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Title : Family Law Paralegal - Entry Level

Location : California - San Diego
Refer to Job # DOOX862553

Family Law Paralegal - Entry Level Our San Diego Divorce and Family Law firm has an immediate full-time opportunity for an entry level Paralegal with integrity, who is a team player and has strong administrative skills. This position is NOT remote. We are located in Mission Valley. We expect to train you on how we operate within the firm, but you should have the substantive knowledge and experience needed to hit the ground running as a superstar Paralegal. Since we are a small firm, the most important quality you can possess is a great attitude, eagerness to learn and a willingness to roll up your sleeves and help wherever it's needed. We need someone who has a proven track record of being able to manage a caseload and corresponding deadlines and be able to prioritize tasks. If you are bi-lingual and can speak English and Spanish, then you already have an advantage. Qualifications: Completed an ABA-approved paralegal certificate program such as an Associate's degree or proprietary school program in paralegal studies, Bachelor's degree preferred 1-2 years experience in a law firm, preferably family law. Detail-Oriented and Organized Sound Judgment Adaptable and Collaborative Tech Savvy Stellar Interpersonal Skills Available to work Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Communicate with potential and existing clients in person, by phone, and email Strong administrative skills and be detail-oriented Comfortable working with various computer programs, databases, and systems Manage paper and electronic files Reliable, trustworthy, and able to maintain strict confidentiality Serve as a backup for other administrative team members when they need a hand or a day off A student for life and love to learn About Law Firm focuses exclusively on family law cases such as divorce, legal separation, child custody and visitation, child support, spousal support, property division, domestic violence restraining orders, paternity, marital settlement agreements, and post-judgment modifications. The firm is headed by acclaimed San Diego attorney Puja Sachdev, who is widely regarded as one of the top family law attorneys in the community. Compensation: The firm offers a competitive salary of $22 - $24 hourly. In addition, the firm pays for HMO Kaiser Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Acupuncture/Chiropractic, Life Insurance & Long-term Disability Insurance for employees only. Dependents can be added to medical at the employee's expense. 10 days accrued vacation for the first five years and 15 days after completion of five years of employment. There are 10 paid holidays that the firm is closed for. Eligible for retirement, and firm matching, after three years of employment. Responsibilities: Perform administrative duties such as answering phone calls and keeping our case filing system organized so all documents are readily accessible Draft legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence such as interrogatories, subpoenas, deposition notices, complaints, pretrial orders, legal briefs, and affidavits under the guidance of a lawyer Help lawyers prepare for trial by preparing and organizing exhibits, assisting with client meetings, filing motions, conducting research on legal articles, and organizing and coordinating witnesses Hold client interviews to gather information about their legal problems The Paralegal's primary goal is to support our Attorneys by assisting with legal research, drafting memos, pleadings, motions, and orders, and preparing for hearings and trials, under the direction of one or more Attorneys in the office. A Paralegal provides quality legal services to our clients at a lower billable rate than an Attorney, and by doing so, benefits both the Firm and our clients. Paralegals are required to meet the minimum billable requirements set by the Firm and report on progress toward achieving assigned goals. Family Law Paralegal - Entry Level Our San Diego Divorce and Family Law firm has an immediate full-time opportunity for an entry level Paralegal with integrity, who is a team player and has strong administrative skills. This position is NOT remote. We are located in Mission Valley. We expect to train you on how we operate within the firm, but you should have the substantive knowledge and experience needed to hit the ground running as a superstar Paralegal. Since we are a small firm, the most important quality you can possess is a great attitude, eagerness to learn and a willingness to roll up your sleeves and help wherever it's needed. We need someone who has a proven track record of being able to manage a caseload and corresponding deadlines and be able to prioritize tasks. If you are bi-lingual and can speak English and Spanish, then you already have an advantage. Qualifications: Completed an ABA-approved paralegal certificate program such as an Associate's degree or proprietary school program in paralegal studies, Bachelor's degree preferred 1- ABA-approved paralegal certificate program such as an Associate's degree or proprietary school program in paralegal studies, Bachelor's degree preferred

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