advocate.
  • A paralegal certificate.
  • Comfortable translating and interpreting from English to Spanish and vice versa legal information without assistance. Also comfortable performing client support and paralegal/legal assistant tasks in Spanish.
  • Basic knowledge of California and/or San Francisco housing law.
  • Experience with filing and interacting within the San Francisco Superior Court, specifically UD forms.
  • Experience working with low-income and vulnerable populations.
  • Experience working in a high-volume direct services legal aid or similar environment.
  • Having lived a significant period of your life in San Francisco proper.

Benefits:

  • Loan Repayment Assistance - for staff pursuing 10-year public interest debt forgiveness, we will pay the minimum payment on all qualifying loans so that you don’t need to worry about student loan debt (this is a conditional benefit).
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Plan offerings at 100% coverage
  • Generous paid time off (four weeks vacation and two weeks sick/care)
  • Flexible work hours
  • Generous paid parental leave
  • 401K/Retirement Account
  • We believe everyone is always learning. We financially invest in individual professional development for each staff member and provide many internal and external mentorships, coaching, and learning opportunities (conferences, workshops, etc.).
  • We are a fun and hard-working office with best-in-class technology solutions for anyone who’s passionate about making a meaningful and measurable difference.

Open Door Legal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at whitney [at] opendoorlegal [dot] org.

Contact

Ideal Start Date: April 2026

Apply online here: Eviction Defense (UD) Housing Paralegal Application

Applications submitted prior to March 6, 2026 will receive priority consideration.

To apply, submit your cover letter and resume. You may type your cover letter into the text box or combine your cover letter and resume into one PDF document for upload.

Employer

Open Door Legal

Website

Open Door Legal

Company Description

We’re an award-winning nonprofit working to show that poverty will be dramatically reduced when everyone has access to the law.

Job Type

Full-Time, Exempt

Job Title

Community Law Paralegal (Employment Law/Public Benefits)

Compensation

Starting compensation for a legal assistant is $70,500-$86,500; for a paralegal, it's $72,500-$88,500.

Location

San Francisco, CA/Hybrid (3-4 days in-office)

Job Description

About Us:

“It always seems impossible until it’s done.” - Nelson Mandela

We believe that even the biggest problems can be broken down into small, achievable steps. Poverty and access to justice are part of the same problem. And to solve this, we just need to discover what the steps are. At Open Door Legal (ODL), we’re pioneering the country’s first system of universal access to civil legal representation to dramatically reduce poverty and prove that the law really can belong to all of us. To achieve this ambitious goal, we’ve created an award-winning and best-in-class legal aid organization full of passionate, motivated, gritty, thoughtful, and team-oriented people.

We believe that injustice is the heart of poverty, and we're looking for someone to join us in having a systemic impact on how we, as a society, ensure justice for all.

Overview of Position:

We are hiring an Employment Law/Public Benefits Paralegal to provide support for our Employment Law and Public Benefits team on tasks and case management and empower guests and clients to know their rights. This will be a full-time position designed to expand the capacity of our employment and public benefits team. You would report directly to our Senior Employment Litigation Attorney. The Employment Law and Public Benefits practice group is part of the Litigation and Economic Justice Team.

Since the coronavirus pandemic struck the Bay Area and the United States, one thing has become eminently clear: that low-income individuals, families, and workers are disproportionately affected in times of crisis. Our employment team works hard to ensure that businesses and organizations are held accountable to their workers, that the benefits workers were promised come to them, and that power and agency are not taken from our low-income communities. The work is fast-paced, is high-volume, and requires you to be organized, think critically and dynamically, and demonstrate empathy and awareness in understanding the needs of our community. If you want to make a difference in clients’ lives with us, we encourage you to apply! Overall, this position is intended to be a challenging and rewarding experience for someone who is interested in using that knowledge to impact the lives of local low-income community members.

