Legal Staff Paralegal in Santa Clarita, CA

Government

Santa Clarita, CA

Legal Staff Paralegal in Santa Clarita, CA

Legal Staff

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The **Members Only** is currently seeking volunteers for various programs within the Court. These opportunities offer practical work experience, skill development, and an enhanced understanding of the judicial system. The Court is the largest unified trial court in the United States with an annual budget of over $1 billion. The Court has 580 judges and commissioners and over 4,800 full-time employees working in 36 facilities within 12 judicial districts. Los Angeles County is one of the nation's largest and most populous counties, covering 4,752 square miles and with over 10,400,000 residents.

Organization: **Members Only**
Salary: Monthly, Annually
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Job Type: Volunteer
Job Number: VIP02
Department: Human Resources/Employee Relations
Opening Date: 11/07/2024

Position Description:
The Court's volunteer programs provide participants with valuable opportunities for practical work experience and skill development while familiarizing them with court procedures and operations. These programs aim to enhance understanding and appreciation for the judicial system. The Court offers various volunteer programs, including the Paralegal program, which provides experience in preparing legal documents for cases involving child support, spousal support, and health insurance issues. Participants in this program have access to networking opportunities and an overview of Court processes and procedures.

Volunteers donate their services without pay from the Court and without compensation or credit from a third party. This program is open to students currently enrolled in paralegal schools, colleges, and universities throughout LA County, as well as individuals who have completed a Paralegal certificate program. Most programs also allow participation as a volunteer.

What to Expect Next:
If you meet the qualifications for the program you applied for, you will be placed on an eligibility list for up to 6 months and considered for available opportunities. Please provide a current and accurate email address for communication from the Court. Applicants will be notified of their application status via email. To ensure you receive notifications, add to your safe senders list.

Questions:
For any questions regarding this posting, please email ****. Follow us on social media for updates and information about the Court's volunteer programs.

Agency: **Members Only**
Address: 111 N. Hill Street, Rm. 203, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Website: ****

Volunteer Programs Supplemental Questionnaire:
* Question 1: In which program/area are you interested in participating?
- Court Administration & Courthouse Operations
- Judicial and Courtroom Operations
- Family Court Services Mediation (requires ASCW or AMFT accreditation)
- Paralegal (requires paralegal certification or current study)
- Not Sure
* Question 2: Indicate all areas where you would be willing to work.
- LAX/Airport
- Alhambra
- Antelope Valley
- Bellflower
- Beverly Hills
- Burbank
- Downtown .
- Chatsworth
- Compton
- Downey
- East .
- El Monte
- Glendale
- Hollywood
- Inglewood
- Lancaster
- Long Beach
- Los Padrinos
- Monrovia
- Monterey Park
- Norwalk
- Pasadena
- Pomona
- Santa Clarita
- San Fernando
- Santa Monica
- Sylmar
- Torrance
- Van Nuys
- West Covina
- Whittier
- Remote
* Question 3: What is your current availability?
* Question 4: How long do you plan to commit to the program?
* Question 5: Are you under 18 years old? (If yes, proof of eligibility to work must be attached to your application)
* Question 6: If you are under 18 years old, provide contact information for the high school counselor, instructor, or representative of a participating community/professional organization/church who referred you.
* Question 7: For-Credit Internship: Will you be receiving accreditation or course credit for a school or certification program as a result of your work?
* Question 8: For-Credit Internship: If yes, provide the following information:
- School and/or program
- School/program representative contact information
- Requirements for receiving credit
- Attach relevant documentation to your application
* Question 9: If you were referred by an organization, agency, school, government program, or other program, provide contact information for the agency and representative/case manager.
* Question 10: If you are looking for placement in a specific department, litigation area, or judge/commissioner, indicate it here.
* Question 11: If you are applying as part of a cohort, indicate it here.

The **Members Only** is seeking volunteers for various programs. These opportunities provide practical work experience, skill development, and an understanding of the judicial system. The Court offers volunteer programs in various areas, such as Court Administration, Judicial Operations, and Paralegal work. Volunteers do not receive pay or compensation from the Court, and the program is open to students and individuals who have completed a Paralegal certificate program.

Join our volunteer programs and gain valuable experience while making a difference in your community! Apply now to be considered for available opportunities.