Family Law Paralegal

Position Description

Reports to Supervising Attorney FLSA Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Union position

Application Deadline: Until Filled Salary: $20.22 to $24.11 per hour

Under attorney supervision, the Family Law Paralegal is an entry level position designed to preliminarily assist the Family Law practice group with litigation-based administrative duties while being trained by the Supervising Attorney to handle an individual caseload. Interested candidates must have a specific desire to practice Family Law and assist CCLS clients with issues involving domestic violence.

DUTIES

• Submit electronic court filings in all counties served by CCLS;
• Prepare and send pleadings to opposing counsel via email and U.S. Mail;
• Prepare flash drives with audio/video recordings for CCLS advocates and opposing counsel;
• Transcribe Spanish/English audio and video recordings for client files;
• Prepare County Sheriff Instruction forms;
• Prepare requests for court copies or personal service via the court runner;
• Meet with CCLS clients to accept and provide case file documents;
• Scan and e-file client court documents upon receipt;
• Other administrative duties as assigned.
• Interview, assist and otherwise provide high quality services to self-help litigants consistent with CCLS program priorities;
• Draft and file documents related to family law matters, including but not limited to domestic violence restraining orders, dissolution of marriage, child custody, contempt of court, and declarations.
• Respond to client’s phone calls and emails in a timely manner;
• Close cases with appropriate documentation and notes in a timely manner following completion of the case;
• Provide court accompaniment to clients, when appropriate and approved by the supervisor;
• Document all client contacts and casework in the case management system on a daily basis;
• Work with other CCLS advocates to ensure the delivery of high-quality legal services;
• Participate in weekly CCLS team meetings;
• Participate in biweekly case review meetings;
• Identify and analyze systemic issues through individual casework and through review of CCLS data and participation in statewide networks of legal services advocates;
• Interface with other CCLS and California advocates on issues of mutual interest;
• Participate with client groups and community-based service providers;
• Participate in community outreach and education events;
• Carry out CCLS policies and procedures;
• Attend training and keep abreast of changes in the law;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Ccls Benefits Package Overview

Work/Life Balance

• 7.5 hour work day / 37.5 hour week
• 14.5 Paid Holidays
• Free wellness counseling & resources
• Union protection for applicable positions

Rewards for Dedication

• Annual pay increases
• Overtime for Hourly/Non-exempt staff
• Compensatory Time for Salaried/Exempt staff

More than Base Pay

• School Loan Assistance up to $500/month
• Bilingual Pay up to $90/month
• Home internet reimbursement of $25/month
• CCLS issued laptop & cell phone
• CA State Bar dues paid in full
• Mileage reimbursement

Retirement Contribution

• CCLS contributes to staff 403(b) plans starting at the one-year anniversary:
• Year 1 to 2 – 1% of salary contributed
• Year 2 to 3 – 2% of salary contributed
• Year 3 to 4 – 3% of salary contributed
• Year 4 to 5 – 4% of salary contributed
• Year 5+ - 5% of salary contributed

Group Health Insurance

• Coverage begins 1st of the month following hire date
• CCLS pays 100% for staff health insurance coverage
• CCLS pays 67% of staff dependent health insurance coverage
• Dental PPO & Vision Insurance
• Long term disability & life insurance
• Workers Compensation coverage

Cash Out Options

• Accrued vacation cashed out & added to paycheck upon request
• Overtime Pay Out (Non-Exempt Staff):
• OT paid out within 30 days of accrual, per State standards

Computer Loan Fund

• Up to $1,500 interest free loan to assist staff with personal computer purchase

State Bar Exam Leave & Loan

• Protected leave for CA Bar Exam
• Interest-free loan for Bar Exam & study course fees
• Up to 8 weeks salary advance