Boutique Family Law firm located in West Los Angeles is seeking a fulltime paralegal.
The candidate will work alongside the Supervising attorney, a Certified Family Law Specialist, with seventeen years of experience exclusively in family law.
The candidate will also work with the associates and other legal staff to provide exceptional service and outstanding results to all clients.
The ideal candidate shall possess an interest or background in family law.
The candidate shall be able to meet deadlines, able to propound and respond to discovery, draft and review court documents such as pleadings, declarations, or settlement agreements.
The candidate should also possess strong analytical skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, and be a highly motivated professional that can take initiative, and work independently as well as within a team.
The compensation and benefits depend on experience.
This position is not a remote position.
Responsibilities:
* Prepare affidavits or other documents, such as legal correspondence, memos, etc.
* Prepare legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, disclosures, and discovery
* Prepare for trial by performing tasks such as organizing exhibits, preparing filings, and creating binders
* Investigate facts and law of cases and search pertinent sources, such as public records and internet sources, to determine causes of action and to prepare cases
* Maintain the attorneys calendar to schedule meetings, calendar hearings, deadlines, etc.
* File pleadings electronically or prepare them to be physically filed or served by the runner
* Gather and analyze research data, such as statutes, decisions, and legal articles, codes, and documents
* Direct and coordinate law office activity, including delivery of subpoenas or service of documents
* Maintains a high level of confidentiality
* Various other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
* Previous experience in family law
* Familiarity with various legal documents
* Strong analytical and problem solving skills
* Ability to build rapport with clients
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.
00 - $28.
00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40 per week
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Travel requirement:
* No travel
Ability to Relocate:
* Los Angeles, CA 90025: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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