Senior Family Law Paralegal

Fair Cadora, Apc•San Diego, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Fair Cadora, APC is seeking an experienced Senior Family Law Paralegal to join their growing family law practice in San Diego. This is a full-time, on-site position with full benefits, including a 4-day, 32-hour workweek with full pay. The firm was founded in 2011 and serves clients throughout San Diego County, offering a supportive, respectful, and collaborative work environment. They pride themselves on delivering high-quality, results-driven representation with compassion, emphasizing early education and clear communication to help clients make the best decisions for their families. They support various paths for clients, including litigation, negotiation, mediation, Collaborative Divorce, and consulting.

Requirements

Paralegal certification
Minimum of 5 years of experience as a paralegal in family law
Strong working knowledge of California family law procedures and court rules
Demonstrated ability to independently manage cases, deadlines, and competing priorities
Experience preparing and filing complex family law pleadings and documents
Strong understanding of discovery, financial disclosures, and litigation procedures
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
Sound judgment, professionalism, and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information
Ability to communicate effectively and compassionately with clients experiencing highly emotional and stressful circumstances
Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment
Proficiency with legal technology, case management software, e-filing systems, and Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

Takes initiative and anticipates the needs of attorneys and clients
Is confident managing cases with a high degree of independence
Can effectively prioritize a full workload while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
Understands the importance of deadlines and follows through consistently
Communicates clearly, professionally, and compassionately
Enjoys working directly with clients and building trusted professional relationships
Demonstrates strong judgment and discretion
Is comfortable working in a fast-paced legal environment without losing sight of quality and client care
Enjoys mentoring and supporting less experienced team members
Is committed to continuous improvement and looks for ways to make processes more efficient and effective

Responsibilities

Independently manage family law case initiation through final judgment, ensuring compliance with court rules, procedural requirements, and all filing and litigation deadlines.
Prepare and file complex legal documents, including pleadings, discovery, financial disclosures, declarations, Requests for Orders (RFOs), Marital Settlement Agreements, Judgments, and other family law documents, while maintaining accuracy and compliance with California law.
Coordinate all aspects of litigation and trial preparation, including calendaring, e-filing, service of process, document management, mediation and hearing preparation, trial notebooks, exhibits, and attorney support throughout the litigation process.
Serve as the primary liaison for clients and case stakeholders, maintaining consistent communication, gathering and analyzing financial and case-related documents, and supporting attorneys with case strategy and settlement preparation.
Provide leadership and operational support by mentoring junior paralegals and legal assistants, improving workflows, maintaining case management systems, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality legal services and exceptional client care.