Secretary/Paralegal
Menlo Park, CA Direct-Hire $105000.00 - $115000.00 Hybrid

Job Description
The firm maintains a commitment to excellence that is supported through the enjoyment of working together in a culture of collaboration and mentorship. We are seeking a Legal Assistant/Paralegal to assist our Real Estate, Land Use and Litigation attorneys.
Responsibilities

· Support residential and commercial purchase/sale, and leasing agreements, easement agreements

· Coordinate signings, notary and recordings

· Assist with Public Records Act requests; city and county ACCELA permitting, zoning and mapping research, production

· Assist with property information seeking; TitlePro

Litigation Support

· Format, e-file, and e-serve pleadings and discovery in state and federal courts; coordinate service of process

· Maintain discovery calendars, organize document productions, and prepare hearing/trial binders (electronic and hard copy)

· Arrange court reporters/videographers; assist with exhibit lists and witness logistics

Administrative Duties

· Manage calendars, coordinate meetings, hearings, closings, and public meetings

· Prepare, format, and proofread correspondence, memoranda, and pleadings; apply firm styles

· Open new matters, maintain client files (electronic and paper), and ensure document control

· Prepare and send legal services agreements and run client conflict checks

· Track deadlines, court/agency dates, and internal milestones; maintain tickler systems and reminders

· Enter attorney time, as needed, and assist with client LEDES billing (invoices, edits)

· Liaise with clients, opposing counsel, agencies, consultants, and vendors with professional discretion

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Reference: JN -022026-416246