Family Law Paralegal

JKZ LLP•San Francisco, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Paralegal – Family Law provides procedural, drafting, and case-management support in family law matters, including dissolutions, relationship agreements, custody/visitation issues, support disputes, property division, domestic violence proceedings, and adoptions. This role requires strong emotional intelligence, accuracy, and knowledge of family court rules and forms. Additionally, the Paralegal – Family Law must have strong organizational skills, knowledge of statutory requirements, and the ability to manage sensitive client matters, as well as being extremely detail-oriented, organized, critical about accuracy, spelling and grammar and possess the ability to prioritize and follow up. This is a very fast-paced environment, and the Paralegal – Family Law must be able to multitask and assist attorneys with a voluminous caseload. This role requires a self-starter who is willing and open to learning new skills as well as taking initiative and being proactive. JKZ employees are expected to “Think Outside the Box,” applying creativity, sound judgment, and initiative to deliver thoughtful solutions and exceptional client service. Paralegals are expected to model and uphold JKZ’s mission, vision, and values in all professional interactions and to consistently produce work that meets or exceeds the JKZ Standard. The Paralegal – Family Law will have other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

Excellent critical thinking, judgment, analytical reasoning, attention to detail, and high-level cognitive functioning.
Ability to remain composed, strategic, and solution-oriented in high-pressure or emotionally charged situations.
Prolonged periods of sitting, reading, and working at a computer.
Occasional lifting of files or materials up to 15 pounds.
Occasional travel to court, client meetings, or other legal proceedings.
Work is performed in a professional office environment.
Paralegal certificate or attestation.
1-3 years recent experience as a Paralegal in a law firm.
Communicate promptly and effectively with clients and colleagues.
Strong research, writing and strategic thinking skills.
Reliability, accountability, and ownership of assigned work.
Experience with family law forms (FL Judicial Council forms) and county-specific requirements.
Familiarity with court procedures, filing requirements, and rules of civil procedure.
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and modern law firm practice management software.
Excellent command of English, including grammar, usage, form, and style.