Legal Assistant

We are looking for a dedicated Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our team in Menlo Park, California. This role offers the chance to work on a variety of complex family law matters while contributing to a dynamic and collaborative environment. The position follows a hybrid schedule, requiring in-office presence two days per week.

Responsibilities:

• Provide attorneys with support in family law cases, including divorce proceedings, child custody disputes, property division, and marital agreements.
• Maintain and organize client records in electronic formats, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
• Conduct legal research, manage attorney calendars, monitor court deadlines, and act as a point of contact between clients and attorneys.
• Draft legal documents such as pleadings, forms, and discovery materials, as well as coordinate court filings and process serving.
• Assist attorneys in trial preparation by creating pleadings, trial notes, and exhibit binders.
• Compile and serve discovery requests and responses in a timely manner.
• Arrange and oversee the preparation of materials for hearings, mediation sessions, and settlement conferences.
• Ensure compliance with local court rules and deadlines while managing administrative tasks efficiently.