Paralegal
Lewis Brisbois
Walnut Creek, CA · Posted September 21, 2026
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About the job
Overview
The Walnut Creek, CA office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is seeking a paralegal with litigation experience. The primary duties of this position include working for a minimum of (4) attorneys, calendaring, document management including but not limited to review, creation, and organization. In addition, compiling information for discovery responses, interrogatories, pleadings, motions, depositions, and trial preparation are essential functions of this role.
We offer competitive compensation and in addition, Lewis Brisbois offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with employer match, as well as sick and vacation time. We also offer excellent opportunities for growth and advancement while working with a collaborative team.
Responsibilities
Job Specifications/Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate. A certificate may be required based on region, state, or client requirements.
At least three (3) years of litigation work experience
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
Strong Excel skills required
Strong organizational, written & verbal communication skills
Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
Ability to work flexible and/or fluctuating work hours
This position has an annual billable requirement of 1,600 hours
Lewis Brisbois is not accepting search firm submissions for this position.
Qualifications
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Minimum Salary USD $85,000.00/Yr.
Maximum Salary USD $115,000.00/Yr.