Experienced Family Law Paralegal
Job Description
Job Description
Experienced Family Law Paralegal
Okhovat Law Group
About Us
Okhovat Law Group is a growing California family law firm dedicated to providing high-quality legal representation with compassion, integrity, and professionalism.
We are seeking an experienced, motivated, and detail-oriented Family Law Paralegal to join our team. We maintain a friendly, collaborative, and supportive work environment while holding ourselves to high standards in the quality of our work and service to our clients.
The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in California family law and be capable of independently preparing pleadings, discovery, and other legal documents for attorney review, without requiring extensive guidance or supervision on routine assignments.
Responsibilities
- Independently draft and prepare family law pleadings, including Requests for Order, responsive declarations, supporting declarations, and other litigation documents.
- Prepare and respond to discovery, including interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admission, and subpoenas.
- Review and organize discovery responses, identify deficiencies, and assist with meet-and-confer correspondence.
- Prepare Judicial Council forms and supporting documentation for family law proceedings.
- Draft legal correspondence, settlement communications, and other case-related documents.
- Assist attorneys with preparation for hearings, trials, mediations, and settlement conferences.
- Communicate regularly with clients to obtain information, documents, and updates regarding their cases.
- Manage court deadlines, maintain litigation calendars, and ensure timely completion and filing of documents.
- Electronically file and serve documents in California courts.
- Maintain organized electronic and physical client files.
- Proactively follow up on outstanding assignments and help move cases forward efficiently.
- Perform other legal and administrative duties as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of three years of experience working in California family law, including substantial experience independently drafting pleadings and discovery.
- Ability to prepare complete, well-organized, and professionally written legal documents with minimal instruction, subject to attorney review and approval.
- Strong knowledge of California family law procedures, Judicial Council forms, discovery rules, and court filing requirements.
- Excellent writing, grammar, proofreading, and communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple cases and competing deadlines.
- Ability to take initiative, exercise sound judgment, and independently identify and resolve problems.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat, and legal practice management software.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and compassionately with clients.
- Professionalism, reliability, discretion, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to remain organized, productive, and professional in a busy litigation environment.
- Must satisfy the applicable California qualifications for paralegals under Business and Professions Code section 6450.
Preferred Qualifications
- Five or more years of experience in a California family law practice.
- Experience preparing complex family law pleadings, financial disclosures, and discovery-related motions.
- Familiarity with family law litigation involving child custody, support, property division, and domestic violence restraining orders.
- Proficiency with Clio, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Google Workspace, and Dropbox.
- Experience with Los Angeles County and surrounding California Superior Courts.
- Experience organizing exhibits and preparing documents for contested evidentiary hearings and trials.
What We're Looking For
We are seeking more than someone who can complete assigned tasks. We want a professional who takes ownership of their responsibilities, anticipates what needs to be done, and consistently produces accurate, high-quality work.
The successful candidate should be comfortable receiving an assignment, reviewing the relevant case materials, and independently preparing a complete initial draft for attorney review.
Strong attention to detail, excellent writing skills, initiative, and the ability to manage assignments efficiently are essential.
Because family law clients are often dealing with sensitive and emotionally challenging circumstances, patience, compassion, and professionalism are equally important.
Work Environment
- Modern, professional office setting.
- Friendly and supportive team atmosphere.
- Office kitchen and amenities.
- Opportunities for professional development and meaningful involvement in family law litigation.
Position Details
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: Woodland Hills, CA
Compensation: $30-50 per hour, based on experience
Benefits: Sick time, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) with match, free parking
How to Apply
Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit their resume, including a description of their experience preparing family law pleadings and discovery.
Applicants should have hands-on experience independently drafting substantive legal documents in California family law cases.
Okhovat Law Group is an equal opportunity employer.
\nCompany Description
Okhovat Law Group is a growing California family law firm dedicated to providing high-quality legal representation with compassion, integrity, and professionalism.
Company Description
Okhovat Law Group is a growing California family law firm dedicated to providing high-quality legal representation with compassion, integrity, and professionalism.