About Us:
We are a dynamic legal team seeking a dedicated and experienced Family Law Paralegal to join our practice. Our firm specializes in family law cases, providing comprehensive support to our clients in California.
Position Overview:
As a Family Law Paralegal, you will play a vital role in our practice, providing essential support to our attorneys and ensuring the efficient operation of our family law cases. We welcome both on-site and remote candidates to apply.
Responsibilities:
Draft accurate and efficient legal documents including declarations and pleadings.
Respond to discovery requests and assist with discovery processes.
Utilize software such as DissoMaster for precise calculations of spousal and child support.
Maintain meticulous organization of case files and documentation.
Manage deadlines and timelines for case-related tasks.
Conduct professional interactions with clients, attorneys, and court personnel.
Provide assistance to attorneys with trial preparation and other litigation support tasks.
Uphold confidentiality of client information and case details.
Meet the firm's billable hour requirements (1200 billable hours per year).
Requirements:
Paralegal certificate from an accredited institution, with a minimum of 1 year of recent experience in family law in California; OR
Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies or related field, with 1 year of recent experience as a family law paralegal in California.
Proficiency in legal software including WordPerfect, Essential Forms, etc.
Strong understanding of discovery rules and deadlines.
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Capability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Professional demeanor and appearance.
Comfortable with numerical calculations and handling client interactions with empathy and professionalism.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience using Amicus Attorney software.
Familiarity with DissoMaster for calculating support obligations.
We offer comprehensive benefits and a supportive and collaborative work environment where professionalism and respect are valued. Join our team and make a meaningful contribution to our practice.
If you meet the qualifications and are eager to contribute to our team, please submit your resume for consideration. For further details, please contact Claudia Scrofani at AppleOne.
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AppleOne is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in people, and we are committed to working with people of all backgrounds and connecting them with clients and companies who share our goals of diversity and inclusiveness. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, ancestry, color, national origin, age, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, disability, protected veteran status, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, the Company is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.
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