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The National Conflict Resolution Center (NCRC) empowers individuals, organizations and communities with the skills and resources needed to address conflict, intolerance and incivility in our society.

West Coast Resolution Group (WCRG), a division of NCRC, provides exceptional and affordable mediation services to the legal community. Our panel of experienced neutrals brings extensive expertise mediating a wide range of cases. Through this work, we continue NCRC’s mission of helping resolve conflicts in our society, one mediation at a time.

Position Overview

The Case Administrator supports WCRG by assisting with case management and providing administrative support to the case management team, mediators, attorneys, and clients. This role plays an important part in ensuring mediations run smoothly from initial setup through completion. The position includes a combination of administrative case management, client interaction, and mediation support for both remote and in-person sessions.

This is a hybrid/remote position requiring the candidate to work three days per week in the office and two days per week remotely. This schedule is subject to change as needed.

Key Responsibilities

·       Creates and organizes case file documentation in the MyCase case management software, including initial case setup with clients, attorneys, mediators, and key deadlines for payments, mediation briefs, and signatures.

·       Coordinate logistics for virtual and in-person mediations, including preparing conference rooms and managing Zoom breakout rooms.

·       Welcome mediators, attorneys, and their clients and assist with conference room or virtual room assignments.

·       Collect and track signed confidentiality agreements prior to mediation.

·       Assist in ensuring mediation briefs are submitted to the mediator before the session.

·       Prepare conference rooms for mediations and restock supplies as needed.

·       Coordinate lunch orders for mediation sessions when required.

·       Ensure department laptops and technology are functioning properly for mediations.

·       Provide light front desk support.

Qualifications

·       Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree in a related field.

·       Demonstrated experience working in a professional environment.

·       A combination of education and 2–3 years demonstrated administrative or clerical experience in an office setting will be considered.

·       Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.

·       Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.

·       Dependable, professional, and able to maintain confidentiality.

·       Experience in a legal or mediation office is preferred but not required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

·       Non-smoking, professional office environment

·       Fast paced working with multi-level distractions

COMPENSATION

·       Hourly rate range: $23-$25/hour depending on experience

·       Health insurance, 401(k), PTO and holidays

·       Downtown office with parking structure, partially paid parking

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

·       Ability to work extended hours as needed

·       This is a position with a hybrid schedule with 3 in-office workdays and 2 remote days. In-office days will be at the NCRC downtown office. Hybrid schedule is subject to change at any time at the discretion of the company.

·       Ability to attend all mandatory NCRC staff meetings and events.

BACKGROUND CHECK 

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check in accordance with applicable laws and organizational policy.

EEO & INCLUSION

NCRC is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status.

An established boutique law firm headquartered in Washington, DC, is seeking a hardworking, dedicated, and experienced Legal Assistant to join their team in DC or SF. In this role, you will play a critical role in providing both substantive and administrative support to a dedicated and mission driven group of attorneys. The ideal candidate is both “book smart” and “street smart,” enthusiastic, flexible, and able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines. If you are excited about assisting attorneys with large and small tasks championing social and legal causes that will have a big impact on their clients, this opportunity could be a great fit for you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys in organizing and managing detailed legal documents, case files, and court deadlines.
• Order supplies, liaise with third party vendors, and process expense reports.
• Document phone calls, emails, and correspondence for attorneys.
• Maintain attorneys’ calendars, schedule appointments, and coordinate travel.
• Assist with paralegal duties, including conducting research, drafting legal documents, and preparing complex court filings.
• Ad hoc administrative support, including but not limited to enhancing the firm’s public-facing marketing outlets, team event planning, and special projects related to legal and non-legal tasks.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Busy office with a work hard/play hard environment centered around promoting access to justice and equitable outcomes.
• Highly competitive compensation package and generous benefits, including a 401(k), healthcare, and transportation benefits.
• This role is fully in-office, Monday through Friday.

What We’re Looking For:

• Educated. You have a bachelor’s degree from a top university with a GPA of 3.5 or higher.
• Experienced. Minimum two (2) or more years of prior legal experience is required.
• Detailed. A keen eye for quality, knowing how critical precision is in legal cases.
• Team-oriented. You get along well with others and bring positive energy into everything you do.
• Articulate. Strong writing and editing skills are essential to being successful in this position.
• Mission-aligned. You have are a legal advocate of social justice and accountability.