Responsibilities:

  • Embody our mission of universal access to civil legal aid and make sure that the needs of clients in our service area are met.
  • Own a full paralegal caseload (as per team needs) and communicate with clients regarding case status, documentation needs, and next steps under attorney supervision. Draft routine client correspondence including follow-ups and case closure letters.
  • Support employment law and public benefit intakes in-person and virtually across multiple physical Open Door Legal locations.
  • Request, track, and organize medical, employment and agency records for SSI/SSDI and related public benefits cases. Prepare and submit records and forms to SSA and other agencies.
  • Execute timely and error-free filings and mailings, ensuring they are high-quality and within the deadline. If needed, physically go to SF Superior Court to file, deliver courtesy copies and/or pick up orders, and E-file any filings as required.
  • Assist with filing, preparing, and readying clients for small claims hearings. Be the case manager in Salesforce and People Clerk for small claims cases and other cases under the supervision of the attorneys.
  • Work with the attorney and client to assist with fact-gathering for the client’s case using information technologies, calling possible witnesses, or business or government agencies.
  • With attorney supervision, draft pleadings, propound and respond to discovery, and assist attorneys in drafting motions.
  • Assist in providing trauma-informed legal services and help clients stay updated on their case, helping to maintain consistently positive client feedback scores. Meet clients where they are, factoring in their cultural and socio-economic backgrounds and any barriers to service.
  • Efficiently utilize Salesforce, our client management system (CMS), to document case activities, maintain detailed and accurate client records, and ensure timely record updates.
  • Commit to leading the office in representing our mission and values externally to potential clients, clients, and others, as well as internally to all teammates and volunteers. Our values are passion, grit, teamwork, caring, and dynamism.

Requirements:

  • At least an associate’s degree or equivalent (a paralegal certificate is fine).
  • Strong time management skills and the ability to organize time, manage diverse activities, and meet critical deadlines with minimal supervision.
  • Dogged perseverance in the face of bureaucratic barriers.
  • Have a high level of comfort learning and using technology and cloud-based case management systems. We use Salesforce, Dropbox, and Google Suite.
  • Must genuinely enjoy and be motivated by working with low-income clients and be able to work competently with clients impacted by trauma (emotional, mental, and physical).
  • Must actively demonstrate cultural humility and sensitivity to barriers low-income residents face when attempting to access the justice system.
  • Willingness to make a minimum two-year commitment to the organization.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Bonus Points:

  • Previous experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, legal secretary, or client advocate.
  • A paralegal certificate.
  • Basic knowledge of employment law and/or public benefits
  • Have a high level of comfort translating and interpreting from English to Spanish or Cantonese and vice versa legal information without assistance. Also comfortable performing client support and paralegal/legal assistant tasks in Spanish.
  • Experience with filing and interacting within the San Francisco Superior Court.
  • Experience working with low-income and vulnerable populations.
  • Experience working in direct services legal aid or similar environment.
  • Knowledge of other local non-profit organizations and tools for assisting low-income, underserved communities.
  • Having lived a significant period of your life in San Francisco proper.

Benefits:

  • Loan Repayment Assistance - for staff pursuing 10-year public interest debt forgiveness, we will pay the minimum payment on all qualifying loans so that you don’t need to worry about student loan debt (this is a conditional benefit).
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Plan offerings at 100% coverage
  • Generous paid time off (four weeks vacation and two weeks sick/care)
  • Flexible work hours
  • Generous paid parental leave
  • 401K/Retirement Account
  • We believe everyone is always learning. We financially invest in individual professional development for each staff member and provide many internal and external mentorships, coaching, and learning opportunities (conferences, workshops, etc.).
  • We are a fun and hard-working office with best-in-class technology solutions for anyone who is passionate about making a meaningful and measurable difference.

Ideal starting date: April 2026

Open Door Legal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law, including the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at whitney [at] opendoorlegal [dot] org.

Contact

Apply on the Open Door HR website. To apply, submit your cover letter and resume. You may type your cover letter into the text box or combine your cover letter and resume into one PDF document for upload. Applications received before March 6, 2026 will receive priority consideration.

Employer

Open Door Legal

Website

Open Door Legal

Company Description

We’re an award-winning nonprofit working to show that poverty will be dramatically reduced when everyone has access to the law.

Job Type

Full Time

Job Title

Paralegal, Strategic Advocacy Team

Compensation

Competitive Salary: $127,400–$154,804

Location

San Francisco

Job Description

Are you highly organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about making a difference? The San Francisco City Attorney’s Office is seeking a Paralegal to join our Strategic Advocacy Team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful legal work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Why Work With Us?

At the City Attorney’s Office, we value excellence, integrity, and innovation. Our team members go above and beyond—and we reward that commitment with outstanding benefits and a supportive workplace.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary: $127,400 – $154,804

• Generous Pension Plan: Secure your future with the City & County of San Francisco’s pension program

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Benefits: Prioritize your physical and mental well-being

• Paid Time Off: Because work-life balance matters

• Professional Development: Access resources to grow your career

• Modern Workplace: Collaborate in a professional environment equipped with the tools you need to succeed

What You’ll Do:

As a Paralegal on our Strategic Advocacy Team, you will:

• Assist with drafting and implementing litigation holds across various City departments.

