Virtual Family Law Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role

Equivity is seeking an experienced California Family Law Paralegal to support attorneys handling divorce, legal separation, parentage, child custody and support, domestic violence restraining orders, property division, and post-judgment matters.

This is a remote, W-2, assignment-based position paying $30/hour . Assignments are based on client demand, experience, and availability. Workload and hours may vary. This is not a contract position or 1099.

This role is ideal for a self-motivated paralegal who enjoys working remotely, managing multiple matters, and building long-term relationships with legal teams. While supporting active client matters, you must be available to respond to client and Equivity communications within one hour during your stated working hours (Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM).

Responsibilities

• Support family law matters from intake through resolution, including discovery, mediation, settlement, and trial preparation.
• Draft pleadings, Requests for Order, declarations, subpoenas, and other legal documents.
• Coordinate court filings and e-filings and maintain accurate filing records.
• Prepare discovery requests and responses and organize financial disclosures.
• Assist with Income and Expense Declarations and Schedules of Assets and Debts.
• Manage calendars, deadlines, case files, and correspondence.
• Communicate with clients to collect information and documents.
• Coordinate with courts, opposing counsel, mediators, and experts.
• Prepare exhibits, witness lists, and hearing or trial materials.

QualificationsRequired

• 3+ years of California family law paralegal experience.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Strong knowledge of California family law procedures, court rules, and filing requirements.
• At least 20 hours of weekly availability during business hours.
• Ability to respond within one hour while actively supporting clients.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and legal practice-management software.

Preferred

• Experience with Clio or similar case-management platforms.
• Remote legal support experience.
• Windows-based computer.

Why Equivity?

Join a team of experienced legal professionals supported by a dedicated operations team. We value quality work, responsiveness, collaboration, and long-term client success.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $30/hour
• Employment Type: W-2
• Location: Fully remote
• Availability Requirement: Minimum 20 hours/week
• Assignments based on client demand and availability

Eligible employees may receive:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid sick leave
• Employee discounts
• Performance-based rewards, including annual bonuses and a potential pay increase after your first 6 months.
• Expense reimbursements

About Equivity

Equivity provides virtual paralegal, administrative, reception, staffing, and marketing support to attorneys and businesses nationwide. We are committed to delivering exceptional client service through collaboration, reliability, and operational excellence.

Equivity is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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