Bilingual Family Law Paralegal (Job ID: FLASAM1)

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JOB TITLE	Bilingual Family Law Paralegal
JOB ID	FLASAM1
INDUSTRY	Family Law
LOCATION	LATAM
JOB STATUS	Full Time
WORK SCHEDULE	Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm PST
SALARY	$9 per hour (Open to a bit more if they are really good)
TARGET START DATE	ASAP
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About the Client:

The client is a busy family law firm based in California, handling a high volume of cases including divorce, child custody, domestic violence, and spousal support matters. The firm is focused on delivering efficient and high-quality legal services while maintaining strong communication with clients throughout each case. Due to continued growth and case volume, the client is looking to strengthen their team with a highly experienced paralegal who can operate independently and contribute immediately.

About the Role:

The client is seeking an experienced Family Law Paralegal who can take ownership of cases from intake through filing under attorney supervision. This role requires someone who can gather client information, manage documentation, and draft legal filings with minimal guidance. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and able to move quickly in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and professionalism in all aspects of their work.

Key Responsibilities

Case Management

• Handle family law cases including divorce, custody, and domestic violence matters from intake to filing
• Gather and organize client information and supporting documentation
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files within internal systems

Legal Drafting & Documentation

• Prepare and draft legal documents including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests and responses
• Review and proofread documents to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Format and manage documents in PDF for court submission

Client Communication

• Communicate with clients to request information and provide updates
• Conduct phone calls when necessary to resolve issues or gather missing details
• Ensure a professional and empathetic approach in all client interactions

Trial & Litigation Support

• Assist with trial preparation including organizing exhibits and case materials
• Support attorneys with ongoing litigation processes
• Ensure all deadlines and procedural requirements are met

Qualifications & Skills

Must

• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a paralegal in California family law
• Strong experience handling discovery requests and responses
• Excellent legal writing and proofreading skills
• Strong understanding of court procedures and litigation processes
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Experience working with Microsoft Office and PDF document management
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines efficiently

Preferred

• Experience with MyCase or Clio
• Experience with Clio Draft or similar legal drafting tools
• Portuguese language skills

Personality Traits

• Strong sense of urgency and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Proactive and able to take initiative without constant supervision
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Comfortable communicating directly with clients via phone and email
• Reliable, productive, and results-driven