Legal Assistant/Paralegal/Coordinator Seige Law PC Santa Barbara, CA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $25 - $75 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Free parking Profit sharing Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Opportunities for advancement Flexible schedule Retirement plan Paid sick time Qualifications Computer operation Teamwork Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Westlaw Computer literacy Executive administrative support English Clio Law office experience Legal research databases Document viewing software Office management Legal case management Associate's degree Adobe Acrobat Full Job Description We are a growing firm seeking motivated individuals interested in developing their legal knowledge and advancing their careers. At Seige Law PC, we believe that happy employees are effective employees. We have high expectations, but we compensate appropriately and treat our team with genuine care. You can expect to work with people eager to grow and teach. We work hard, but we work as a collaborative team. We are looking for individuals who enjoy working alongside paralegals, assistants, and attorneys to provide legal support to our clients.

The Offer Compensation:

Highly competitive (see roles below).

Time Off:

5-8 Weeks PTO (Combined vacation, sick, and holidays).

Benefits:

Full Medical, Dental, Vision, and Retirement Culture:

Collaborative, educational, and focused on work-life balance. Part-time employees (avg. of less than 30 hours/week): do not qualify for benefits or paid time off beyond that mandated by the state. Open Positions & Responsibilities 1.

Legal Assistant Pay Range:

$40,000 to $125,000 per year ($25-$50/hr)

Hours:

flexibly set by employment agreement between 30-40 hours per week with expectation of no more than an additional 10 hours per month irregularly scheduled on an as needed basis.

Role Focus:

Administrative support, client intake, and foundational case assistance.

Responsibilities:

Serve as the primary point of contact for the office, coordination of calendars, organization of files and intake. Manage attorney calendars, including scheduling client meetings, court dates, and deadlines. Draft basic correspondence and format legal documents (pleadings, letters) for review. Process incoming documentation, service of process and court filings. 2.

Paralegal Pay Range:

$50,000 to $140,000 per year ($30-$55/hr)

Hours:

flexibly set by employment agreement between 30-40 hours per week with expectation of no more than an additional 10 hours per month irregularly scheduled on an as needed basis.

Role Focus:

substantive legal work, case management, and drafting under a combination of Civil, Family and Probate laws.

Responsibilities:

Draft substantive legal documents, including Petitions, Responses, Common Motions, Declarations, and other basic pleadings. Propound and respond to Discovery either collaboratively or under supervision. Prepare financial disclosures. Manage general case workflows as they change through the life of the matter. Prepare Courtroom Materials law and motion, evidentiary hearings and trials. 3.

Certified Paralegal Pay Range:

$65,000 - $165,000 per year ($40-$65/hr)

Hours:

flexibly set by employment agreement between 30-40 hours per week with expectation of no more than an additional 10 hours per month irregularly scheduled on an as needed basis.

Role Focus:

most aggressively litigated complex matters and mentorship. Responsibilities (beyond that detailed under responsibilities for a paralegal above): Perform legal research. Draft some less common or more complex motions. Mentor junior staff and oversee case progression for high-net-worth clients.4. Legal Administrator 4.

Legal Administrator Pay Range:

$75,000 - $190,000 per year ($45-$75/hr)

Hours:

flexibly set by employment agreement between 30-40 hours per week with expectation of no more than an additional 10 hours per month irregularly scheduled on an as needed basis.

Role Focus:

operations, client relations and administration.

Responsibilities:

Oversee daily business operations, including facilities management and vendor relationships. Manage firm billing cycles, accounts receivable, and client retainer replenishment.

Handle HR duties:

onboarding new staff, managing benefits administration, and tracking PTO. Implement and refine office protocols to enhance effectiveness and compliance. Act as a liaison between the Principal Attorney and staff to ensure firm-wide goals are met. Skills & Qualifications Required for

All Roles:

Minimum 1 Year of law firm experience (Strict Requirement). Proficiency in English with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong proficiency in Adobe Acrobat (redacting, bates stamping, combining files).

Computer literacy:

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Working knowledge of Case Management Software (Clio and Westlaw). Ability to prioritize deadlines and "juggle" multiple calendars effectively.

Preferred/Role-Specific Skills:

Local Knowledge:

Familiarity with local court rules and judicial preferences in Santa Barbara and Ventura Superior Courts.

Family Law:

Experience with Judicial Council forms and financial disclosures.

Estate Planning:

Familiarity with trust funding and probate timelines.

Bilingual:

English and Spanish Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$25.00 - $75.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Free parking Health insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time Paid time off Parental leave Profit sharing Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

Associate (Preferred) Ability to

Relocate:

Santa Barbara, CA 93101: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Santa Barbara, CA 93101