Legal Staff Paralegal in Walnut Creek, CA

Law Firm

Walnut Creek, CA

Legal Staff Paralegal in Walnut Creek, CA

Legal Staff

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Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance H1: Family Law Paralegal H2: Job Description Law Firm is seeking an organized, detail-oriented, and experienced Paralegal to join our team. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package with a starting salary between $65,000 - $70,000 annually, based on experience. The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: * At least 2 years of experience in legal services under an attorney or lawyer in a law firm setting * Required 1+ years of Family Law experience working in California * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills * The ability to work independently and as part of a team * Proficiency in software technology, Micorsoft Office, tools and case management tools * Knowledge and experience with California Code of Civil Procedure * Well versed in Family Law legal terminology, laws, judicial decisions, court jurisdictions, and procedures, and Family Law knowledge * ABA-approved paralegal certificate program, such as an Associate's degree or proprietary school program in paralegal studies * Must have a paralegal professional certification or have an advanced paralegal education * Experience with Trust & Probate is a plus Responsibilities: * Work closely with attorneys to prepare legal documentation, pleadings, and correspondence such as: petitions, interrogatories, subpoenas, deposition notices, pretrial orders, legal briefs, and declarations * Help lawyers prepare for trial by preparing and organizing exhibits, assisting with client meetings, filing motions, conducting research on legal articles, and organize and coordinate witnesses * Perform administrative duties such as answering phone calls and keeping our case filing system organized so all documents are readily accessible * Conduct initial interviews with clients to gather information about their legal issues * Coordinate law office activity, including the drafting subpoenas and coordinating with process servers * Assist other paralegals and attorneys with mailings and filings * Communicate with clients regarding the status of their case Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Disability insurance * Health insurance * Opportunities for advancement * Paid sick time * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Vision insurance If you are a dedicated and experienced Family Law Paralegal looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements.

ABA-approved paralegal certificate program, such as an Associate's degree or proprietary school program in paralegal studies, paralegal professional certification or an advanced paralegal education