Family Law Paralegal

Orionplacement; Ontario (CA); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orionplacement in Ontario, CA is seeking an experienced family law paralegal to support attorneys throughout case lifecycles. You will prepare and organize pleadings, discovery, and court documents while coordinating deadlines and communications.

The role emphasizes strong organizational and writing skills, familiarity with California family law procedures, and the ability to work in a hybrid, tech-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of family law paralegal experience.
• Strong knowledge of California family law procedures and documentation.
• Experience supporting divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, property division.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys throughout the lifecycle of family law cases from intake through resolution.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain case files, pleadings, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Assist with preparation for hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and trials.
• Coordinate discovery and organize case-related documentation.
• Prepare and manage Judicial Council forms and supporting documentation.
• Assist with drafting declarations, pleadings, discovery responses, and settlement documents.
• Track deadlines, court dates, filings, and case requirements.
• Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, courts, opposing counsel, and other parties.
• Support attorneys with case preparation and ensure files are trial-ready.
• Work effectively in a paperless, technology-driven legal environment.

Skills

Family law paralegal

Organizational skills

Written communication

Time management

Deadline management

Legal technology

Education

California paralegal experience

Tools

Electronic case management systems

Job description

Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a growing family law practice where your experience directly supports clients through important life transitions.
• Take ownership of substantive family law casework while working alongside attorneys and a dedicated support team.
• Enjoy a hybrid schedule that provides flexibility while keeping you connected to the team and legal work.
• Put your 5+ years of family law experience to work on meaningful divorce, custody, support, and related matters.
• Work in a collaborative, technology-driven environment focused on strong systems, communication, and client care.
• Grow with a firm that values initiative, accountability, compassion, and continuous improvement.

Location

Ontario, CA - Hybrid, offering a flexible mix of remote work and in-office collaboration.

Note

5+ years of directly relevant family law paralegal experience is required. Strong candidates should be comfortable supporting active family law matters and working independently in a fast-paced environment.

About Us

We are a growing family law practice dedicated to helping clients navigate divorce, custody, support, and other complex family law matters with clarity and confidence. Our team combines compassionate client service, strategic thinking, strong advocacy, innovation, and teamwork to help families move forward. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Support attorneys throughout the lifecycle of family law cases from intake through resolution.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain case files, pleadings, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Assist with preparation for hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and trials.
• Coordinate discovery and help gather, organize, and analyze case-related documentation.
• Prepare and manage Judicial Council forms and supporting documentation as directed.
• Assist with drafting declarations, pleadings, discovery responses, settlement documents, and other case materials.
• Track deadlines, court dates, filings, and case requirements to keep matters moving efficiently.
• Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, courts, opposing counsel, and other parties.
• Support attorneys with case preparation and help ensure files remain accurate, organized, and trial-ready.
• Work effectively in a paperless, technology-driven legal environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of family law paralegal experience.
• Strong knowledge of California family law procedures and documentation.
• Experience supporting divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, property division, and related matters.
• Strong organizational, writing, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency with legal technology and electronic case management systems.
• Professional, detail-oriented, proactive, and client-focused approach.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference while doing meaningful legal work in a supportive team environment. We value ownership, teamwork, compassion, innovation, clarity, and excellent communication, and we give experienced professionals the opportunity to contribute ideas and grow with the practice.

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Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance