Associate Attorney (Part-Time, Remote) Law Office of Stephanie F. Dominguez Grand Terrace, CA Job Details Part-time $50
- $60 an hour 17 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Retirement plan Qualifications Customer communication Caseload management Employment law Family law Legal case management Bar Managing litigation projects Full Job Description
PART-TIME ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
(REMOTE
- ) The Law Office of Stephanie F.
Dominguez is a growing virtual law firm that provides advice and representation to federal government employees and labor unions nationwide, as well as individuals in non-federal employment law, family law, and juvenile dependency and delinquency matters. Our cases include employment discrimination (including harassment and retaliation), workers' compensation, unfair labor practices, and family law and juvenile matters. We represent clients before the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), U.S. District Courts, Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP), National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals, and California Superior Courts, including the Family Law and Juvenile Divisions.
POSITION SUMMARY
The firm is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented California licensed attorney—with a minimum of three (3) years of experience in that capacity—for long-term employment. This is a part-time position, with the expectation that it will transition to a full-time role within approximately six (6) months as the firm's caseload continues to grow. The associate attorney will be expected to handle matters with increasing independence, including conducting initial consultations, assisting clients through the early stages of their legal matters, mediation, discovery (propounding and responding to written discovery), drafting pleadings, taking and defending depositions, and attending hearings. The ideal candidate is organized, responsive, and able to manage multiple matters efficiently, while communicating effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and the court.
- At our firm, you will have the opportunity to work remotely , except for occasional travel to meetings, mediations, hearings, and depositions.
There is ample opportunity for growth and a long-term career.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of three (3) years experience as a California licensed attorney
- Active member in good standing with the State Bar of California
- Ability to manage cases with increasing independence
- Demonstrated history of employment stability
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with legal practice-management software (MyCase preferred)
- Experience with billable time entries (e.g., clear, accurate entries; no block billing)
- Experience conducting initial client consultations and follow-through
- Experience working in a fully remote or hybrid work environment
- Experience in family and/or employment law
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please carefully follow the instructions provided in the Indeed screener/application questions. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Incomplete or non-compliant applications will not be considered.
Application deadline:
June 30, 2026 COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Hourly pay: $50
- 60 , commensurate with experience, education, and training
Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance; remote work; paid CLEs; paid professional liability insurance; 401(k) plan matching; and paid time off
WORK HOURS, START DATE, & LOCATION
Hours:
8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday-Friday (flexibility required)
Part-time:
20-30 hours per week, with flexibility to increase hours as caseload grows, and with the expectation that the position will transition to full-time within approximately six (6) months
- Start date: Between July 1, 2026, and July 15, 2026
Location:
Remote
Pay:
$50.00
00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Is your hourly pay expectation within $50
(
Type:
Yes or No.) If yes, what is your desired hourly rate or range? (
Example:
$51/hour or $53
) How soon are you available to start? (
Example:
Immediately, 2 weeks, specific date.) Do you anticipate any recurring commitments that would prevent availability or responsiveness for more than one consecutive hour during firm business hours (8:30 a.m
m. Pacific Time, Monday-Friday)? (
Type:
No, or Yes and briefly describe the nature and approximate timing of the commitment in 1-2 sentences.) Please read carefully before responding: (1) Do not call or email the office to follow up on this posting or your application. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email. If this posting remains live, the position remains open. (2) Some questions contain multiple parts—please ensure you answer all parts of every question. (3) Failure to follow these instructions will result in disqualification from consideration. Do you understand and agree to follow these instructions? (
Type:
Yes or No.) What is your current city and state of residence? Have you worked in a fully remote or hybrid role? (
Type:
No, or Yes and briefly explain in 1-2 sentences, including length of time.) Do you plan to maintain a second job while working in this position? (
Type:
No, or Yes and briefly explain in 1-2 sentences.) This role is not designed as a temporary or stepping-stone position. Are you seeking long term employment (at least five years) with this firm in this position, rather than a short-term or transitional one? (
Type:
Yes or No, and briefly explain in 1-2 sentences.) What experience do you have with recording your own billable time? Please briefly describe your experience and length of time, including any of the following (if applicable): preparing your own time entries; writing entries that clearly and accurately reflect the work performed and justify the time billed (e.g., explaining the purpose of a call, email, or document, rather than using vague entries like "work on case" or "meet with client"); avoiding block billing (i.e., separating distinct tasks into individual entries); recording time contemporaneously or shortly after completing tasks; and following general billing expectations (e.g., billing in standard increments and avoiding excessive or duplicative time). If none, please state "None." What experience do you have handling family law cases, and for how long? Please describe your experience and length of time, including any of the following (if applicable): drafting pleadings (e.g., petitions, responses, motions), managing discovery, attending or handling hearings, participating in mediations, preparing for trial, and communicating directly with clients and opposing counsel. Have you personally served as primary or lead attorney on a family law case (i.e., responsible for day-to-day case management and strategy)? (
Type:
Yes or No, and briefly describe.) Are you comfortable independently managing a family law case from start to finish (from intake through resolution) with limited supervision? (
Type:
Yes or No, and briefly explain.) What experience do you have handling employment law cases, and for how long? Please describe your experience and length of time, including any of the following (if applicable): drafting pleadings (e.g., complaints, answers, motions), handling administrative matters (e.g., EEOC or CRD), managing discovery, attending hearings, participating in mediations, preparing for depositions or trial, and communicating directly with clients and opposing counsel. Have you personally served as primary or lead attorney on an employment law case (i.e., responsible for day-to-day case management and strategy)? (
Type:
Yes or No, and briefly describe.) Are you comfortable independently managing an employment law case from start to finish (from intake through resolution) with limited supervision? (
Type:
Yes or No, and briefly explain.) In a law firm setting, what experience do you have conducting or assisting with initial client consultations or intake, and for how long? Please include any of the following (if applicable): speaking with prospective clients, assessing case fit, explaining fees and scope, responding to questions or objections, and helping convert qualified leads. Which legal practice-management systems or platforms have you used in a law firm setting, and what was your experience with each? Please list all that apply and include the length of time used and functions performed (e.g., calendaring, client communications, document management, billing/time entry).
Example:
"Clio—1 year for intake and client communication notes; MyCase—2 years for billing, calendaring, and document management." Are you an active member in good standing with the State Bar of California? (
Type:
Yes, or No and briefly explain in 1-2 sentences.) How many total years of experience do you have as a California Licensed Attorney? Are you able to speak and write Spanish at a level sufficient to communicate with clients professionally? (
Type:
Yes or No.) This is a part-time position (20-30 hours per week) with the expectation of transitioning to full-time within approximately six (6) months. Does this align with what you are looking for? (
Type:
Yes or No, and briefly explain in 1-2 sentences.) Are you currently seeking part time work (20-30 hours per week)? (
Type:
Yes or No, and briefly explain in 1-2 sentences.) If this position transitions to full-time, would you be available to increase your hours accordingly? (
Type:
Yes or No to each, with brief explanation if needed.)
Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Grand Terrace, CA 92313
