Senior Paralegal

Doppelt and Forney, APLC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid legal holidays

3% 401(k) matching

Firm contribution to medical, dental,

Five paid sick days

One week of paid vacation

Job summary

Doppelt and Forney, APLC is seeking an experienced paralegal to organize, track, and maintain case files, and to prepare Judicial Council forms, pleadings, declarations, and discovery materials in family law matters.

The role requires excellent writing and communication skills, strict confidentiality, and the ability to manage multiple cases, calendars, and client communications effectively. A Certificate in Paralegal Studies is required, with a preference for 7+ years in family law.

Qualifications

• Certificate in Paralegal Studies required.
• Minimum of 10 years of paralegal experience, 7 years in family law preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of legal principles and practices.
• Strong communication and writing skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Organize, track, build, and maintain case files.
• Prepare Judicial Council forms, pleadings, declarations, trial briefs, binders, exhibits, reports, and spreadsheets.
• Maintain contact with opposing parties, counsel, and clients.
• Prepare and respond to discovery and subpoenas.
• Maintain a calendar to track deadlines per Code of Civil Procedure and Family Law rules.
• Schedule client appointments, monitor calendars, and inform attorneys of court dates.
• Assist attorneys with hearing and trial preparation.
• Perform miscellaneous duties including potential new client intake, answering phones, and collections.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Education

Certificate in Paralegal Studies

Tools

WordPerfect

Microsoft Office

TimeSolv

Google Calendar

Job description

• Organize, track, build, and maintain case files.
• Prepare standard Judicial Council forms, pleadings, declarations, trial briefs and binders, exhibit binders, reports, correspondence, and spreadsheets.
• Maintain contact with opposing parties, counsel, and clients.
• Prepare and respond to discovery, which includes demand for the production of documents, interrogatories, requests for admissions, and subpoenas.
• Maintain a calendar to track deadlines in accordance with the Code of Civil Procedure, Family Law Codes, and the Rules of Court.
• Schedule client appointments, monitor calendars, and keep attorneys and clients informed of scheduled court dates.
• Assist attorneys with hearing and trial preparation.
• Perform miscellaneous job duties related to the position including potential new client intake, answering phones, and collections as needed.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Primary Job Duties

• Organize, track, build, and maintain case files.
• Prepare standard Judicial Council forms, pleadings, declarations, trial briefs and binders, exhibit binders, reports, correspondence, and spreadsheets.
• Maintain contact with opposing parties, counsel, and clients.
• Prepare and respond to discovery, which includes demand for the production of documents, interrogatories, requests for admissions, and subpoenas.
• Maintain a calendar to track deadlines in accordance with the Code of Civil Procedure, Family Law Codes, and the Rules of Court.
• Schedule client appointments, monitor calendars, and keep attorneys and clients informed of scheduled court dates.
• Assist attorneys with hearing and trial preparation.
• Perform miscellaneous job duties related to the position including potential new client intake, answering phones, and collections as needed.

Education/Experience

• Certificate in Paralegal Studies required.
• Minimum of 10 years of paralegal experience, 7 years of family law experience is preferable.
• Thorough knowledge of legal principles and practices.
• Must possess critical thinking skills, planning, and organizing skills.
• Strong communication skills and writing skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Proficient in Word Perfect, Microsoft Office, Essential Forms, Google Calendar, and knowledge of TimeSolv is preferable.
• Ability to handle multiple cases and job duties effectively and efficiently.

Benefits

• 10 paid legal holidays a year
• 3% 401(k) matching after a year.
• Firm contribution to medical, dental, and vision.
• Five paid sick days per year.
• One week of paid vacation after a year of employment.

Competitive Salary and Compensation Package start immediately.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week