Job Details

Company Overview:

Stross Wess Cutcher & Levin LLP is a prestigious law firm specializing in family law services for high-net-worth individuals and families. Committed to providing exceptional legal support, we pride ourselves on a collaborative and supportive team culture where everyone works together to deliver the best outcomes for our clients. We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Paralegal to join our growing team.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced, full-time Paralegal with at least three (3) years of family law experience. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties:

• Assist attorneys with depositions, hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and trial preparation
• Assist attorneys in drafting pleadings, declarations, memoranda of points and authorities, trial briefs, discovery requests, discovery responses, and correspondence
• Review, analyze, and summarize client financial records and other documents and prepare declarations of disclosure
• Perform legal research on relevant case issues as needed, draft research memoranda, and advise attorneys on research findings
• Communicate in-person and via email, telephone, and/or video conference with clients and prospective clients, witnesses, experts, court clerks, and others
• Prepare subpoenas, Judicial Council and other forms, and other case-critical documents
• Organize, track, build, and maintain client files
• Efficient, competent use of the Firm's law practice management software (Sage Timeslips), as well as Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, Essential Forms, and Westlaw
• File and serve pleadings, discovery, and other documents
• Maintain attorney calendars to track deadlines in accordance with the Code of Civil Procedure, Family Law Codes, and the Rules of Court
• Schedule client appointments, monitor calendars, and keep attorneys and clients informed of scheduled court dates
• Answer phones and perform other miscellaneous administrative duties as necessary
• Conduct initial intakes and conflict checks for potential clients as necessary
• Work full-time (and occasional overtime) to meet deadlines
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance, including in-office when requested
• Work professionally, respectfully, and cooperatively as part of a team
• Comply with all Firm policies and procedures

Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor's degree required
• Paralegal certificate required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent grammar and editing skills
• Organized and methodical, with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Experience using law practice management software, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, Essential Forms, Sage Timeslips, and E-filing/E-service programs
• Knowledge of local court rules and proceedings
• Team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to support colleagues
• Ability to work full-time (and sometimes overtime) from the office, as necessary
• Ability to collaborate in a team environment
• Ability to sit at a desk and use a computer and telephone for prolonged hours
• Ability to lift 15 pounds

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience: $110,000-160,000+
• Work-from-home option
• No billable hour requirement for paralegals
• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance (100% of premiums paid by the firm)
• Full premium coverage for short-term disability (STD) and long-term disability (LTD) plans
• 401(k) plan with profit-sharing
• Reimbursement for personal cell phone and home internet expenses
• Continuing education opportunities, including firm-sponsored courses and events
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave

How to Apply:

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for at least two professional references to jgarcia@swclfamilylaw.com. All inquiries and applications will be handled with the highest level of confidentiality.

We look forward to reviewing your application!