Senior Paralegal

Career Opportunities with Seabrook Family Law, Inc. A great place to work. Careers At Seabrook Family Law, Inc. Share with friends or Subscribe! Are you ready for new challenges and new opportunities? Join our team! Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available. Subscribe to our RSS feeds to receive instant updates as new positions become available. Senior Paralegal – Seabrook Family Law Location: San Jose, CA Employment Type: Full-Time Salary Range $45 - $55 per hour 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. ONLY CANDIDATES WITH AT LEAST 5 YEARS FAMILY LAW EXPERIENCE WILL BE CONSIDERED! Essential Duties and Responsibilities 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. 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. Why Join Us Competitive compensation: $45–$55 hourly rate based on experience Meaningful casework with real client impact Clear expectations, structured systems, and firmwide support Collaborative culture that values professionalism and growth Comprehensive health benefits package that includes 100% company paid dental, vision, life insurance, subsidized medical benefits Access to additional benefits such as cancer care, critical care, accident care, and 401k plan with company match If you’re ready to take ownership of your work, sharpen your advocacy skills, and grow with a firm that values excellence, we’d love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr Seabrook Family Law, Inc.