Litigation Paralegal/Legal Secretary - Family Law, SF
San Francisco, CA Temporary $30.00 - $40.00/hr Hybrid

Job Description

Legal Assistant / Paralegal - Family Law & Civil Litigation

This boutique law firm is seeking a Legal Assistant / Paralegal to support attorneys in a mix of family law and civil litigation matters. This role is ideal for an experienced legal secretary or litigation assistant looking to transition into a paralegal-level position with hands-on responsibility, mentorship, and exposure to substantive legal work. The firm prides itself on high-quality advocacy, close client relationships, and a collaborative team environment.

Why Apply

  • Pathway to a paralegal career: A strong opportunity for a legal secretary or litigation assistant ready to take the next step and gain substantive paralegal experience.
  • Meaningful, hands-on legal work: Support attorneys directly with case preparation, discovery, client communication, and court filings in both family law and civil litigation matters.
  • Boutique firm environment: Work closely with attorneys in a smaller, team-oriented practice where your contributions are visible and valued.

What They're Looking For

  • Prior experience as a legal assistant or legal secretary (2+ years), ideally in litigation; family law experience is preferred but not required.
  • Interest in developing paralegal skills, including case management, drafting legal documents, organizing discovery, and assisting with trial or hearing preparation.
  • Strong attention to detail and organization, with the ability to manage deadlines and multiple matters in an active litigation practice.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Reference: JN -022026-416233