Experienced Family Law Paralegal

Family Law Paralegal

We are a collaborative small law firm seeking an experienced paralegal to support our attorneys and clients in a fast-paced practice. Our team values high-quality legal work, professionalism, compassion, and mutual respect. We are committed to maintaining a positive work environment where strong client service and work-life balance can coexist.

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to join a close-knit team where your contributions will be valued and your skills will play an important role in the day-to-day success of the practice. We offer flexible hours, a hybrid work schedule, and a supportive environment with clear communication and teamwork.

What You Will Do

• Draft pleadings and other legal documents using Microsoft Office and legal forms software, including discovery and disclosures
• Prepare matters for hearings and trial by organizing evidence, exhibits, and binders
• Manage physical and digital case files and workflows in Clio
• Assist with billing and collections in Clio, including time entry, invoice generation, and client follow-up
• Serve as a professional first point of contact by answering phones, routing calls, and welcoming clients
• Interview prospective and current clients and summarize information for attorneys
• Review and summarize legal documents and discovery
• Coordinate calendars, deadlines, and scheduling
• Collaborate closely with attorneys on case management and workflow

Required Qualifications:

• Proven paralegal experience in a law office setting
• At least 3 years of family law experience, including hands-on use of family law forms, or comparable directly relevant experience
• Strong command of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Excellent legal writing and proofreading skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize and follow through
• Comfort with office administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and maintaining supplies
• Professional phone etiquette and strong interpersonal skills with clients
• A collaborative attitude and willingness to learn

Preferred:

• Experience with Clio
• Legal research skills using Lexis
• Familiarity with local court forms and procedures

We value:

• Excellent client service grounded in empathy and clear communication
• Thorough, professional work product
• Teamwork, mutual respect, and shared responsibility
• Ethical billing practices
• Flexibility and balance, including hybrid work options where feasible

Schedule and Status

• Open to full-time and part-time candidates, with a minimum of 24 hours per week
• Hybrid work available with flexible hours

How To Apply

Please send your resume, a brief cover letter, and a redacted writing sample if available.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $30.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Family Law Paralegal: 3 years (Preferred)
• Paralegal: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Paralegal Certificate (Preferred)
• Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Mateo, CA 94403