Family Law Paralegal

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 Services

• 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.

Benefits

• 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
• 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
• Low-Cost Plans: Dental PPO & Vision Insurance, Long term disability & life insurance, Workers Compensation coverage
• Cash Out Options: Vacation Cash Out: 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