BILINGUAL PARALEGAL (SPANISH REQUIRED)

Job Description

Job Description

1) Client Intake & Initial Case Setup

• Gather detailed client background: marriage date, separation date, children’s information, income, assets, debts.

• Explain basic case process (not legal advice) and manage expectations on timelines.

• Prepare, send, and follow up on client questionnaires and document requests.

• Open new matters in Clio Manage.

• Ensure conflict checks are cleared.

2) Drafting & Filing Court Documents

• Draft Petitions (FL-100), Responses (FL-120), Summons (FL-110).

• Prepare UCCJEA Declarations (FL-105) when children are involved.

• Draft and file Income & Expense Declarations (FL-150), Schedules of Assets and Debts (FL-142).

• Prepare Requests for Orders (RFOs) for custody, support, and attorney’s fees.

• Draft declarations supporting or opposing motions.

• Prepare Stipulations and Orders when parties agree.

• Draft Proofs of Service (FL-115) and file with the court.

• Draft subpoenas for financial or third-party records.

• Prepare trial briefs, witness lists, and exhibit lists.

3) Financial & Discovery Work

• Organize and analyze financial documents: pay stubs, tax returns, bank statements.

• Calculate preliminary child and spousal support using DissoMaster.

• Prepare or respond to discovery: Form Interrogatories, Special Interrogatories, Requests for Production.

• Track deadlines for discovery responses.

• Draft meet and confer letters if opposing counsel does not comply.

• Prepare motions to compel discovery, if necessary.

4) Calendar & Case Management

• Calendar all deadlines, hearings, and filing dates in Clio.

• Track service dates and statutory response times.

• Monitor upcoming deadlines for disclosures, discovery, and trial documents.

• Coordinate service of documents (in-person, by mail, or electronically).

• Ensure clients meet disclosure deadlines to avoid sanctions.

5) Hearing & Trial Preparation

• Assemble and tab trial binders with exhibits and declarations.

• Prepare witness binders.

• Coordinate with court reporters, process servers, and expert witnesses.

• Arrange for delivery of courtesy copies to the court.

• Draft Notices of Lodgment, trial briefs, and exhibit lists.

• Prepare and deliver chambers or courtesy copies as required by local rules.

6) Client & Opposing Counsel Communication

• Maintain regular communication with clients about upcoming tasks and deadlines.

• Relay attorney instructions clearly (no legal advice).

• Communicate with opposing counsel to coordinate stipulations or continuances.

• Document all communications in Clio for accurate record-keeping.

7) Billing & Timekeeping

• Record billable time daily in Clio Manage.

• Track costs advanced on behalf of the client (e.g., filing fees, service fees).

• Assist in preparing client invoices by reviewing time entries for accuracy.

8) Case Closeout

• Confirm that Final Judgment packet is complete (FL-180, FL-190).

• Draft Notices of Entry of Judgment.

• Archive closed files according to the firm’s retention policy.

• Ensure client receives copies of all final orders.

Required Qualifications

• Prior paralegal experience in family law- non negotiable.

• Extensive knowledge of California discovery rules and procedures.

• Proven experience drafting motions and pleadings.

• Bilingual in English and Spanish – non-negotiable.

• Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and ability to work independently.

• Proficiency in legal software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience

• Paid time off and holidays

• Opportunities for growth and development within the firm