Paralegal jobs in Santa Barbara, CA

The Law Office of Guneet Kaur is a boutique law firm specializing in family law. We are committed to providing high-quality legal services to our clients with personalized attention and dedication. As a small firm, we offer a collaborative and supportive work environment where each team member plays a crucial role in achieving our clients' objectives.

The paralegal will be responsible for providing comprehensive support to lead attorney and clients in various legal matters. The role requires a detail-oriented individual with excellent organizational skills and a strong understanding of legal procedures and terminology. The paralegal will work closely with attorney to assist in all stages of case preparation, management, and resolution.

Please note: this is an in office role based out of downtown Santa Barbara, CA.

Legal Research and Analysis:

• Conduct legal research using online databases, library resources, and other tools to support attorneys in case preparation and strategy development.
• Analyze and summarize legal documents, statutes, regulations, and case law.
• Document Preparation and Management:
• Draft and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, briefs, contracts, and other correspondence.
• Organize and maintain physical and electronic case files, ensuring all documents are accurately labeled and filed appropriately.

Client Communication and Support:

• Communicate with clients, witnesses, and other parties to gather information and schedule appointments.
• Provide updates to clients on case status and answer inquiries regarding legal proceedings.

Court Filings and Proceedings:

• Assist attorneys in preparing and filing legal documents with courts, administrative agencies, and other relevant entities.
• Coordinate court appearances and hearings, including scheduling, calendar management, and preparing attorneys for proceedings.

Administrative Support:

• Perform general administrative tasks such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, and managing attorney calendars.
• Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including mail and emails, in a timely and professional manner.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or paralegal certification from an accredited institution preferred.
• Previous experience working as a paralegal in a law firm setting preferred.
• Proficiency in legal research and document drafting.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal software applications.
• Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) preferred but not required.

The Law Office of Guneet Kaur is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace.

To apply for this position, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the role. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

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

Work Location: In person