Legal Assistant/Paralegal (Family Law)

Key Responsibilities:

Assist attorneys with family law cases, including divorce, custody, support, and restraining orders

Prepare legal documents such as RFOs, declarations, discovery responses, subpoenas, and trial binders

Conduct case research, legal drafting, and cite-checking

Manage case files, court filings, and deadlines

Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel

Handle E-filing in California state courts and local rules compliance

Qualifications:

3+ years of family law experience (preferred)

Strong knowledge of California Family Code, court rules, and procedures

Proficiency in discovery, motions, and trial preparation

Excellent legal writing, organization, and multitasking skills

Experience with case management software (e.g., MyCase, Clio, or PracticePanther)

Bilingual in Spanish is a plus