Paralegal

AppleOne Employment Services; Shafter (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major medical, dental, vision, 401k

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services, partnering with a respected Bakersfield law firm, seeks a seasoned paralegal. The role offers $50-90K DOE and a clear path to meaningful, high-impact work with attorneys.

You will draft and finalize documents, manage case files and deadlines, assist with substantive tasks, handle client intake, and keep workflows organized in a fast-paced team environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years paralegal experience; 7–10+ years strongly preferred.
• Paralegal certificate required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Strong drafting and case management skills.
• Knowledge of corporate law and transactions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal systems.

Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and finalize legal documents with precision.
• Manage case files, timelines, and deadlines.
• Support attorneys with substantive legal work.
• Handle client intake and communications professionally.
• Keep workflows organized, efficient, and on track.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Legal drafting

Case management

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

Paralegal certificate

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal systems

Job description

Bakersfield, CA | $50-90K (DOE)

A role worth a second look. If you’re a skilled paralegal who takes pride in your work and enjoys being a trusted, go-to member of the team—this could be a strong next step. We’re partnering with a highly respected, fast-paced law firm in Bakersfield where paralegals play a central role in driving work forward. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully, stay engaged with substantive work, and collaborate closely with attorneys who value your expertise. If you like being the person who keeps everything sharp, organized, and moving—this is the kind of environment where that stands out.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Trusted, high-impact position – your experience is recognized and relied upon
• Meaningful work – contribute directly to case progress and outcomes
• Strong, collaborative team – work alongside professionals who respect your role
• Opportunities to grow – expand your skills in a well-run, professional environment
• Competitive compensation + perks – aligned with your experience

What You’ll Be Doing

• Drafting, editing, and finalizing legal documents with precision
• Managing case files, timelines, and key deadlines
• Supporting attorneys with substantive legal work
• Handling client intake and communication with professionalism
• Keeping workflows organized, efficient, and on track

What They’re Looking For

• 3+ years of paralegal experience (7–10+ strongly preferred)
• Paralegal certificate (required) and bachelor's degree (preferred)
• Strong skills in legal drafting and case management
• Knowledge of corporate law and transactions
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities with accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal systems

The Bottom Line

This is a well-rounded, high-impact role for a paralegal who enjoys being an integral part of a group and contributing to meaningful legal work.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

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Benefits

• For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program: https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf

We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.