Litigation Paralegal

Our client, a litigation firm based in Roseville, is seeking an experienced Paralegal to step in and provide coverage during an upcoming leave while also serving as an integral, long-term contributor to the team. The practice focuses on a mix of trust & estates litigation, probate matters, and some business litigation. They are looking for someone who can operate at a high level, take ownership of their work, and contribute substantively, particularly through independent drafting (not template-based). This is a fully on-site role, five days a week in Roseville and would be about a 6-month contract, supporting a collaborative but fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

Draft pleadings, declarations, and other legal documents from scratch without reliance on templatesSupport trust & estates litigation matters, including probate and trust administration disputesAssist with business and broader civil litigation cases as neededHandle e-filing in California state courts and ensure compliance with court rulesManage litigation calendaring, deadlines, and docketing across casesReview case materials and identify missing components to support argument developmentWork closely with attorneys to move cases forward efficiently and proactively