Description We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Family Law Paralegal to join our dynamic team in San Jose, California. This role involves providing essential legal support to attorneys, managing a variety of family law cases, and ensuring the highest level of service to clients. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a strong understanding of California family law, we encourage you to apply. Responsibilities: • Assist attorneys in handling family law cases, including divorce, child custody, spousal support, restraining orders, and adoption. • Draft and prepare legal documents such as pleadings, motions, declarations, stipulations, and discovery responses in compliance with California Family Code and local court rules. • Coordinate and manage court filings, ensuring accuracy and timely submission using e-filing systems. • Communicate with clients to gather necessary documentation, prepare them for hearings, depositions, and mediations, while maintaining strict confidentiality. • Conduct legal research and compile evidence to support case strategies and trial preparation. • Organize case files, exhibits, and trial binders to ensure attorneys are fully prepared for proceedings. • Draft, review, and organize discovery requests and responses, including interrogatories, requests for production, and subpoenas. • Maintain detailed calendars for attorneys, tracking deadlines, hearings, depositions, and court appearances. • Utilize legal case management software to organize and maintain both electronic and physical case files. • Adhere to firm policies and ethical rules, ensuring compliance with all court regulations. Requirements • Minimum of 3 years of experience as a paralegal, with significant expertise in family law. • Proficiency in legal practice management software and e-filing platforms. • Strong skills in drafting legal documents and conducting legal research using tools like Westlaw or LexisNexis. • Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially in sensitive client-facing situations. • Paralegal Certificate from an accredited program is required; a Bachelor's degree is preferred. • Familiarity with California family law court systems and local filing procedures. • Keen attention to detail and the ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .