Senior Paralegal

AppleOne; Shafter (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services is seeking a Senior Paralegal in Bakersfield, CA. You will support attorneys, manage case files, draft and organize legal documents, and coordinate communications with clients and courts. A high level of accuracy, initiative, and client service is essential.

The role emphasizes legal research, document review, and proactive case management within a fast-paced environment. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail are required.

Qualifications

• Associate’sDegree or paralegal certificate required; bachelor’s degree is a plus.
• Experience in a law firm, corporate legal department, or litigation environment preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple cases.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, draft, proofread, and organize pleadings, contracts, correspondence, discovery, and other legal documents.
• Maintain and manage case files with accuracy and timely updates.
• Conduct legal research to support case strategy and fact-finding.
• Coordinate communications between attorneys, clients, courts, and opposing counsel.
• Track deadlines, court dates, filings, and attorney calendars.
• Assist with hearing, trial, mediation, and meeting preparation.

Skills

Legal research

Attention to detail

Document management

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s Degree or Paralegal Certificate

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal case management software

Job description

Senior Paralegal | Bakersfield, CA

Join a respected legal team where your expertise, organization, and attention to detail will make a direct impact on successful case outcomes. We are seeking a highly motivated Paralegal who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and enjoys being a key contributor throughout the life cycle of a case. This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional who is passionate about supporting attorneys, delivering exceptional client service, and ensuring every detail is handled with precision.

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity

Work alongside experienced legal professionals on meaningful and challenging matters. Utilize your legal expertise in a collaborative, professional environment. Gain exposure to a variety of legal matters and develop your paralegal career. Be a valued member of a team that relies on your accuracy, initiative, and organizational excellence.
If you’re a detail-oriented legal professional who enjoys keeping cases moving forward and supporting successful outcomes, we encourage you to apply today.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare, draft, proofread, and organize pleadings, contracts, correspondence, discovery, and other legal documents.
• Maintain and manage case files, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely updates.
• Conduct legal research and analyze information to support case strategy and fact‑finding efforts.
• Coordinate communications between attorneys, clients, courts, opposing counsel, and other external parties.
• Track critical deadlines, court dates, filings, and attorney calendars to ensure seamless case management.
• Assist with hearing, trial, mediation, and meeting preparation, including document compilation and exhibit organization.
• Review legal documents for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to court and firm requirements.
• Partner closely with attorneys and support staff to drive efficient, organized, and client-focused legal operations.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong understanding of legal procedures, terminology, and paralegal best practices.
• Proven experience preparing and managing legal documents with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent legal research, investigative, and document review skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a professional and client-focused approach.
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and successfully manage multiple cases and projects simultaneously.
• High level of discretion, professionalism, and organizational ability.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or Paralegal Certificate required; Bachelor’s Degree is a plus.
• Experience in a law firm, corporate legal department, or litigation environment.
• Proficiency with legal case management software, electronic filing systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with court filing procedures and legal document management systems.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

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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.

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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.