Paralegal jobs in San Bernardino, CA
Paralegal assists and supports attorneys with research and document preparation for court proceedings and legal transactions. Utilizes a variety of sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, and legal codes to research and analyze legal topics. Being a Paralegal drafts and edits legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, motions, and contracts. Conducts fact-finding, data collection, and analysis used to prepare statements and arguments. Additionally, Paralegal assists attorneys with depositions, interviews, discovery, and investigations. Manages, organizes, and archives documents with software tools and technology. Applies specialized legal terminology appropriately in documents. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically requires Paralegal Certification. Typically reports to an attorney. The Paralegal work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. To be a Paralegal typically requires 4 -7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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PARALEGAL
- San Bernardino Superior Court
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San Bernardino, CA
FULL_TIME
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The Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino, is actively seeking qualified candidates to join our team as a Paralegal.Salary Update3% COLA increase effective October 2024; approximate hourly rate range from $34.02 - $43.42Benefit HighlightsVIEW THE 2024 BENEFITS GUIDE.About the PositionUnder broad supervision, assists attorneys in providing legal services to self-represented litigants; assists attorneys in a range of research, documentation and analysis in the Legal Research unit and/or Self Help Resource Center; performs paraprofessional duties for a diverse legal caseload; and performs related duties as assigned.
Distinguishing Characteristics
A Paralegal provides paraprofessional legal assistance to one or more of the court's staff attorneys by researching/analyzing legal statutes, case law, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles and governmental codes. When assigned to the Self Help Center, provides education and assistance to self-represented litigants on matters including, but not limited to, family law, small claims, landlord-tenant and guardianship.
Employees in this class typically report to a Supervising Paralegal.
Paralegal is differentiated from a Self Help Assistant in that the former class is a certified Paralegal or equivalent pursuant to Business & Professions Code Section 6450 and performs the more difficult or complex assignments.VIEW THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION.- Completes routine legal research on various issues as directed by an attorney or supervisor, or as needed by court customers.
- Collects information and reviews legal documents and forms for completeness and procedural compliance with code requirements; conducts legal research; reviews/assesses factual matters and claims related to cases.
- Provides information and educational materials to the public regarding court rules, regulations and procedures; reviews documents with self-represented parties and explains their legal options; provides assistance in completing and filing legal forms; explains fees and fines; screens cases and refers to outside agencies where appropriate.
- Maintains statistics and prepares periodic reports.
- Performs community outreach activities to inform the public of the self-help services offered by the court.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Certificate of completion of a paralegal training program approved by the American Bar Association (ABA) or equivalencies as described in Business and Professions Code section 6450(c)(2)-(c)(4), and two (2) years of increasingly responsible legal, court and/or judicial support assistance that includes legal research and drafting legal documents; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Must possess and maintain a Paralegal Certification and perform mandatory continuing legal education.
Knowledge of:- Principles and practices of civil, criminal and administrative law applicable to practice as a paralegal;
- Rules, statutes, and case authority applicable to areas of law served by the unit to which the paralegal is assigned, including but not limited to paternity, family law, guardianship, unlawful detainers, and small claims;
- California court procedures, rules of evidence and burden-of-proof issues;
- Principles, practices and techniques of legal research and writing;
- Methods and techniques of effective interviewing;
- Methods and techniques of legal research and investigation;
- Legal forms and the content required for filing cases, including, but not limited to, family law, small claims, landlord-tenant and guardianship;
- Standard business software and specialized legal software and programs;
- Correct English usage including spelling, grammar and punctuation; practices of legal communication;
- Effective customer service practices and techniques.
************************************************************************************************************Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the required application and supplemental questions.Human Resources will review applications to identify candidates who meet the minimum qualifications; therefore, it is to your benefit to include all pertinent work experience. When listing court experience, please include the dates and classification of each position held, if there is more than one.Selection Process- Applications will be reviewed to identify candidates with minimum qualifications and/or desirables. Only those who meet the minimum qualifications and desirables (if applicable) will proceed to the next step in the recruitment process.
- Candidates' supplemental question responses may be evaluated and ranked. Depending on the number of applications, assessments and/or screening interviews may be conducted.
- Candidates who are successful in step 2 will be placed on the eligible list and may be considered for interview. Placement on the eligible list does not guarantee an interview or employment.
