Paralegal
Company: KAHANA & FELD LLP
Location: Walnut Creek
Posted on: February 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: The Paralegal will
be responsible for working with attorneys and other departments
and/or staff as assigned to provide support through all aspects of
litigation in a variety of practice areas. Duties and
Responsibilities Under the supervision of an attorney, coordinate,
organize, prepare, and interpret complex legal documents.
Coordinate with attorneys and paralegal Is to direct workflow on
various cases. Review, and maintain documents and case files;
compile documents for filing with courts and relevant agencies.
Conduct electronic document reviews, coordinate productions of
documents with attorneys, conduct searches of production databases
for relevant documents, and conduct other related eDiscovery tasks.
Assist with drafting discovery, pleadings, and status reports.
Organize and conduct case-related team meetings as needed. Review
and draft summaries of discovery responses, document productions,
and relevant records. Assist with preparation and review of
materials for court hearings and depositions. Attend client
meetings, conference calls, and other case related meetings with
attorneys. Conduct legal research and document review; perform
factual research in internal and external databases and libraries.
Review and process vendor invoices for accuracy. Coordinate and
prepare for trials; attend trials if necessary and provide support
to attorneys at court and agency hearings. Accurately document and
bill for all billable work and tasks according to billing
procedures; meet annual billable hours requirement. Communicate and
interact with filing clerks, court room assistants and calendar
clerks. Liaise with outside vendors such as court reporters,
experts, mediators, etc. This job description reflects management's
assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or
restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Qualifications: At least 1
year of experience preferred, working as a legal secretary or
paralegal, preferably with a focus on personal injury, or
construction defect cases in the State of California. Familiarity
with online databases and resources. Strong organizational skills
with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize
effectively. Excellent written and verbal communication skills,
with professionalism in client and colleague interactions.
Attention to detail and accuracy in document preparation and file
management. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other
relevant software applications. Ability to work independently, as
well as collaboratively within a team environment. Knowledge of
third-party e-fling providers, including but not limited to One
Legal, First Legal, Odyssey File & Serve, and Green Filing, a plus.
Knowledge of PACER and the federal Judiciary’s Case
Management/Electronic Case Files (CM/ECF) system, a plus. About
Kahana Feld We are UPSTANDING We prioritize integrity and high
character and pride ourselves on an inclusive culture. We are
OUTSTANDING We achieve excellent results for our clients by
recruiting and developing great attorneys and legal professionals
while providing the resources necessary to succeed. We are
UNDERSTANDING We listen to our clients, ask questions, communicate
clearly, and respond promptly. Our DIVERSITY STATEMENT At Kahana
Feld, diversity, equity, and inclusion are a priority. Our culture
nurtures a sense of pride, ownership, and passion that transcends
titles and roles. We believe that respecting and valuing
differences and diverse backgrounds fosters a more collaborative
work environment, engenders a better understanding of our clients,
and helps us achieve better results. Equal Opportunity Employer
Kahana Feld provides equal employment opportunities to all
employees and applicants for employment and prohibits
discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race,
color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status,
genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by
federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and
conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement,
promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of
absence, compensation and training. Job Type Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Supervisory Responsibilities None Work Location In-Office. Hybrid
after 90-days of employment Work Schedule 8:30-5:30pm
Monday-Friday. Occasional weekends and holidays. Physical
Requirements Primarily sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of
force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or
constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists,
hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual
acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data
and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive
reading. Work is performed in an office environment and requires
the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.
Must have the ability to walk short distances, and/or drive a
vehicle to deliver and pick up materials. Work can be performed
with or without accommodations. Travel 5-10% domestic travel by car
and by plane. Requirements:
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