Job Summary
The Staff Paralegal supports attorneys handling family law matters. The role combines legal document preparation, client communication, case-file coordination, and assistance with discovery and legal-service events. Candidates should bring relevant paralegal education, supervised law-related experience, family law knowledge, domestic violence case experience, and bilingual ability.
Responsibilities
- Prepare legal documents for family law cases and help attorneys advance casework.
- Conduct client interviews and maintain clear, detailed notes about case-related information.
- Organize and manage case files, ensuring materials and records are maintained effectively.
- Assist with discovery activities and related case preparation.
- Provide support at court clinics and workshops.
Qualifications
- Paralegal certificate or degree, or a bachelor’s degree combined with at least one year of supervised law-related experience.
- Proficiency in family law and experience handling domestic violence cases.
- Bilingual skills.
COMMUNITY LEGAL AID SOCAL provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