Essential to Hawthorne Lane’s success is our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believe in a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

Musick, Peeler & Garrett LLP has an opening available for a Floater Litigation Legal Assistant with 3+ years of Labor & Employment experience to join the Los Angeles office. This position is full-time, non-exempt, and on-site, with hours of 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Requirements:

• Strong litigation background with knowledge of federal and state court filing rules and procedures, including experience with e-filing.
• Strong calendaring experience, including the ability to calculate, track, and maintain litigation deadlines in accordance with applicable court rules.
• Experience preparing tables of contents and tables of authorities within pleadings for court filings.
• Prior experience supporting Labor & Employment matters strongly preferred, including familiarity with Class Action, PAGA, and Wage & Hour matters.
• Exceptional proofreading and writing skills, with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong administrative, organizational, and follow-up skills, with the ability to work proactively and take initiative.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to multitask and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Collaborative and dependable team player who works well with attorneys and staff across departments.
• Ability to provide overflow support to the Labor & Employment Department and assist attorneys and Legal Assistants firmwide, as needed.

Technical Skills:

• Excellent typing, formatting, and overall computer proficiency required.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Experience working within iManage or a comparable document management system.
• Familiarity with CompuLaw, Best Authority, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and CCC Macros is preferred.

Benefits/Compensation:

We offer a collaborative and professional work environment with a competitive salary and excellent benefits. A summary of our full-time benefits includes:

• Retirement: 401(k) plan with annual employer contribution; employee deferrals available
• Healthcare: Medical (HMO/PPO options), dental, and vision coverage; Dependent coverage, domestic partners coverage is available
• Life Insurance: Group and supplemental life insurance options available
• Disability: Long-term disability and long-term care insurance options available
• Wellbeing: Employee wellbeing program, including EAP professional counseling and referral services
• Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation and sick leave; paid firm holidays
• Parking and Commuting: Parking is covered and monthly commuting allowance is offered
• Celebrations: Events for holidays, birthday commemorations, special staff acknowledgments and annual events
• Community Involvement Opportunities: Firm-sponsored community outreach opportunities are available
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)/Plans – Sections 125 and 132 plans available
• Professional Development Opportunities: On-boarding and in-house training programs, continuing learning and professional growth and development opportunities

Salary range for this position is $90K + DOE

Firm Info:

Please visit for more detailed information about our firm.

Musick, Peeler & Garrett LLP provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, age, national origin, sex or any other applicable category protected by state and/or federal laws. In addition to federal law requirements, Musick, Peeler & Garrett LLP complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the firm has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, retention, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Associate Attorney – Construction Defect Litigation

Location: Santa Ana, California

Experience Level: 0–7+ Years (Entry-level and lateral candidates encouraged to apply) Compensation: $120,000 – $190,000 depending on experience

The Opportunity

Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Attorney to join their premier Construction Defect practice group. This is a unique "any experience" opening: we are equally interested in Entry-Level Attorneys eager to build a career in a specialized field, and Lateral Associates from other litigation backgrounds (such as General Liability or PI) looking to pivot into complex, multi-party construction disputes.

For junior candidates, we provide a robust mentorship program and a clear path toward independent case handling. For experienced candidates, we offer a high-level caseload with opportunities for trial experience and client management.

Key Responsibilities

• Case Management: Manage all phases of construction defect litigation, representing developers, general contractors, or subcontractors in residential and commercial disputes.
• Discovery: Draft and respond to discovery requests, including complex document productions involving blueprints, job files, and inspection reports.
• Depositions: Prepare for and conduct depositions of plaintiffs, expert witnesses (engineers, architects), and site personnel.
• Expert Collaboration: Work closely with forensic experts to identify structural deficiencies, water intrusion issues, and standard-of-care violations.
• Advocacy: Draft and argue substantive motions (Demurrers, Summary Judgment) and attend court hearings and mediations.
• Reporting: Maintain proactive communication with insurance carriers and clients, providing clear analysis of liability and exposure.

