Senior Family Law Paralegal

Adams & Martin Group is working with a boutique family law practice to identify a Mandarin-speaking Senior Family Law Paralegal to support its growing legal team. This direct hire opportunity offers a fully remote schedule and is well suited for an experienced California family law professional who is fluent in Mandarin, highly organized, proactive, and comfortable managing complex matters in a fast-paced environment while supporting attorneys and high-net-worth clients.

Responsibilities

Attorney & Administrative Support

* Provide comprehensive paralegal support to attorneys handling complex family law matters

* Work directly with attorneys to manage caseloads, case progression, and daily priorities

* Take initiative in managing assigned matters with minimal supervision

* Demonstrate a proactive approach by anticipating attorney and client needs while ensuring deadlines and deliverables are met

* Maintain consistent communication with attorneys regarding case status and next steps

Case Preparation & Document Management

* Prepare, proofread, and finalize pleadings, motions, declarations, financial disclosures, correspondence, and other legal documents

* Assist with all aspects of family law litigation, including high-asset divorce matters, child custody disputes, support issues, and property division matters

* Organize and maintain electronic case files and supporting documentation

* Ensure accuracy and completeness of case-related materials and client records

* Assist attorneys with trial preparation and litigation support as needed

Case & File Management

* Manage multiple family law matters simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail

* Track case activity and support attorneys throughout all stages of litigation

* Maintain organized and accessible case files to ensure efficiency and compliance

* Coordinate collection and review of financial records and supporting documentation

Client Communication & Support

* Serve as a key point of contact for clients, providing professional and responsive communication

* Work closely with high-net-worth individuals and families on sensitive and complex legal matters

* Communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, court personnel, experts, and other parties involved in litigation

* Maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions

Qualifications

* Minimum of 6 years of California family law paralegal experience required

* Extensive experience handling high-asset divorce matters, custody disputes, support issues, and financial disclosures

* Fluency in Mandarin is required; Cantonese language skills are a plus

* Experience working with high-net-worth clients strongly preferred

* Knowledge of California family law procedures, protocols, and court requirements

* Experience supporting attorneys in a fast-paced litigation environment

* Ability to independently manage cases and prioritize competing deadlines

* Prior experience working in a billable environment is strongly preferred

* Ability to meet a 30-hour weekly billable requirement while maintaining high-quality work product

* Experience working with complex compensation structures, including RSUs, bonuses, and equity-based compensation preferred

* Trial preparation experience is a plus

* Strong written, verbal, analytical, organizational, and time management skills

* Proven stability and tenure in prior positions required

* Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing time-sensitive matters with accuracy

Work Environment

* Fully remote position

* Flexible full-time schedule with the ability to work hours that best support productivity and client service needs

* Billable requirement of 30 hours per week

* Supportive boutique firm environment that prioritizes employee well-being and work-life balance

* Collaborative and respectful team culture

Please submit your resume for confidential consideration.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.