Corporate Paralegal

Our client, a well-established food manufacturing and food processing company, is seeking a Corporate Paralegal to join its in-house legal team in Gardena, California. This is an excellent opportunity to support a dynamic legal department with a broad range of litigation, contract, and corporate legal matters while partnering closely with business leaders and outside counsel.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where balancing multiple priorities is key.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation matters by organizing case files, maintaining legal records, and ensuring documentation remains accurate and up to date throughout each stage of the legal process.
• Support attorneys with all phases of discovery, including gathering records, coordinating document production, tracking deadlines, and preparing materials for review.
• Assist with trial and arbitration preparation by organizing exhibits, compiling evidence, preparing witness files, and assembling hearing and trial binders.
• Maintain case management systems, monitor litigation calendars, court deadlines, filings, and other critical milestones to ensure timely case progression.
• Draft, review, revise, and route contracts, amendments, NDAs, and other legal documents while ensuring consistency, accuracy, and compliance with company standards.
• Conduct legal and factual research to support litigation strategy, contract interpretation, risk assessment, and ongoing legal matters.
• Serve as a liaison between internal business partners, outside counsel, vendors, and third parties to facilitate efficient communication and timely resolution of legal issues.
• Track action items, prioritize competing deadlines, and proactively manage projects to ensure legal matters move forward efficiently and in accordance with procedural requirements.
• Support the legal department with a variety of corporate governance and operational legal initiatives as needed.

Why Join This Team?

• Diverse mix of corporate, contract, and litigation work
• Opportunity to work closely with experienced in-house counsel and business leaders
• Stable, well-established organization with long-term growth potential
• Collaborative and team-oriented legal department
• Meaningful work supporting a nationally recognized food manufacturing business

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Opportunity for long-term career growth within a stable organization

This is an outstanding opportunity for a paralegal seeking a diverse in-house role where they can gain exposure to both corporate legal operations and complex litigation while making a meaningful impact on the business. Onsite daily.

Please send your resume to Quidana.Dove< at >RobertHalf.< com > for a confidential discussion.

Qualifications:

• Experience supporting corporate legal functions with a strong focus on civil litigation and paralegal responsibilities.

• Working knowledge of discovery processes, trial preparation activities, and document management best practices.

• Proficiency with case management software and the ability to maintain accurate legal records and deadline tracking.

• Experience reviewing, organizing, or assisting with contracts and related legal documentation.

• Strong written communication skills with the ability to prepare clear, accurate, and thorough legal materials.

• Excellent organizational skills and the capacity to handle multiple matters with careful attention to detail.

• Ability to work effectively with attorneys, business partners, and external contacts in a collaborative environment.

The opportunity is onsite daily.

Please send your resume to Quidana.Dove< at >RobertHalf.< com > for a confidential discussion.

Compensation

$80,000.00-$90,000.00 Yearly

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