Requirements

• Credentials: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active license in good standing with the California Bar.
• Litigation Interest: A strong desire to master the "nuts and bolts" of construction—you must be comfortable learning how buildings are built and where they fail.
• Writing Skills: Exceptional research and writing skills are required for handling the dense motion practice characteristic of construction law.
• Organization: Ability to thrive in a high-volume environment where cases involve dozens of parties and thousands of pages of technical documents.
• Travel: Willingness to attend on-site inspections and property "walk-throughs" with experts as needed.

Preferred Skills (But Not Required)

• Experience with the Right to Repair Act or similar pre-litigation statutes.
• Background in engineering, architecture, or construction management.
• Previous experience in insurance defense or general civil litigation.

Contract Litigation Attorney for Top International Law Firm

Direct Counsel is seeking a contract litigation attorney to join a top international law firm in handling high-profile litigation matters for a major technology company. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex disputes in a fast-paced and dynamic legal environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with general litigation matters, including motion practice, discovery, and trial preparation
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and memoranda
• Support discovery efforts, including document review, deposition preparation, and privilege analysis
• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple jurisdictions, including an international team based in South America
• Provide strategic case analysis on evolving legal issues
• Summarizing, analyzing documents and readouts
• Work with one of the firms’ most prestigious clients

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• 2-4 years of general litigation experience in a law firm or in-house setting
• Interest in Data Privacy
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Experience handling discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment
• Italian, German or English speaking with reading and writing fluency

Why This Role?

• Gain hands-on experience with high-profile, complex litigation matters
• An opportunity to break into data privacy practice!
• Work with top-tier attorneys at a globally recognized law firm
• Opportunity for a long-term engagement with ongoing opportunities

If you're interested in this opportunity, apply today to learn more!

Are you passionate about technology and enjoy using it to support high-stakes litigation? Do you thrive on troubleshooting, managing trial presentation tools, and ensuring attorneys have the technology they need to succeed in the courtroom? Join a law firm celebrated for its victories against some of the largest corporations in the world—led by a Managing Partner whose story is even the subject of an upcoming movie.

As our Tech Support & Trial Technology Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting the technology that powers our legal team. You’ll ensure courtroom and office technology runs smoothly, assist attorneys and staff with technical needs, and help optimize tools and processes that support litigation. Your work will help maintain efficiency, reduce disruptions, and ensure our team is fully equipped for successful case preparation and trial.

Founded in Los Angeles, California in 1985, Wisner Baum has built a distinguished reputation for pioneering legal breakthroughs, holding major corporations accountable, influencing public policy, and raising awareness on critical safety issues. With over $4 billion in verdicts and settlements, our extensive trial experience spans a broad range of practice areas, making us leaders in the field.

Outcomes You’ll Achieve

• Provide reliable day-to-day technical support to attorneys and staff, resolving hardware, software, and network issues quickly to minimize downtime and maintain productivity.
• Ensure seamless technology setup and support for trials, hearings, depositions, and presentations, including courtroom AV equipment, presentation software, and remote conferencing tools.
• Maintain and troubleshoot workstations, laptops, mobile devices, printers, and other office technology to ensure consistent performance across the organization.
• Support trial teams by preparing, testing, and managing trial technology such as presentation systems, exhibit displays, video playback, and document presentation tools.
• Monitor and maintain system functionality, escalating issues when necessary and coordinating with IT vendors or internal teams to ensure timely resolution.
• Document support requests, solutions, and procedures to improve response times and maintain an organized support process.
• Assist with technology training and guidance for attorneys and staff to ensure effective use of software, trial presentation tools, and office technology.
• Help maintain a secure technology environment by following cybersecurity best practices, protecting sensitive information, and adhering to firm policies.

What You Bring to the Table

• Education and Experience: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on technical support experience.
• Technical Support Experience: Experience providing help desk or desktop support in a professional environment, preferably in a legal or litigation setting.
• Trial Technology Support: Familiarity with trial presentation software (such as TrialDirector, OnCue, Trial Pad or similar tools), courtroom AV systems, and legal technology workflows.
• Technical Skills: Strong troubleshooting skills with Windows and Mac systems, Microsoft 365, networking basics, printers, conferencing tools, and audiovisual equipment.
• Problem Solving: Ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues quickly under time-sensitive situations, including during active trials or presentations.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to assist attorneys and staff in a clear, professional manner.
• Organization and Adaptability: Ability to manage multiple support requests, prioritize urgent issues, and adapt in fast-paced legal and trial environments.

What’s Its In For You

• Great Company Culture. We pride ourselves on our exceptional culture where your growth is not just encouraged, but actively invested in. We know that when our team members thrive, our firm thrives, and allows us to have a positive impact on our world.
• Making an Impact. We know that each and every team member plays a pivotal role in our mission. We recognize that investing in and empowering our team members leads to employees who are genuinely passionate about their work, which in turn maximizes their impact.
• Focused on your Growth. Our coaching, continuous feedback, and personalized development plans are designed to empower each team member to reach their full potential.
• Rest and Relaxation. We are committed to the well-being of our employees, and we understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. To support this, we offer generous paid holidays, sick leave, and Flexible Time Off, so that our team members may step away from work when needed.
• Health Benefits. Our employees' physical and mental well-being is of utmost importance to us. That's why we offer comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision coverage, ensuring that you have access to quality healthcare. Additionally, we provide a 401(k) plan to help you secure your financial future.

Title: Senior Employment Attorney

Location: Irvine, CA

Work Schedule: FULL REMOTE

About the client:

They are seeking an Employment Attorney to join its growing team in Irvine, CA. This role offers a remote work schedule, providing flexibility while maintaining meaningful in-office collaboration. The ideal candidate will have strong employment law experience and thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent employees in employment law matters, including:
• Wrongful termination
• Discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims
• Wage & hour disputes
• Leave of absence and accommodation issues
• Handle cases from inception through resolution, including:
• Drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery
• Taking and defending depositions
• Court appearances, mediations, and settlement negotiations

Qualifications:

• Active and good-standing member of the California State Bar
• 3+ years of experience practicing employment law plaintiff's (open to defense experience)
• Strong litigation and legal writing skills.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between [$200,000 – $250,000 annually]. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: [medical insurance] [dental insurance] [vision insurance] [401(k) retirement plan] [life insurance] [long-term disability insurance] [short-term disability insurance] [2 to 3 weeks of paid time off]

Paralegal Manager – Corporate Practice

Hybrid

A national AmLaw firm is seeking a Paralegal Manager to lead its Corporate Paralegal team supporting the Business Law practice. The position is available in Los Angeles, Houston, Dallas, New York, Washington DC, Tampa, Miami, Boston, Denver, Chicago, Milwaukee, Madison, or San Diego.

Our client is known for a culture that fosters professional growth, collaboration, and long-term careers. With more than 2,000 professionals, the firm offers the resources, leadership support, and professional environment that allow talented people to excel.

The Paralegal Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of the Corporate Paralegal team across offices, ensuring consistent, high-quality support for transactional practices. This role partners closely with the Director of Paralegals and Practice Group leadership to maximize utilization, strengthen workflows, and mentor a high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities of Paralegal Manager:

• Lead and mentor Corporate Paralegals across the firm
• Serve as liaison between attorneys, paralegals, and leadership
• Improve workflows, utilization, and operational efficiency
• Oversee recruiting, onboarding, and performance management
• Develop training programs and best practices
• Identify opportunities to integrate automation and AI tools into workflows

Qualifications of Paralegal Manager:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3+ years managing Corporate Paralegals (other specialties may be included, but a corporate transactional background is required)
• National law firm experience preferred

Locations

Madison • Miami • Milwaukee • Tampa

Chicago • Denver • Dallas • Houston • San Diego

Los Angeles • Boston • Washington, DC - New York

Salary varies by location.

This is a strong opportunity for a corporate paralegal leader who enjoys building teams, improving systems, and supporting sophisticated transactional practices.

Collins + Collins is seeking a Transactional Attorney. The candidate is required to have a minimum 4 years of experience and be a current member in good standing of the California State Bar and/or Nevada State Bar.

The Transactional Attorney will provide legal advice concerning corporate formation and governance, succession planning, real property matters; draft and negotiate transactional documents, including leases, purchase and sale agreements, licenses, right-of-entry permits, and easements. The attorney will be engaged in reviewing and negotiating service contracts, and get the opportunity to assist with various intellectual property concerns.

ABOUT COLLINS + COLLINS

Collins + Collins (C+C) is a dynamic civil litigation firm with a long tradition of steady and stable growth. Our reputation as one of the most consistently successful civil litigation firms in California did not come by accident, but rather as a team effort of Attorneys and support staff working together to meet our clients’ needs through excellent representation. Today, C+C serves clients in both litigation and transactional matters throughout California and Nevada.

Candidates are required to have a bachelor’s degree and a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school and a current member in good standing of the California State Bar and/or Nevada State Bar.

OFFICE LOCATIONS

We offer a hybrid remote work environment with offices in Pasadena (CA), Orange (CA), Rancho Cucamonga (CA), Carlsbad (CA), Walnut Creek (CA), and Las Vegas (NV).

WHY JOIN US

Get ready to think big, collaborate, and work smart!

We provide excellent mentoring and the opportunity to gain early, valuable hands-on experience. As a transactional attorney at Collins + Collins you will get to work with different clients in various industries on their business concerns and get immediate exposure with hands on experience.

Our firm culture includes good communication, teamwork, work/life balance and career development. We offer a hybrid remote work environment, continuing education program, professional development series, mentoring, competitive salary, 401(k) matching program, state bar dues, life insurance and full benefits.

For more information, please visit our website at range depends on experience: $170,000-$200,000 + eligibility for discretionary bonus program currently with $28,000 annual bonus potential.

C+C is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace as both are foundational to the firm’s culture and business. C+C fosters diversity and inclusion through ongoing recruitment efforts of diverse talent, professional development and mentoring programs to retain and promote employees, and the creation of opportunities for individuals to live up to their potential and feel included as valued members of the firm. This results in a diversity of perspectives that benefit the firm, our clients, and the legal community. The Diversity and Inclusion Committee is comprised of partners and associates with unique experiences and backgrounds. The Committee establishes initiatives and strategies to maintain a diverse workforce; supports the various needs and experiences of firm members in order to assist in advancement and promotion within the firm; and provides members of the firm opportunities for mindful engagement as well as education on diversity and inclusion issues.

Real Estate Paralegal

Locations: San Francisco, CA

Job Type: Hybrid 3 days onsite 2 days remote, Full-Time, Direct Hire

Compensation: $100,000 – $140,000 commensurate with experience, plus comprehensive benefits, along with comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, etc.

LHH is working with a global law firm seeking a Real Estate Paralegal for their San Francisco office. The Real Estate Paralegal will support attorneys in all phases of commercial real estate financing and acquisition transactions, ensuring smooth execution from due diligence through closing. This position suits an experienced transactional paralegal who works well in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys coordinating with attorneys, clients, title companies, and third‑party service providers.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys through every stage of commercial real estate financing and acquisition transactions.
• Prepare escrow instructions, conveyance documents, and a variety of ancillary loan documents, including materials related to loan payoffs and UCC filings.
• Oversee all aspects of closing coordination, such as maintaining checklists, organizing signatures, assembling closing binders, and managing post‑closing tasks.
• Request and analyze UCC, litigation, and bankruptcy searches, delivering well‑organized and concise summary reports.
• Review title documents, surveys, and zoning reports, and draft corresponding summaries or objection letters as needed.
• Liaise directly with title companies, surveyors, zoning consultants, lenders, and other external parties to ensure smooth transaction progress.
• Partner with attorneys and senior paralegals across various offices to maintain consistent and efficient workflow.
• Create and update lease abstracts as required.
• Maintain organized transaction files, compile due diligence materials, and provide support for special projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree Required
• Minimum 5+ years of paralegal experience in commercial real estate transactions
• Paralegal Certificate from an ABA‑approved program preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and document management/closing software

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