Paralegal – Family Law

Job Description

Family Law Paralegal | Jobot

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at a fast-growing family law firm located in California. The company is actively expanding its legal services, creating ample opportunities for professional growth and advancement. This position is crucial for providing comprehensive legal support to attorneys and for independently managing complex legal tasks and cases within the firm’s family law practice.

The TL;DR
• Role: Senior
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, California
• Pay: $75,000–$100,000 yearly
• Team: Reports to attorneys, manages day-to-day operations of the paralegal team
• Mission: Provide comprehensive legal support to attorneys in the firm’s family law practice.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office, Legal research software

What You’ll Actually Do
• Team Management: Manage the day-to-day operations of the paralegal team, including assigning tasks and overseeing workload.
• Legal Research: Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support case strategies and legal arguments.
• Document Preparation: Prepare and file a variety of legal documents, including pleadings, discovery requests, and responses.
• Trial Support: Assist attorneys in the preparation for trial, which includes organizing evidence, reviewing materials, preparing witness lists, and drafting motions and briefs.
• Client Communication: Serve as a key communicator with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties involved in the legal process.
• Case File Management: Organize and maintain both physical and electronic case files and documents to ensure accessibility and compliance.
• Hearing Preparation: Assist attorneys in preparing for depositions, mediations, and various hearings.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree and a paralegal certificate from an accredited institution, focusing on legal support within a law firm setting.
• Experience: At least 5 years of experience working as a paralegal, with a strong preference for experience in Family Law.
• Skills: Strong research and writing skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research software, ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment, and strong communication and interpersonal skills.