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Our professional staff members are vitally important to the success of the firm – their talents and expertise are among our strongest assets. The firm takes great pride in the contributions made by our staff. We look for only the best people to work in our busy, yet friendly, environment, seeking candidates who demonstrate intelligence, efficiency and dedication. We also seek people who enjoy shouldering responsibility, taking the initiative, and collaborating with teammates. Shartsis attorneys pride themselves on the quality of work performed on behalf of our clients, and we want professional staff members who will do the same.

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We currently have the following opening:

Shartsis Friese LLP · San Francisco, CA (hybrid) · Full-time, non-exempt · $63.19–$98.90 per hour

Shartsis Friese LLP, a San Francisco law firm at 425 Market Street, is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to support attorneys through every phase of litigation in state and federal court and in arbitration and mediation. Working under attorney supervision, you will manage filings, discovery, deadlines and trial preparation on complex matters, and help mentor junior staff.

What you’ll do

  • Support attorneys in all phases of litigation, including case assessment, discovery, trial preparation and resolution
  • Prepare and file pleadings, motions and other documents in state and federal courts and in arbitration and mediation, often on tight deadlines
  • Cite-check legal and factual citations and conform documents to local court rules
  • Manage and organize case files, including large document volumes, using eDiscovery and document management systems
  • Review, analyze and produce documents in response to discovery requests and court requirements
  • Conduct factual and legal research and help draft discovery responses and case materials
  • Track deadlines, filings and court requirements, and maintain accurate case calendars
  • Prepare exhibits, witness materials and trial binders, and support attorneys at depositions, hearings and trial
  • Use litigation technology for discovery, trial preparation and presentation
  • Communicate with clients, experts, vendors and court personnel to keep matters moving
  • Support team operations and process improvements, and mentor junior staff

What you bring

  • At least 10 years of litigation paralegal experience in a law firm or corporate legal department, including trial or arbitration experience
  • Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate
  • Strong working knowledge of state and federal court rules, e-filing and deadline calculation
  • Hands-on experience with eDiscovery, document management and trial presentation tools, and proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite
  • Excellent organization, accuracy and attention to detail, with sound judgment under pressure
  • Clear, professional communication with attorneys, clients and outside parties
  • Strict adherence to confidentiality

This role requires sitting, standing or walking for extended periods, regular computer use with extended screen time, and occasionally lifting up to 10 pounds. Reasonable accommodations are available.

Schedule, location and pay

  • Location: 425 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94105
  • Hybrid: at least three days per week in the office; additional in-office time may be needed based on business needs, such as trial. Expect additional days initially, and during the first quarter of the year.
  • Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (seven-hour workday plus a one-hour lunch). Evening and weekend work may be required as deadlines demand.
  • Classification: full-time, non-exempt and eligible for overtime, which can be significant at times based on workload and deadlines
  • Pay range: $63.19 to $98.90 per hour. The actual rate offered will depend on factors such as relevant experience, skills and qualifications.
  • Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, LTD, Flexible and Health Savings Accounts available, as well as commuter plans.

How to apply

Please only apply if you meet the requirements as described. Submit your resume and cover letter to staffhiring@sflaw.com. Please do not include your current or past salary; Shartsis Friese does not ask applicants about pay history.

EEO.

Shartsis Friese provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, results of genetic testing, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Fair Chance.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act, Shartsis Friese will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Accommodations.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview, please contact Human Resources at [HR to insert contact].

At-will.

Employment with Shartsis Friese is at-will.

Candidates should send their credentials and direct their inquiries to StaffHiring@sflaw.com.

Shartsis will gladly accept referrals from professional recruiters and search agencies, in line with our Search Firm Guidelines.

In addition to a competitive salary, Shartsis offers our professional staff:

  • 35-hour work week
  • Initial two weeks of paid vacation, increasing annually (maximum of four weeks/year)
  • Ten days of sick leave
  • Competitive medical benefit plans, including dental and vision coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts or Health Savings Accounts, depending on medical plan chosen
  • 401(k) and profit-sharing plans

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Shartsis Friese is an equal opportunity employer. The firm provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, immigration status, citizenship, religion or religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions, reproductive health decision making, sexual orientation, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or results of genetic testing, military or veteran status, height, weight, place of birth, AIDS/HIV status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, criminal history (consistent with applicable law), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law, including the San Francisco Police Code.

Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. The firm expressly prohibits any form of unlawful harassment or discrimination based on the characteristics identified above.

We are an At Will and Fair Chance Employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs and practices. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact Andrea Everage, Director of Human Resources, aeverage@sflaw.com, (415) 421-6500.