Legal Jobs in Pacheco, CA

What you will find ...

• lucrative bonus structure
• excellent benefits package
• voted US News "Best Law Firm 2026"

What you will do ...

• Litigating Business
• Pleadings, disclosures, & settlements
• Deposition, mediation, and trials

Wish list ...

• REQUIRED CA bar
• 4-8 years' litigation experience
• Titan file experience a plus
• Focus on business litigation
• Exceptional writing & communication skills

Schmid & Voiles, the dedicated law firm for the Cooperative of American Physicians, Inc. seeks a Legal Secretary to perform diverse secretarial duties in support of the Legal Department, in Walnut Creek. Our dedicated employees are the essential element to CAP's success. CAP's team of well-trained professionals with a commitment to excellence has helped deliver to our member physicians an unparalleled quality of products and services. Our corporate culture and collegial collaboration of minds and efforts is unmatched.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain attorney(s) calendar book and tickler system
• Schedule meetings with clients, experts, attorneys and co-counsel and schedule court appearances
• Review and re-index mail in OnBase for review and action by attorney and calendaring of same
• Compose correspondence and memos to request or provide information
• Contact clients to obtain desired information as requested by attorneys
• Maintain electronic confidential legal files and ensure that each file is organized and documented regarding activity
• Prepare discovery, pre-trial and trial documents for filing with court
• Schedule, calendars and coordinate all aspects of discovery initiated by plaintiff(s) and defendant(s)
• Provide legal secretarial support on either short- or long-term assignments
• Answer and screen telephone calls
• Transcribe dictation and/or type from handwritten material or rough draft copy, including correspondence relating to litigation (pleadings, court forms, reports, summaries, releases, etc.
• Assist and provide back up for other secretaries
• Maintain current knowledge of court rules
• Perform additional tasks
• Participate in department and company projects

Education and/or Experience:

• High school diploma or GED
• 7 years of defense trial, litigation experience in a similar industry
• 3 years recent California Civil litigation experience
• Trial preparation experience a must

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Good organization and communication skills
• Thorough knowledge of court procedures
• Strong initiative and ability to work independently
• Computer literate –proficient in MS Word; knowledge of case management software; type 70+ wpm

Opportunity

Our Walnut Creek office is currently seeking an attorney to join our Investigations and Title IX practice groups, which support public agencies across California. As part of this team, you will lead investigations and support public agencies on a range of issues, including employee misconduct, unlawful discrimination, retaliation, sexual harassment, Title IX violations, and more. Attorneys may also support our Labor and Employment and Student practices areas. This role requires strong analytical and communication skills.

This opportunity is ideal for attorneys who are passionate about integrity, public service, and delivering support to schools and government entities. Candidates with experience in employment law, administrative law, or internal investigations are especially encouraged to apply.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare clear, detailed, and legally sound investigative reports summarizing findings, relevant evidence, and applicable legal standards.

• Provide advice and counsel to public agency administrators on investigation protocols and compliance with public employee rights (e.g., Weingarten, Lybarger, POBR).

• Assist public agencies on Title IX matters, ensuring alignment with federal and state regulations and best practices for educational institutions.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

• Admission to the State Bar of California and in good standing.

• Thorough knowledge of Title IX, Title VII, and relevant federal and state laws governing discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in educational settings.

Salary - $120,000 - $225,000/year

Lozano Smith is committed to giving all employees the opportunity to experience meaningful, impactful work. We consider a variety of factors, including skills, qualifications, and experience, among others. We provide competitive salary, benefits, and bonus programs.

Company Description

Arias Sanguinetti | Trial Lawyers is a trial and litigation firm with offices in California and Nevada. Our philosophy as trial lawyers and class action litigators is to provide comprehensive legal services and obtain justice accountability, and results for our clients. We strive to understand our clients' personal and economic needs in order to obtain the best possible settlement and, if necessary, optimize our recovery at trial. Our litigation practice has garnered over a $1.5 billion for our clients in class and mass actions, personal injury, employment, consumer, and other matters.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Litigation Paralegal in Walnut Creek, California. The Litigation Paralegal will assist attorneys in the areas of legal document preparation, document review, legal research, pleadings, and motions.

Qualifications

• Legal Document Preparation and Document Review skills
• Legal Research skills
• Pleadings and Motions drafting skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research databases
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies or related field
• Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program is preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a litigation paralegal

Benefits and Salary

• Employer currently pays 100% of employee medical and dental premiums. (choice of PPO or HMO)
• Paid Vacation/Holidays/Sick Days. 401(k), Cash Pension Plan, Paid Parking.
• 1 day per week WFH.
• $40-50/hour DOE.

Role Description

Arias Sanguinetti | Trial Lawyers is hiring a Legal Assistant for one of our Northern California Personal Injury Teams. The Legal Assistant will assist attorneys in the areas of organizing internal files, saving mail and electronic documents, new file/client set up, records retrieval, filing and serving documents, court communications, and legal document preparation.

