Litigation Paralegal/Secretary - Temp To Hire

Adams & Martin Group; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams & Martin Group is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal for an immediate temp-to-hire opportunity with a premier San Francisco litigation firm. The role requires ownership of paralegal and legal secretarial duties and a strong emphasis on calendaring and deadlines.

Requirements include 3+ years in litigation paralegal work, extensive calendaring experience, and proficiency with Clio and LexisNexis. Onsite in San Francisco with potential hybrid after onboarding.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience preferred.
• Strong defense litigation background highly desired.
• Extensive litigation calendaring experience is required.
• Experience managing court deadlines, hearing dates, filing deadlines, and attorney calendars.
• Proficiency with Clio and LexisNexis.
• ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, and legal correspondence.
• Manage all aspects of discovery, including document review, productions, and e-discovery coordination.
• Prepare exhibits, trial binders, deposition materials, and hearing notebooks.
• Review and summarize medical records, billing records, and other case-related documents.
• Conduct legal research utilizing LexisNexis.
• Maintain case files and matter management within Clio.
• Assist attorneys with case strategy, preparation, and billing-related support.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and vendors.

Skills

Litigation calendaring

Legal drafting

Legal writing

Education

ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Clio

LexisNexis

Job description

Adams & Martin Group is seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal for an immediate temp-to-hire opportunity with a highly regarded San Francisco litigation firm.

This is a true temp-to-hire position, offering the opportunity to demonstrate your skills and transition into a long-term role with a respected legal team. The firm is seeking a polished, proactive professional who thrives in a litigation environment and is willing to take ownership of both paralegal and legal secretarial responsibilities.

Litigation calendaring experience is absolutely required for this role. Candidates must have a strong understanding of litigation deadlines, court rules, and the ability to manage and track critical dates in fast-paced, active litigation matters.

Schedule & Location

• Monday-Friday
• 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (flexibility available)
• Onsite in San Francisco
• Potential for hybrid schedule after successful onboarding and conversion

What We Are Looking For

• Minimum of 3 years of litigation paralegal experience preferred
• Strong defense litigation background highly desired
• Extensive litigation calendaring experience is required
• Experience managing court deadlines, hearing dates, filing deadlines, and attorney calendars
• Strong drafting and legal writing skills
• Professional demeanor and positive, team-oriented attitude
• Ability to handle both substantive paralegal work and legal secretarial support
• Proficiency with Clio and LexisNexis

Key Responsibilities

Paralegal Duties (80%)

• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, and legal correspondence
• Manage all aspects of discovery, including document review, productions, and e-discovery coordination
• Prepare exhibits, trial binders, deposition materials, and hearing notebooks
• Review and summarize medical records, billing records, and other case-related documents
• Conduct legal research utilizing LexisNexis
• Maintain case files and matter management within Clio
• Assist attorneys with case strategy, preparation, and billing-related support
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and vendors

Legal Secretarial Duties (20%)

• Maintain litigation calendars and track all court deadlines, filing dates, hearings, and other critical case deadlines
• Coordinate depositions, meetings, and court appearances
• E-file documents in California state and federal courts
• Format, proofread, and finalize legal documents
• Manage attorney schedules and daily litigation support needs
• Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of litigation paralegal experience preferred
• Strong litigation calendaring experience is a must
• Discovery, case management, and trial preparation experience
• Experience reviewing medical records and preparing exhibits
• Proficiency in Clio and LexisNexis
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate or equivalent experience

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Temp-to-hire role with long‑term potential
• Opportunity to join a well‑established and respected litigation practice
• Sophisticated defense litigation matters
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Firm is looking for someone who brings a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to be a true team player
• Immediate need with interviews starting right away

If you are an experienced litigation paralegal looking for a temp-to-hire opportunity where your litigation calendaring expertise, discovery experience, and strong organizational skills will be highly valued, we encourage you to apply today.

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, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.