Family Law Paralegal

National Legal Aid & Defender Association; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision and dental plans

Laptop provided

Cell phone provided

Mileage reimbursement

Bar exam leave loan

School loan assistance

Job summary

The National Legal Aid & Defender Association in Fresno, CA seeks a Family Law Paralegal to assist with case management from intake to trial under attorney supervision. The role involves drafting requests for relief and screening for CCLS referrals while collaborating with community partners.

This is a full-time, non-exempt, union position with a pay range of $20.22 to $32.79 per hour. You will work with CCLS advocates, attend weekly meetings, and support clients in diverse family law matters.

Qualifications

• Assist with family law case management from intake to trial under attorney supervision.
• Screen for CCLS services and provide referrals to community partners.
• Attend trainings and stay updated on changes in the law.

Responsibilities

• Interview and assist self-help litigants.
• Work with CCLS advocates to ensure high-quality legal services.
• Participate in weekly CCLS case review meetings.
• Identify systemic issues through casework and data review.
• Interface with CCLS and California advocates on mutual interests.
• Engage with client groups and community-based service providers.
• Participate in community outreach and education events.
• Carry out CCLS policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Case management

Legal research

Client advocacy

Data analysis

Education

Paralegal certificate

Tools

Case management software

Job description

Position Description

Reports to Supervising Attorney FLSA Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Union position

Application Deadline: Until Filled Salary: $20.22 to $32.79 per hour

Under attorney supervision, the Family Law Paralegal will assist with case management from intake to trial, which may include, advice, representation, and/or drafting requests for domestic violence restraining orders, child custody, dissolution of marriage, spousal support, child support, special immigrant juvenile status, or other family law matters. The Paralegal will also screen for CCLS services and provide appropriate referrals to community partners.

DUTIES

• Interview, assist and otherwise provide high-quality services to self-help litigants consistent with CCLS program priorities;
• Work with other CCLS advocates to ensure the delivery of high-quality legal services;
• Participate in weekly CCLS case review meetings;
• Identify and analyze systemic issues through individual casework, review of CCLS data and participation in statewide networks of legal services advocates;
• Interface with other CCLS and California advocates on issues of mutual interest;
• Participate with client groups and community-based service providers;
• Participate in community outreach and education events;
• Carry out CCLS policies and procedures;
• Attend training and keep abreast of changes in the law;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Ccls Benefits Package Overview

Work/Life Balance

• 7.5 hour work day / 37.5 hour week
• 14.5 Paid Holidays
• Free wellness counseling & resources
• Union protection for applicable positions

Rewards for Dedication

• Annual pay increases
• Overtime for Hourly/Non-exempt staff
• Compensatory Time for Salaried/Exempt staff

More than Base Pay

• School Loan Assistance up to $500/month
• Bilingual Pay up to $90/month
• Home internet reimbursement of $25/month
• CCLS issued laptop & cell phone
• CA State Bar dues paid in full
• Mileage reimbursement

Retirement Contribution

• CCLS contributes to staff 403(b) plans starting at the one-year anniversary:
• Year 1 to 2 – 1% of salary contributed
• Year 2 to 3 – 2% of salary contributed
• Year 3 to 4 – 3% of salary contributed
• Year 4 to 5 – 4% of salary contributed
• Year 5+ - 5% of salary contributed

Group Health Insurance

• Coverage begins 1st of the month following hire date
• CCLS pays 100% for staff health insurance coverage
• CCLS pays 67% of staff dependent health insurance coverage
• Low-Cost Plans for:
• Dental PPO & Vision Insurance
• Long term disability & life insurance
• Workers Compensation coverage

Cash Out Options

• Vacation Cash Out:
• Accrued vacation cashed out & added to paycheck upon request
• Overtime Pay Out (Non-Exempt Staff):
• OT paid out within 30 days of accrual, per State standards

Computer Loan Fund

• Up to $1,500 interest free loan to assist staff with personal computer purchase

State Bar Exam Leave & Loan

• Protected leave for CA Bar Exam
• Interest-free loan for Bar Exam & study course fees
• Up to 8 weeks salary advance