Paralegal/Admin (California Family Law)

ZigZag Philippines; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 335,000 - 670,000; Full time

Job summary

ZigZag Philippines is seeking a qualified paralegal to support California civil and family law matters from its Manila operations. You will draft and review documents, file electronically, and help maintain case files and deadlines using leading case management software.

The role requires knowledge of California procedures, strong organizational skills, and excellent English communication. Candidates should be able to work independently and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Preferably at least a year of direct experience in California Family Law.
• Strong knowledge of California court procedures, filings, and deadlines.
• Experience with civil and family litigation.
• Proficiency with legal case management software (e.g., Clio, MyCase, PracticePanther, or similar platforms).
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Fluent English with excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and prepare legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence for California civil or family law case
• File legal documents electronically through California court systems (including e-filing platforms)
• Maintain case files and deadlines using legal case management software
• Assist with case organization, discovery processes, calendaring, and document preparation
• Communicate professionally with clients, court staff, and opposing counsel
• Provide administrative support, including scheduling, document management, and trial preparation

Skills

California Family Law

Court Procedures

Litigation Experience

Case Management Software

Attention to detail

English Fluency

Deadline Management

Independent Work

Tools

Clio

MyCase

PracticePanther

Job description

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and prepare legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence for California civil or family law case

• File legal documents electronically through California court systems (including e-filing platforms)

• Maintain case files and deadlines using legal case management software

• Assist with case organization, discovery processes, calendaring, and document preparation

• Communicate professionally with clients, court staff, and opposing counsel

• Provide administrative support, including scheduling, document management, and trial preparation

Qualifications:

• Preferably at least a year of direct experience in California Family Law

• Strong knowledge of California court procedures, filings, and deadlines

• Experience with both civil and family litigation

• Proficiency with legal case management software (e.g., Clio, MyCase, PracticePanther, or similar platforms)

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Fluent English with excellent written and verbal communication

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines