Senior Paralegal

2 weeks ago

San Jose, CA, United States Seabrook Law Offices Full time
Senior Paralegal - Seabrook Family Law
Location: San Jose, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us:
At Seabrook Family Law, we specialize in providing expert legal services in family law, with a focus on high-net-worth clients. We are looking for an experienced Senior Paralegal to join our team and provide critical support to attorneys in case management, legal research, document preparation, and client communication.

Position Summary:
As a Senior Paralegal, you will be responsible for managing complex legal cases, conducting legal research, drafting and analyzing documents, and providing critical support to attorneys in high-net-worth family law proceedings. You will also ensure compliance with company protocols and assist in representing clients before administrative agencies when permitted.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Billable Hours: Accurately meet billable requirements, entering all billable time by 9:00 AM Monday for the prior week.
  • Case Management: Oversee case development, ensuring all legal protocols are followed (Case Review, Court Prep, Strategy Session memo).
  • Legal Research & Drafting: Conduct comprehensive legal research and draft documents such as pleadings, motions, and correspondence.
  • Client & Attorney Communication: Document client and opposing counsel calls, ensuring attorney responses within 48 hours of receipt.
  • Courtroom Preparation: Assist attorneys in preparing for hearings and trials by organizing trial binders, witness lists, exhibit lists, and ensuring timely service of documents.
  • Client Interaction: Communicate with clients regularly to gather information, provide updates, and answer questions.
  • Billing and Trust Accounts: Assist billing in requesting trust account replenishments and ensure accurate financial tracking for clients.
  • Compliance & Reporting: Adhere to Seabrook Law protocols, reporting any potential malpractice claims or BAR complaints to the owner immediately.
  • Other Duties: Ensure witness preparation for case parties and experts before hearings, document phone calls, and manage attorney calendars and deadlines.
Qualifications:
  • Education:
    • Certificate of completion of an ABA-approved paralegal program, OR
    • Degree with 24 law-related units from an accredited institution, OR
    • High school diploma/GED with a minimum of three years of law-related experience under the supervision of a California attorney.
  • Certifications: Paralegal certification preferred.
  • Experience:
    • Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in family law, with at least five (5) years in high-net-worth family law cases.
    • Familiarity with courts in Santa Clara or Alameda counties preferred.
  • Key Skills:
    • High level of confidentiality and integrity.
    • Excellent legal drafting and research skills.
    • Strong written and oral communication skills.
    • Ability to work well under pressure and handle multiple priorities.
    • Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
    • Collaborative, team-oriented, and able to work effectively with others.
  • Technical Proficiency:
    • High proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
    • Experience with case management software (i.e., CLIO) preferred.
    • Proficient in standard office equipment.

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