• Assist in drafting and reviewing responsive pleadings, various discovery documents, subpoenas, legal memoranda, and correspondence.

• Assist with discovery, particularly electronic discovery, and the organization, case management, collection, review and production of documents obtained from litigants and City departments and maintained in electronic databases.

• Conduct database searches in IPRO Eclipse, Concordance, CaseMap and Text Map, and review documents within these programs for relevance, responsiveness, and privilege.

• Assist in preparing various motions and ensuring that filings are accurate, properly formatted, and filed in a timely manner.

• Assist on appeals, including assembling the record and conducting fact and legal cite checking.

• Organize and maintain a wide variety of files and records to maximize cross-team access and functionality.

• Develop and maintain trackers, logs, spreadsheets and other systems for tracking case information, federal funding information, and other data.

• Prepare and distribute meeting agendas and background material; attend meetings and prepare minutes; communicate decisions and other action items to attorneys and professional staff; follow up as necessary.

• Correspond and communicate with members of the public, external partners, vendors, attorneys, and representatives of City departments regarding assigned matters.

• Manage multiple projects and prioritize work for several different attorneys.

How to Qualify:

Minimum Qualifications

• Compliance with California Business & Professions Code Section 6450 by possessing at least one of the following:

--- A certificate of completion of a paralegal program approved by the American Bar Association.

--- A certificate of completion of a paralegal program at, or a degree from, a postsecondary institution that requires the successful completion of a minimum of 24 semester, or equivalent, units in law-related courses and that has been accredited by a national or regional accrediting organization or approved by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education.

--- A baccalaureate degree or an advanced degree in any subject, a minimum of one year of law-related experience under the supervision of an attorney who has been an active member of the State Bar of California for at least the preceding three years or who has practiced in the federal courts of this state for at least the preceding three years, and a written declaration from this attorney stating that the person is qualified to perform paralegal tasks.

--- A high school diploma or general equivalency diploma, a minimum of three years of law-related experience under the supervision of an attorney who has been an active member of the State Bar of California for at least the preceding three years or who has practiced in the federal courts of this state for at least the preceding three years, and a written declaration from this attorney stating that the person is qualified to perform paralegal tasks. This experience and training shall be completed no later than December 31, 2003.

• Five years of experience as a paralegal or legal assistant after meeting compliance requirements of California Business & Professions Code Section 6450.

What We’re Looking For:

• At least two years of experience as a paralegal or legal assistant to be litigation-focused

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Ability to analyze legal problems and perform detailed analytical work with accuracy and initiative

• Working knowledge of civil legal procedures, legal terminology, and court rules

• Adept in Microsoft Office Suite; Experience with Adobe Professional, Microsoft Teams, TextMap, Concordance, IPRO Eclipse, CaseMap, Trial Director, or other similar software

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Contact

Apply online on the SFGov website. Submit your resume to Paralegal - Strategic Advocacy Team - City Attorney's Office (8151) | City and County of San Francisco

Employer

San Francisco City Attorney's Office, City and County of San Francisco

Website

San Francisco 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, Exempt

Job Title

Family Law Paralegal/Legal Assistant

Compensation

Starting compensation (annually) for a legal assistant is $70,500-$86,500; for a paralegal, it's $72,500-$88,500.

Location

San Franciso, CA / Hybrid (three to four days in-person minimum)

Job Description

About Us:

“It always seems impossible until it’s done.” - Nelson Mandela

We believe that even the biggest problems can be broken down into small, achievable steps. Poverty and access to justice are part of the same problem. And to solve this, we just need to discover what the steps are. At Open Door Legal (ODL), we’re pioneering the country’s first system of universal access to civil legal representation to dramatically reduce poverty and prove that the law really can belong to all of us. To achieve this ambitious goal, we’ve created an award-winning and best-in-class legal aid organization full of passionate, motivated, gritty, thoughtful, and team-oriented people.

We believe that injustice is the heart of poverty, and we're looking for someone to join us in having a systemic impact on how we, as a society, ensure justice for all.

Overview of Position:

As the Family Law Paralegal, you will provide critical support to our family law team by ensuring all of our family law clients receive excellent legal services. Our family practice team helps to heal families and communities, reduce conflict, and set our clients (and their children) up for future success. 

Our unique and innovative model of practice involves advising and representing both men and women in all areas of family law and victim’s rights, including child custody and visitation, child support and parentage, divorce, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, guardianship, adoption, victim compensation, and protection of rights pursuant to Marsy’s Law. Our clients are incredibly brave and resilient, and we seek to support them when they face an intense or contentious case in court.