All candidates will be notified of their status via email at each process step. Additional steps in the selection process will include a background check and a reference check.REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:The Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino, is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process may contact the Human Resources Office at (909) 521-3700 or via email at careers@sb-court.org. Individuals with hearing and/or speech impairments may also contact the recruiter for this position through the use of the California Relay Service by dialing 711.The physical and mental demands described in the job description are representative of those that employees must meet to perform the essential functions of this class successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.The Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino is an Equal Opportunity Employer- M/F/D/V. - 4 Days Ago
Paralegal
- Hughes & Hughes
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Palm Desert, CA
FULL_TIME
- HUGHES & HUGHES, LLP PALM DESERT, CA US An established, busy, family law firm seeks a full-time family law paralegal. Applicants must be able to work Monday through Friday. The ideal candidate shall h...
- 24 Days Ago
Legal Secretary / Paralegal
- University of Redlands
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Redlands, CA
FULL_TIME
- POSITION CODE: 7090 DEPARTMENT/ADMINISTRATION: The Office of the General Counsel APPOINTMENT: Administrative, Full-time, Twelve (12) Months SALARY RANGE: $70,000 - $85,000 Annually, Pro-rated HIRING R...
- 12 Days Ago
Healthcare Contracts Paralegal
- DAP Health
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Palm Springs, CA
OTHER
- Job Details Job Location: Fully Remote - Palm Springs, CA Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $34.03 - $35.58 Hourly Job Category: Legal Admin DescriptionJob Summary: The Healthcare Contracts Paral...
- 1 Month Ago
Family Law Paralegal - Now Hiring
- Law Office
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Victorville, CA
FULL_TIME
- Job DescriptionKINER LEGAL GROUP is seeking a Family Law Paralegal. Applicant must have a solid 5 years of family law experience. Must be able to hit the ground running and carry a large case load. Mu...
- 9 Days Ago
Immigration Paralegal/ Office Assistant (3-5 years experience required)
- Law Offices of Anastacio De La Cruz
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Indio, CA
FULL_TIME
- The Law Office of Anastacio De La Cruz is a fast growing law office with a focus in criminal defense and immigration law. We are currently looking to hire an office assistant/paralegal with experience...
- 1 Day Ago
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Probate Litigation Paralegal
- Sandoval Legacy Group
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Riverside, CA
- Job Description Job Description Southern California law firm looking for Probate Litigation Paralegal. Main office locat...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Paralegal
- Global Law Centers
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Anaheim, CA
- PART TIME SENIOR PARALEGAL POSITION IN EMPLOYMENT BASED IMMIGRATION LAW CENTER in Anaheim, CA- The candidate must posses...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Paralegal
- P.K. Schrieffer, LLP
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West Covina, CA
- Job Description Job Description A medium-sized West Covina based law firm is seeking an experienced litigation paralegal...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Family Law Paralegal
- Ascendion
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Orange, CA
- Join a fantastic team at a prestigious family law firm nestled in Old Towne Orange, CA Our client is in search of an exp...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Paralegal
- Law Office of Christopher Hernandez
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Riverside, CA
- Job Description Job Description We are seeking a Paralegal to become a part of our team! You will provide overall suppor...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Senior Paralegal
- Defiant Law
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Rancho Cucamonga, CA
- Job Description Job Description We are seeking a seasoned paralegal fluent in Spanish to join our team. The ideal candid...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Family Law Paralegal
- Quinn & Pulley, APC
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Ontario, CA
- Job Description Job Description We are seeking a Family Law Paralegal to connect with our legal team! We are searching f...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Legal Secretary and/or Paralegal
- THE MELLOR LAW FIRM
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Riverside, CA
- Job Description Job Description Legal Secretary and/or Paralegal needed for small real estate, construction, and busines...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
About San Bernardino, California
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 59.6 square miles (154 km2), of which 59.2 square miles (153 km2) is land and 0.4 square miles (1.0 km2), or 0.74%, is water.
The city lies in the San Bernardino foothills and the eastern portion of the San Bernardino Valley, roughly 60 miles (97 km) east of Los Angeles. Some major geographical features of the city include the San Bernardino Mountains and the San Bernardino National Forest, in which the city's northernmost neighborhood, Arrowhead Springs, is located; the Cajon Pass adjacent to the northwest border; City...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Paralegal jobs
$91,030 to $112,748
San Bernardino, California area prices
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