Family Law Legal Assistant

Jobot; San Diego (CA); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive base pay

Full benefits

PTO and holidays

401K

Room for growth

Résumé du poste

Jobot in San Diego, CA is seeking a dedicated Family Law Legal Assistant to join our growing firm. You will provide administrative and litigation support to family law attorneys, manage calendars, draft and file legal documents, and coordinate with clients and court personnel.

The role offers competitive compensation, full benefits, generous PTO, a 401K, and clear opportunities for growth within a respected firm that values professionalism and discretion in handling sensitive information.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a legal setting (Exposure to family law is a plus)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn legal software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive client information
• A genuine desire to learn and grow in a legal environment

Responsabilités

• Provide administrative and litigation support to family law attorneys
• Prepare, draft, proofread, and file legal documents including motions, pleadings, declarations, and correspondence
• Manage attorney calendars, court deadlines, and case schedules
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• Maintain and organize physical and electronic case files
• E-file documents with California courts
• Assist with trial preparation including organizing exhibits and preparing binders
• Track outstanding tasks and deadlines to keep cases moving efficiently

Connaissances

Legal experience

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Discretion and professionalism

Willingness to learn legal software

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Family Law Legal Assistant

$60000 - $65000 per year | San Diego, CA | On-site | Permanent

Come join a growing Law Firm in SD! Tons of opportunity for growth and promotions!

A bit about us:

We are one of San Diego's most respected family law firms with 200+ years of combined attorney experience and a team of Board Certified Family Law Specialists. From divorce and child custody to domestic violence and prenuptial agreements, we handle every aspect of family law with expertise, compassion, and urgency.

We are looking for a motivated Legal Assistant to join our San Diego team and grow alongside some of the best family law attorneys in California.

Why join us?

What We Offer:

• Competitive base pay and overall compensation package
• Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Generous PTO, vacation, sick, and holidays
• 401K
• ROOM FOR GROWTH

Job Details

What You Will Do

• Provide administrative and litigation support to family law attorneys
• Prepare, draft, proofread, and file legal documents including motions, pleadings, declarations, and correspondence
• Manage attorney calendars, court deadlines, and case schedules
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• Maintain and organize physical and electronic case files
• E-file documents with California courts
• Assist with trial preparation including organizing exhibits and preparing binders
• Track outstanding tasks and deadlines to keep cases moving efficiently

What You Bring

• Previous experience in a legal setting (Exposure to family law is a plus)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn legal software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive client information
• A genuine desire to learn and grow in a legal environment

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