Qualifications

• Legal Document Preparation, including TOA/TOC and formatting
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and litigation software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Calendaring litigation deadlines
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in legal studies or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a legal assistant

Benefits and Compensation

• $31 - $35/hour DOE
• Employer currently pays 100% of employee medical and dental premiums (choice of PPO or HMO).
• Paid Vacation.
• Holidays/Sick Days. 401(k), Paid Parking.
• 1 day WFH per week.

Industry

• Law Practice

Employment Type

• Full-time

Haight Brown & Bonesteel LLP is seeking an attorney with 3 -15 years of experience in civil defense litigation to join our Walnut Creek office. This is a full-time, in-office position; we are not seeking applicants who want to work remotely. Instead, we are looking for attorneys who are eager to build a long-term career at the firm through consistent performance, leadership, and contribution.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter, able to work autonomously, and eager to learn what it takes to prepare a case for trial and second-chair by handling a handful of witnesses. We seek someone who is not just looking for a job but is committed to developing the skills and leadership qualities necessary for partnership. The candidate must have a demonstrated ability to manage all phases of litigation, including taking and defending depositions, particularly of plaintiffs and expert witnesses, drafting and responding to discovery and pleadings, preparing and arguing motions, and managing case files independently. Strong research and writing skills are a must, and the candidate must have the ability to prioritize and handle multiple cases in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Haight is a well-established California law firm with offices throughout the state. Our culture emphasizes collaboration and open communication, transparency in career development and growth opportunities, work-life balance that supports long-term success, and professional development with a clear partnership track.

Base salary range: $145,000 – $190,000 per year with an annual $20,000 bonus for those who meet the firm's quarterly billable hour requirements.

We offer a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance and flexible spending accounts.

Freeman Mathis and Gary, LLP is a rapidly growing national litigation law firm and we are seeking an enthusiastic litigation secretary to join our Walnut Creek team. We are eagerly seeking candidates who foster a teamwork mentality, have excellent communication skills, problem-solvers, and willing to take ownership of their job. Flexibility and excellent organization skills are key in our fast-paced environment. The following set of success factors describe the characteristics of those who are successful in our Firm:

• Helpful, Congenial, Personable, Positive

• Unpretentious, Approachable, Respectful, Team Oriented

• Accountable, Takes Ownership, Corrects Mistakes

• Organized, Timely, Confidential, Responsive (within 24 hours)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Draft and review legal correspondence including thoroughly proofreading for errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting
• Prepare and collect conflict of interest checks, open new files and maintain client files
• Maintain attorneys' calendars with hearing dates, filing deadlines, and other dates of importance
• Make client and client-related appointments for attorneys as necessary
• Professional demeanor with all Firm's clients, attorneys, staff and vendors. Including responding to messages and requests in a timely manner and performing job duties with enthusiasm and a genuine perceivable zest to be of service
• Familiar with state and US Federal Court Case Management/Electronic Case File (CM/ECF)/PACER system, including submission of electronic filings
• Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints with minimal supervision
• Proficient in software programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, or other similar software programs necessary to perform essential duties of the position
• Provide assistance to others within firm when requested based on priorities of current work-in-hand, promoting teamwork and mutual cooperation among all staff members

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum two years litigation secretarial experience
• Experience maintaining paperless files. iManage experience a plus
• Knowledge of service deadlines for various litigation tasks, including familiarity of the California Code of Civil Procedure
• Must successfully pass a background and drug screen

What we offer you

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
• HSA and FSA plans available for employees and dependents
• Work-life balance
• Generous PTO policy
• 401K plan including a 3% Employer Safe Harbor contribution
• 1.5% Profit Sharing contribution
• Firm paid life insurance and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Year-end bonuses and referral fee programs
• Regular firmwide socials and events
• Positive firm culture

EEO Statement

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP (FMG) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees by maintaining a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status as provided by law. FMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This position is subject to our drug‐free workplace policy, which includes the ability to pass a pre‐employment drug screen. Employees may be subject to reasonable‐suspicion drug testing in accordance with Firm policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Are you one of those special people who are motivated to win? Are you a natural "people-person" with the ability to connect to strangers? Are you driven to succeed, goal oriented and motivated by success? If so, then we want you on our team.

Here at Venardi Zurada we are a dynamic, thriving and growing plaintiff personal injury and employment law firm with offices in Walnut Creek and Oakland. We pride ourselves in providing top notch services. Clients are #1 here at Venardi Zurada and our goal is to provide an excellent customer service experience.

We are the Official Injury Attorneys of the San Francisco 49ers, Superlawyers 15 years in a row, Martindale Hubbel AV rated, featured in many news publications, as seen on KRON, FOX, NBC, Forbes, Bloomberg, the Recorder and the Daily Journal, and many million and multimillion dollar verdicts and settlements.

We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and experienced Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with exceptional organizational skills who can manage a diverse range of responsibilities and thrive in a fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional who is eager to contribute to complex legal cases and grow their career. This is an in person position M-F, 830-5.

Key Responsibilities-our paralegals complete the tasks of both a Paralegal and a Legal Assistant/Secretary.

• Ensure the timely and accurate calendaring of deadlines, court appearances, depositions, and meetings.
• Handle electronic court filings with state and federal courts.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel in a professional and effective manner.
• Draft, format, and edit legal documents, including pleadings and discovery responses.
• Manage and organize case files
• Assist attorneys with all phases of litigation, including trial preparation, preparing witness lists, and organizing exhibits.
• Support administrative tasks as needed

Qualifications

• Education: A paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program OR a bachelor's degree in any subject preferred not required
• Experience: Must have law office experience of at least 1 year. Preferred experience in the personal injury or employment field
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with legal technology and case management software and strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Soft Skills:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet tight deadlines.
• Resourceful, proactive, and capable of working independently.

Benefits and Perks

• Salary $35-50 per hour commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• 3 weeks of PTO

• PPO Healthcare, vision, dental, life insurance, and AFLAC disability plans
• Competitive compensation with annual reviews
• Opportunities for career growth and partnership
• Structured bonus opportunities
• 401(k) with automatic contributions and the potential for profit-sharing

• Draft and negotiate physician services agreements, medical director agreements, call coverage agreements, employment and independent contractor agreements, vendor contracts, business associate agreements, and other operational health care contracts.
• Draft and advise on provider acquisitions, affiliations, joint ventures, and related transaction documents.
• Structure transactions to ensure compliance with the Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, False Claims Act, and state analogs, as well as licensing and corporate practice of medicine requirements.

Miller Starr Regalia seeks to hire a litigation associate with 2-6 years of proven litigation experience. Familiarity in sophisticated commercial litigation involving real property is preferred, but not required. Candidates should possess excellent oral and written advocacy skills and be detail oriented with superior organizational skills and the ability to handle litigation matters independently. Attorneys are afforded an unlimited hybrid schedule.

Miller Starr Regalia endeavors to attract, hire and promote individuals from different backgrounds and experiences. We believe a diverse workforce leads to a greater variety of ideas, perspectives and outcomes. We provide mentoring and foster a supportive environment for attorneys at all levels of their careers to foster professional growth and advancement.

Actual compensation will depend on various factors, including relevant skills and experience. Salary is one component of Miller Starr Regalia’s total compensation package, which may also include firm-sponsored benefits and bonuses.

Freeman Mathis & Gary is a dynamic and growing 500+ lawyer national litigation firm, with thirty-nine offices in twenty-one states. We are seeking an Associate Attorney with experience in handling Commercial Litigation and Class Action matters to join our growing Walnut Creek, California office. The ideal candidate has at least 3+ years’ experience. This individual will maintain positive contact with clients, observe confidentiality of client matters, and must be team-oriented. Actual base pay within the range will also be dependent on other factors, including but not limited to, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

FMG’s Commercial Litigation/Directors & Officers Section handles disputes involving complex business or financial transactions, multi-jurisdictional claims and numerous plaintiffs and defendants. Our team includes attorneys from all of our offices who provide specialized defense for private, public and non-profit organizations.

Responsibilities:

· Provide initial analysis and develop case strategy

· Prepare and respond to discovery

· Take and defend depositions, draft motions and attend hearings

· Explain legal options to clients and bringing possible outcomes or threats to their attention.

· Build relationships with clients

· Ability to negotiate, research, and communicate verbally and in writing effectively.

Requirements:

· Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school.

· In good standing and able to practice law in the state of California

· Strong critical thinking skills and solid academic background.

· Strong sense of urgency about problem solving, meeting deadlines and achieving goals

· Knowledgeable, attentive, and proactive.

· Excellent communicator, negotiator, public speaker, and problem solver.

· Self-motivated, and goal oriented with a track record of meeting billable hours goals.

· Inclined to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.

· Detail oriented, organized and effective.

· Professional and can get along with people; communicates well with staff.

· Computer skills: Microsoft Word and Outlook.

· Experience with iManage and/or OneDrive a plus.

What we offer:

· Competitive compensation.

· Opportunity for growth and advancement within the Firm.

· Speaking and writing opportunities.

· Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision.

· Bar expenses paid by Firm.

· HSA and FSA plans to help offset taxes for employees and dependents.

· 401K Plan.

· Company provided life insurance up to $150k.

· Company paid long-term disability coverage.

· Year-end bonuses and referral fee incentives.

· Regular, firmwide socials and events.

· Employee Assistance Program.

Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP (FMG) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees by maintaining a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status as provided by law. FMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This position is subject to our drug‑free workplace policy, which includes the ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screen. Employees may be subject to reasonable‑suspicion drug testing in accordance with Firm policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.