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Robert Half Civil Litigation Paralegal/Legal Assistant in Santa Cruz, California

Description

A California-based real estate law office, with a strong focus on civil litigation, mediation, and transactional law, is looking to hire an experienced Remote Paralegal/Legal Assistant. The firm represents both plaintiffs and defendants and balances a busy schedule with various ongoing cases. This is a fully remote, part-time role and the successful candidate may sit in any time zone. (Please note that the firm operates on Pacific Time.)

Working hours are quite flexible, with an anticipated initial commitment of around 5-10 hours per week. There is potential for this to increase, according to the needs of the firm and with the right assistance.

Responsibilities will encompass a variety of legal and administrative duties, including:

  • Billing and invoicing

  • Direct communication with clients

  • Managing attorney and court schedules

  • Responding to discovery

  • Assembling and organizing exhibits, evidence, and filings

  • Drafting pleadings such as complaints, answers, and motions

  • Conducting case law research and providing concise summaries of case files

    Requirements

  • Minimum of five years of experience in California civil litigation, the discovery process, court forms, and related legal systems

  • High degree of organizational and time management skills

  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

  • Proficiency in Rocket Matter for billing is preferred but not required

  • Working knowledge of real estate law will be considered an advantage

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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-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.

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