Family Law Paralegal (contract work)

Job Summary

Contract work. You must have experience in divorces, child custody, and judgments.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with all stages of family law cases, including divorce, child custody, visitation, and spousal support matters.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research on procedural law, family law statutes, and relevant regulations to support case strategy.
• Draft and review legal documents such as pleadings, motions, affidavits, and settlement agreements with precision and clarity.
• Manage case files using document management systems like iManage and PCLaw; ensure all records are accurate, organized, and up-to-date.
• Interview clients to gather detailed case information, document facts accurately, and maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Coordinate court filings, schedule hearings, and track deadlines to ensure timely compliance with procedural requirements.
• Support litigation processes through document review, data entry, and preparation of exhibits for court presentations.
• Communicate effectively with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and other stakeholders via phone and written correspondence.
• Conduct legal research utilizing Westlaw and LexisNexis to gather pertinent case law and statutory information relevant to family law disputes.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as filing documents electronically or physically, proofreading legal drafts, and managing client records.

Requirements

• Proven paralegal experience supporting family law cases or related civil litigation support roles.
• Strong knowledge of procedural law specific to family law proceedings; familiarity with other areas such as estate planning or tribal law is a plus.
• Proficiency in legal research tools including Westlaw and LexisNexis; experience with document management systems like iManage is preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently under tight deadlines.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to handle confidential information discreetly.
• Experience with legal administrative tasks such as filing (electronic or paper), data entry, proofreading, and document review.
• Familiarity with legal software including PCLaw and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel).
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
• Knowledge of various areas of law including landlord-tenant law, personal injury law, workers' compensation law, securities law, UCC law (Uniform Commercial Code), patent law, immigration law, tribal regulations or environmental law is advantageous but not mandatory.

Join us in making a meaningful difference through dedicated legal support! We value energetic professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments and are eager to grow their expertise within the realm of family law. This paid contract position offers an engaging opportunity for paralegals looking to expand their skills while supporting impactful legal work in a supportive team setting.

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Norwalk, CA 90650