PT FAMILY ATTORNEY
[INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR]

With a commitment to delivering top-tier service to our clients, we are looking for a dedicated professional who can navigate the complexities of litigation support with precision and diligence.

QUALIFICATIONS:

CALIFORNIA BAR LICENSE
EXPERIENCE: 3-7 years of family law experience in LA County courts in a local law firm.
EDUCATION: JD from an accredited law school.
LOCATION: Live and work experience in LA County.
COMMUNICATION: Outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Spanish Speaking Optional.
CHARACTER:
- Detailed oriented, diligent, and able to “hit the ground running.”
- Accept criticism and direction well.
- Ability to think and act independently with minimal supervision.
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and work ethic.
- Professional appearance.
TECHNOLOGY: Advanced skills: Microsoft Outlook, Word, Adobe, Dropbox, Zoom, Slack, Asana, Lexis, Rutters Guides. Home office in a quiet professional location (no background noise).
REFERENCES: Trustworthy, dependable, and clear background report.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Applicants must have experience and the ability to complete the following independently:

COURT APPEARANCES (Phone, Video, and/or In-Person – only if required)
- Status/Trial Setting Conferences
- Final Status Conferences
- Motions/Request for Orders
- Mediations/Settlement Conferences/Trials
RESEARCH, DRAFTING, & DOCUMENTATION
- Review case files including intakes, court case summaries, court filings, evidence, etc.
- Legal Research Memos using: Rutter’s Guides, Annotated Codes, Lexis/Westlaw, Google, etc.
- Draft and respond to legal documents:
  - Petitions; Responses to Petitions.
  - Motions (RFOs) including Notices, P&As, Declarations, etc. re Custody/Visitation/Child Support/Spousal Support/Attorney Fees/Property Division/etc.
  - Restraining Orders (Family and Civil).
  - Discovery; Property/Income Declaration Disclosures; Motions to Compel Discovery.
  - Briefs, Exhibit Lists/Books, and Witness Lists.
- Assign, supervise, revise, and sign all substantive documents that paralegals prepare.
- Document billable hours per client per month pursuant to approved budgets.
RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT:
- Supervise Paralegals assisting with work product including Pleadings, Motions re: Service, Motions re: Default, Post Judgment, etc.
- Communicate with clients by telephone, zoom video, and/or email.
- Communicate/ meet & confer with opposing counsel.
Other projects as assigned by Managing Attorney.

HOW TO APPLY:

Submit RESUME (PDF)
Submit COVER LETTER (PDF) including:
- Describe your prior experience and qualifications for this position.
- Provide your salary expectations.
- Provide a link to your LinkedIn and/or social media so we can learn more about you.
Attach RECENT WRITING SAMPLE(S) of your best, most recent work (redacted as necessary). A research memo, a motion, and a brief, if applicable.