Family Law Paralegal - San Jose, CA
About The Position
Cordell & Cordell is hiring a Family Law Paralegal to support its family law practice. The role involves preparing legal documents and case materials, managing case calendars and deadlines, and communicating with clients, courts, and opposing counsel. The paralegal will handle sensitive client information carefully and provide accurate, timely support during emotionally sensitive legal matters, including divorce, custody disputes, and child support matters. The posting says the role is onsite Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and requires reliable transportation. The title identifies San Jose, CA, while the body also lists Orlando, FL as the location. Compensation is based on total years of legal practice and the complexity of family law experience. The stated base pay range is $69,800–$112,500 USD, and the role may include merit increases and performance-based bonuses. Full-time benefits are offered.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of family law paralegal or legal assistant experience.
- Associate degree in paralegal studies or equivalent.
- Excellent typing skills and computer literacy, including a solid understanding of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
- Proficiency with legal software and case management systems such as Smart Advocate, Clio, MyCase, or similar.
- Ability to focus on details, handle multiple tasks, and remain highly organized.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a collaborative and approachable demeanor.
- Professional presence and ability to interact confidently with clients and colleagues.
- Reliable transportation and ability to work onsite Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
- Proactive mindset and willingness to go above and beyond on simple requests to make things easier for others.
Responsibilities
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and other legal documents.
- Prepare financial disclosures, child support worksheets, parenting plans, and related documentation.
- Manage case calendars, track deadlines, and ensure timely filings.
- Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.
- Edit draft documents to reflect client changes and prepare documents for signing.
- Handle sensitive client data with discretion, care, and accuracy.
- Complete assigned tasks accurately and promptly, meeting agreed-upon deadlines.
- Provide case management, document preparation, and client communication to support clients through family law matters.
Benefits
- Medical plans, including HDHP, PPO, HSA, and FSA options.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Life and AD&D insurance.
- Long-term disability insurance.
- Short-term disability insurance.
- 401(k) savings plan with employer matching.
- Paid time off.
- Wellness program, with the potential to earn employer-paid health premiums.
- Merit increases and bonuses based on individual performance and company profitability.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
