Family Law Litigation Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Family Law - Senior or Managing Litigation Paralegal

Are you an experienced Paralegal passionate about Family Law, seeking a rewarding, flexible role with an award-winning firm? Baron Family Law, one of Northern California’s fastest-growing and most respected family law practices, is actively hiring a dynamic Paralegal to join our innovative and inclusive team.

About Baron Family Law:

• Award-Winning Reputation: Voted Gold Winner for Best Divorce Law Firm by the Sacramento Bee’s Sacramento Favorites 2024 and 2025.
• Recognized Leadership: Led by Alexandra Baron, Esq., Certified Family Law Specialist, honored in the Sacramento Business Journal’s "40 Under 40."
• Community and Inclusion: Deeply committed to clients, our local community, and fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment.
• Competitive Compensation: Highly competitive salary based on experience, with additional performance-based bonuses.
• Flexible Work Environment: Primarily remote, with periodic team meetings and necessary appearances.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO), 401(k) with matching, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
• Professional Development: Annual stipend toward continuing education, professional training, and CLE credits.

Compensation:

$40,000 - $80,000 yearly

Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of 100+ family law cases efficiently and effectively.
• Draft, review, and file comprehensive legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and responses.
• Declaration preparation and complex discovery preparation.
• Coordinate case management, including deadlines, calendars, and attorney schedules.
• Communicate regularly with clients to provide case updates and ensure client satisfaction.
• Conduct thorough legal research and prepare detailed case summaries.
• Assist attorneys in preparation for court appearances, mediations, and depositions.
• Maintain accurate and organized electronic files and documentation using practice management software.
• Oversee discovery processes, including document collection, organization, and analysis.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 7+ years of paralegal experience, preferably in family law.
• Bachelor’s degree in Legal Administration, Management, or related field preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in drafting legal documents, managing caseloads, and coordinating discovery processes.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within a technology-driven, client-centric team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with legal software tools such as Smokeball, Lawmatics, and Slack is highly desirable.

If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference in family law and are interested in joining a firm recognized for exceptional client advocacy and community involvement, we’d love to hear from you.

About Company

Why Join Us at the Baron Family Law?

Baron Family Law is redefining family law in California. We are a statewide, fully remote, high-performing team that protects families and legacies through discreet, high-touch representation built on disciplined strategy and modern systems. We pride ourselves on delivering outcomes that protect what matters most—children, financial security, and lasting peace of mind—while practicing with absolute discretion and legal precision. As a team, we are committed to elevating the practice of family law: we work with empathy, deliver with excellence, and operate with integrity. We prioritize clarity, accountability, innovation, and supportive leadership at every level of the firm. We hire for ownership and emotional intelligence—not just credentials.

Who We Are and What We Do

Our mission is to take the latest in psychology, technology, conflict resolution, and family law to continually reduce the stress of the divorce process.