Family Law Paralegal

Schank Family Law; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Schank Family Law in Riverside, CA seeks a detail-oriented Family Law Paralegal to support attorneys in divorce, child custody, and domestic violence proceedings. The role covers document prep, filing, case management, and client communication while upholding confidentiality and professionalism.

On-site, full-time position requiring strong research, drafting, and organizational skills, plus familiarity with California family law procedures and electronic filing systems.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Law and family law procedures, with the ability to understand and apply relevant statutes and court rules.
• Proficiency in Legal Document Preparation, including drafting pleadings, declarations, discovery requests, and court forms.
• Excellent Communication skills for interacting with clients, attorneys, court personnel, and opposing counsel in a clear and professional manner.
• Ability to conduct thorough Research and perform Document Review, including organizing, analyzing, and summarizing case materials.
• Attention to detail, strong organizational and time-management skills, and ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.
• Proficiency with legal case management software, Microsoft Office, and electronic filing systems.
• Paralegal certificate or equivalent education, and prior experience as a family law paralegal in California preferred.
• Commitment to maintaining client confidentiality, professionalism, and a respectful, inclusive workplace.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and filing legal documents.
• Organizing case files and managing deadlines.
• Maintaining communication with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.
• Conducting legal and factual research and reviewing documents.
• Assisting with discovery and trial preparation.

Skills

Law & family law procedures

Legal Document Preparation

Communication skills

Research & Document Review

Time Management & Organization

Education

Paralegal certificate or equivalent

CA family law experience (preferred)

Tools

Legal case management software

Microsoft Office

Electronic filing systems

Job description

Company Description Schank Family Law is a California-based family law firm dedicated to representing clients through challenging domestic matters, including divorce, child custody, and domestic violence restraining orders. The firm focuses on providing compassionate, strategic legal services tailored to each client’s unique situation. Team members work closely with clients to help them understand their options and navigate the family court system. Schank Family Law values professionalism, clear communication, and strong advocacy in every case. The firm offers a supportive environment for legal professionals committed to making a meaningful impact in clients’ lives.

Role Description The Family Law Paralegal will provide comprehensive support to attorneys in all aspects of family law matters, including divorce, child custody, and domestic violence restraining orders. Day-to-day responsibilities include preparing and filing legal documents, organizing case files, managing deadlines, and maintaining communication with clients, courts, and opposing counsel. The role also involves conducting legal and factual research, reviewing and summarizing documents, and assisting with discovery and trial preparation. This is a full-time, on-site role located in Riverside, CA, requiring consistent in-office presence to support attorneys and collaborate with the legal team.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Law and family law procedures, with the ability to understand and apply relevant statutes and court rules.
• Proficiency in Legal Document Preparation, including drafting pleadings, declarations, discovery requests, and court forms.
• Excellent Communication skills for interacting with clients, attorneys, court personnel, and opposing counsel in a clear and professional manner.
• Ability to conduct thorough Research and perform Document Review, including organizing, analyzing, and summarizing case materials.
• Attention to detail, strong organizational and time-management skills, and ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.
• Proficiency with legal case management software, Microsoft Office, and electronic filing systems.
• Paralegal certificate or equivalent education, and prior experience as a family law paralegal in California preferred.
• Commitment to maintaining client confidentiality, professionalism, and a respectful, inclusive workplace.