Paralegal / Legal Assistant

Description Robert Half is recruiting a Paralegal or Legal Assistant for a premier plaintiff-side personal injury litigation law firm in San Franciscou2019s Financial District (near BART/MUNI/ferries). The Paralegal/Legal Assistant plays a pivotal role in assisting the attorneys with case management and court filings, calendaring for the litigation docket, maintaining electronic case files, and working with clients to gather information and documents for discovery. A good candidate is organized, diligent, can work both independently and as part of a team, and is passionate about helping individual and family clients achieve justice and full recovery. Principle responsibilities: u2022 Communicate with clients in person, over the phone, and via email; u2022 Assist with drafting, formatting, proofreading, and finalizing correspondence, pleadings, demand letters, mediation briefs, and other legal documents; u2022 Prepare and serve discovery; u2022 File pleadings with both state and Federal trial courts; u2022 Perform administrative duties, such as maintaining lawyersu2019 calendars, scheduling depositions and entering deadlines to the master calendar; u2022 Process and handle incoming subpoenas and obtain medical records, including medical billing; u2022 Create and maintain digital case files for each client; u2022 Screen, process, direct, and prioritize incoming calls, emails, and mail; and u2022 Take initiative to manage law firm marketing efforts. Desired qualifications: u2022 2+ years litigation legal assistance experience, with some plaintiffsu2019 PI law experience; u2022 College degree, and preferably a Paralegal Certificate; u2022 Knowledge of state and Federal (ECF / PACER) e-filing platforms and service processers (OneLegal), local court rules, and calendaring deadlines; u2022 Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English is a plus factor; u2022 Good writing (including editing and proofreading) and verbal communication skills; u2022 Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, incl. ability to handle multiple projects; and u2022 Solid word processing experience (MS Office Suite and Adobe) and database software proficiency (Dropbox and Filevine are a plus). This is a terrific direct-hire opportunity with a collaborative and easygoing boutique law firm. Our client is offering a base salary range of $55,000 u2013 85,000+/year, depending on experience, for a regular 35-hour workweek (7-hour workday). Some overtime available, but itu2019s not common. There is bonus compensation and employment benefits including medical insurance plan coverage, 401k Plan, 3 weeks of paid time off (PTO), and paid firm holidays. The attorneys are flexible about occasionally changing schedule to attend to personal appointments. For confidential consideration, please email resume to Jon Lucchese, VP & Sr. Recruiting Mgr. - Permanent Placement Services Practice, at jon.luccheseu2039atu203aroberthalfu2039dotu203acom . Thank you Requirements u2022 Minimum of 2 years of experience in litigation support, with exposure to plaintiff-side personal injury cases preferred. u2022 Bachelor's degree required; Paralegal Certificate preferred. u2022 Proficiency in state and federal e-filing platforms and familiarity with court rules and calendaring deadlines. u2022 Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English is a plus. u2022 Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills. u2022 Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. u2022 Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and familiarity with case management systems like Dropbox or Filevine. Robert Half is the worldu2019s 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. Robert Half will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. 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. u00a9 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 u201cApply Now,u201d youu2019re agreeing to Robert Halfu2019s Terms of Use ( and Privacy Notice (.

Created: 2026-01-28