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Legal Assistant – Health & Human Services Team – City Attorney's Office (8173)

The San Francisco City Attorney's Office is seeking a qualified, motivated legal assistant to join its Health & Human Services Team. The Office provides exceptional legal services to the City's Mayor, Board of Supervisors, officials, and departments.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Review and proofread contracts, legislation, responsive pleadings, discovery documents, subpoenas, legal memoranda, and correspondence for accuracy.
• Assist with review and disclosure of documents for public records requests and third‑party subpoenas.
• Implement document litigation holds across City departments.
• Draft and issue subpoenas.
• Assist with discovery, especially electronic discovery, including review and production of documents from IPRO Eclipse; prepare privilege logs.
• Conduct searches and manage documents in IPRO Eclipse, Concordance, CaseMap, and Text Map, reviewing for relevance, responsiveness, and privilege.
• Assist in preparing motions and ensure filings are accurate, properly formatted, and filed on time, including electronic filing.
• Organize and prepare documents, exhibits, and materials for discovery, hearings, and trials; maintain team files and an electronic database of key written advice.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize work from multiple attorneys.
• Maintain calendars for multiple attorneys.
• Assist with other projects and duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Compliance with California Business & Professions Code Section 6450 by possessing at least one of the following:
  • Certificate of completion of a paralegal program approved by the American Bar Association.
  • Certificate of completion of a paralegal program at a postsecondary institution requiring at least 24 semester units in law‑related courses, accredited.
  • A bachelor's or advanced degree with one year of law‑related experience under a supervising attorney (active State Bar member for at least 3 years). Written declaration from attorney confirming qualification.
  • High school diploma or GED with three years of law‑related experience under a supervising attorney under the same bar requirements; completed by December 31, 2003.

Desired Qualifications

• One year litigation experience as a legal assistant or paralegal, or five+ years as a legal secretary with proof of high‑level duties.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to communicate tactfully with attorneys, court personnel, vendors, and the public.
• Self‑directed and collaborative work habits.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Working knowledge of civil legal procedures and court rules.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Adobe Pro, Cisco WebEx, Microsoft Teams, TextMap, IPRO Eclipse, CaseMap, Trial Director; Relativity a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a positive attitude.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Desire to work as part of a team.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Verification

Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process.

Disqualification Notice

Falsifying education, training, or work experience on the application may result in disqualification for this and future opportunities.

Salary and Benefits

The position has a five‑step salary scale ranging from $99,840 to $121,316. Benefits include robust health, retirement, and other benefits. Legal Assistants are represented by the International Federation of Professional & Technical Engineers, Local 21.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted only through the SF.gov online process. Visit and begin the application.

Select the “Apply Now” button and follow instructions. Applicants must keep their email up to date; contact you by email if selected.

For questions, contact Asa Nojd, HR Analyst, at ...@sfcityatty.org.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, etc.