Paralegal

Hybrid Family Law ParalegalModern Family Law, a rapidly expanding national law firm specializing in Family Law, is seeking a hybrid Family Law Paralegal to join our Oakland, CA office. Remote first setting with brick and mortar space available (in-person as required by courts & clients). Paralegals are expected to go into the office once per week to handle administrative duties, such as checking the mail, etc.Modern Family Law is seeking a paralegal to handle diverse family law cases. This position plays a critical role in helping us maintain excellence in client service by balancing legal expertise, client advocacy, and collaboration. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on important cases in an exciting, fast-paced environment.To be successful in this role, paralegals will:Handle a variety of family law cases, including divorce, child custody, and property division.Thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple competing responsibilities.Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and outstanding communication skills in both written and verbal interactions.Work collaboratively with attorneys and support staff, ensuring collective success and efficiency in case management.Skills and competencies:Ability to interact professionally with clients, attorneys, and court staff.Demonstrated ability to manage a variety of family law cases while maintaining high-quality legal work.Skilled in e-filing with county court systems.High attention to detail and accuracy in preparing legal documents and filings.Ability to handle multiple cases simultaneously.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Collaborative mindset with a focus on teamwork and supporting collective success.Proactive problem-solver, with the ability to stay composed and organized when subject to tight deadlines.