Day-to-day tasks include: providing basic rights advice (with attorney supervision), conducting intakes, completing court forms for clients’ cases, triaging potential clients, coordinating service of process, physically filing documents at SF Superior Court, e-filing documents, communicating case progress to clients, and communicating with clients, including drafting letters and other correspondence. 

You will be the paralegal for the entire family law practice and will be working with multiple attorneys. You will be providing support for the entire practice’s caseload and also managing your own individual caseload. The work is fast-paced and will require you to be organized and self-managed, think critically and dynamically, and demonstrate empathy and awareness in understanding the needs of our community. 

Overall, this position is intended to be a challenging yet extremely rewarding experience for someone looking to make a difference in clients’ lives with an innovative, results-oriented, and fast-growing organization.

Responsibilities:

  • Embrace and embody our mission of universal access to civil legal aid and ensure that everyone in our service area with a viable family law issue gets appropriate help, including legal advice and representation.
  • Be responsible for your own caseload of clients, with attorney supervision.
  • Support our growing Family Law team (currently one managing attorney and three staff attorneys) and interns/fellows/volunteers.
  • Execute timely filings (including drafting and compiling forms to file in court, such as fee waivers, proofs of service, and other standard filings) and mailings, ensuring they are high-quality and within the deadline. Communicate with the clerks about scheduling or filing issues. E-file and physically go to SF Superior Court (400 McAllister St.) 1-3 times a week to file, deliver courtesy copies, and/or pick up orders.
  • Oversee service of process (personal, substitute, and mail). Understand the civil procedure behind service. Use creative methods to locate and serve evasive defendants. Coordinate with the sheriffs or private process servers to ensure personal service is completed by the deadline.
  • Work with the attorney and client to assist with discovery requests, fact-gathering for the client’s case using information technologies, calling possible witnesses, or business or government agencies.
  • Review documents with clients and obtain their informed signatures.
  • Provide clients’ rights counseling and case management, including maintaining and providing necessary follow-up with clients.
  • Commit to leading the office in representing our mission and values externally to potential clients, clients, and others as well as internally to all teammates and volunteers. Our values are passion, grit, teamwork, caring, and dynamism.
  • Provide services and support to our low-income clients with humility and awareness of cultural, socio-economic, and disability differences.

Requirements:

  • At least an associate’s degree or equivalent work experience. A paralegal certificate or declaration is required for a paralegal designation.
  • Strong time management skills and the ability to handle quick timelines, manage diverse activities, and meet critical deadlines with minimal supervision.
  • Strong time-management skills and the ability to organize case tasks, manage diverse activities, and meet critical deadlines with minimal supervision.
  • Must actively demonstrate cultural humility and sensitivity to barriers low-income residents face when attempting to access the justice system.
  • Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
  • Demonstrated understanding of how to effectively provide trauma-informed advocacy for clients in crisis, including those experiencing domestic violence.
  • Hybrid position: minimum of three days in-office in one or more of our Open Door Legal office locations.
  • Have a high level of comfort learning and using technology and cloud-based case management systems. We use Salesforce, Dropbox, and Google Suite.

Bonus Points:

  • Comfortable translating and interpreting from English to Spanish and vice versa legal information without assistance. Also comfortable performing client support and paralegal/legal assistant tasks in Spanish.
  • Previous experience working with family law issues (custody and visitation, dissolution, domestic violence).
  • Previous experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, legal secretary, or client advocate.
  • Experience with filing and interacting within the San Francisco Superior Court.
  • Experience working with low-income and vulnerable populations.
  • Experience working in a high-volume direct services legal aid or similar environment.
  • Having lived a significant period of your life in San Francisco proper.
  • Starting compensation (annually) for a legal assistant is $70,500-$86,500; for a paralegal, it's $72,500-$88,500.

Benefits:

  • Loan Repayment Assistance - for staff pursuing 10-year public interest debt forgiveness, we will pay the minimum payment on all qualifying loans so that you don’t need to worry about student loan debt (this is a conditional benefit).
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Plan offerings at 100% coverage
  • Generous paid time off (four weeks vacation and two weeks sick/care)
  • Flexible work hours
  • Generous paid parental leave
  • 401K/Retirement Account
  • We believe everyone is always learning. We financially invest in individual professional development for each staff member and provide many internal and external mentorships, coaching, and learning opportunities (conferences, workshops, etc.).
  • We are a fun and hard-working office with best-in-class technology solutions for anyone who’s passionate about making a meaningful and measurable difference.
  • Applications submitted prior to February 23, 2026 will receive priority consideration.

Ideal Start Date: March 2026

To apply, submit your cover letter and resume.

Apply on the Open Door Legal HR Website

Open Door Legal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law including the San Francisco Fair chance Ordinance.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at whitney [at] opendoorlegal [dot] org.

Contact

To apply, submit your cover letter and resume.

Apply on the Open Door Legal HR Website

For questions, contact Noreen Lopez, Talent & Culture Manager: noreen@opendoorlegal.org

Employer

Open Door Legal

Website

Open Door Legal

Company Description

We’re an award-winning nonprofit working to show that poverty will be dramatically reduced when everyone has access to the law.

Job Type

Full Time

Job Title

Administrative Assistant

Compensation

$53,000

Location

Los Altos

Job Description

Silicon Valley law firm is hiring an Administrative Assistant to join the team. The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for overseeing the front office answering phones and greeting visitors as well as daily operational tasks related to file organization, maintenance, storage and security. 

The duties include but are not limited to opening, sorting, scanning and distributing mail daily. Sending/receiving, logging and tracking packages, including delivering outgoing mail and packages to the post office or other carrier. Creating legal files as instructed and in accordance with firm processes. Manage conference room calendars, greet clients and maintain cleanliness of conference rooms.

The Administrative Assistant’s responsibilities also include, but are not limited to, the creation, labeling, tracking, ordering, shelving and storage of electronic and paper files in accordance with Firm policies and procedures. Tasks involve data entry, scanning, hard copy filing, and communicating with Firm personnel. 

The job also includes general office duties, including copy/scan/mail projects, deliveries/errands, ordering and receipt of office supplies, maintenance and management of office equipment, light kitchen duty(tidying, filling and emptying the dishwasher, cleaning out the fridge, etc.), and special projects as requested. 

The administrative assistant is responsible for fulfilling requests by other employees and assisting when other employees are not in the office (whether resulting from time off or working from home).

This is an essential employee position and requires a physical presence in the office. It also requires lifting and carrying files and boxes up to 40 lbs., lifting/filing above head level and crouching to file at lower levels.

Contact

Interested candidates can send a resume and cover letter to Janice Shepherd via email to Janice@accesstalentsolutions.com. For questions call (415) 915-5071

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.

Resources

California law defines who may use the titles paralegal and legal assistant and sets education and continuing education standards for the profession. The SFSU Paralegal Studies Certificate meets these requirements by offering more than 24 semester units of coursework through an accredited institution. We also provide continuing education courses that meet the standards of Business and Professions Code Section 6450 et seq.

Under the law, a paralegal or legal assistant is someone employed or contracted by an attorney, law firm, corporation, government agency or other entity who performs substantial legal work under the supervision of an attorney. This definition distinguishes paralegals from legal document assistants, who provide services directly to the public and must be separately registered.

Paralegal duties may include:

  • Case planning and management
  • Legal research and client interviews
  • Drafting and analyzing legal documents
  • Collecting and organizing technical information
  • Representing clients before certain agencies when allowed by law

Employers hold high standards for paralegals. Most law firms require formal paralegal education, with larger firms often requiring a bachelor’s degree. Strong writing, communication, organizational and computer skills are also expected.

For the full legislation, see Business and Professional Code section 6450.

Access Talent Solutions
Janice Shepherd
Executive Legal Recruiter
(415) 915-5071

Rincon Search
Michelle Seifert, Esq.
Founder and Recruiter
(415) 894-0376

Robert Half Legal
Jon Lucchese
Vice President and Sr. Recruiting Manager
(415) 982-2001

Membership in the ABA is free for paralegal students. ABA members have access to over 600 widely-accredited online webinars and on-demand programs, with more programs added each month, career and networking resources and content produced by ABA Sections, Forums, Commissions and Divisions.

To join, visit the ABA Membership page and complete the following steps:

  1. On the membership page, click on the "Join Now" link.
  2. Enter your email address.
  3. Create a profile with a username and password.
  4. Customize your membership by selecting the “Others interested in the ABA” category.
  5. Enter your Legal Career Details by selecting "Student" and entering your institution name, anticipated graduation date and degree being pursued (Paralegal).
  6. Choose your free member groups.
  7. Complete your profile.

After graduation, the annual membership fee for paralegals is just $75 and paralegal faculty can join for $150 annually.

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