Overview
Experienced Eviction Paralegal (California Landlord-Tenant Law) Jobs in Los Angeles, CA at Landlord Advocates
Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced Eviction Paralegal specializing in California Landlord-Tenant Law to join our dynamic legal team. This pivotal role involves supporting attorneys through every stage of eviction proceedings, ensuring compliance with state-specific regulations, and providing exceptional legal support to facilitate efficient case management. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in landlord-tenant disputes, possess excellent organizational skills, and demonstrate a proactive approach to legal research and document preparation. This position offers an engaging opportunity to contribute to impactful legal work within a collaborative environment dedicated to client advocacy and justice.
Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys in preparing and filing eviction notices, unlawful detainers, and related pleadings in accordance with California landlord-tenant statutes.
- Conduct thorough legal research on landlord-tenant laws, procedural requirements, and relevant case law using Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other legal research tools.
- Manage case files using iManage and other document management systems, ensuring all documents are accurately organized, reviewed, and maintained.
- Interview clients, tenants, landlords, and witnesses to gather pertinent information for case development while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
- Draft legal documents including pleadings, declarations, discovery requests, and correspondence with precision and clarity.
- Coordinate with court personnel for hearings, process serving agencies for document delivery, and track case deadlines diligently.
- Support project management tasks related to multiple eviction cases simultaneously while adhering to strict procedural timelines.
- Handle administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, proofreading documents, and managing client communications with professionalism and courtesy.
Skills
- Extensive knowledge of California landlord-tenant law and eviction procedures.
- Proven paralegal experience supporting civil litigation or landlord-tenant cases with a focus on eviction proceedings.
- Strong research skills utilizing Westlaw, LexisNexis, and other legal research platforms.
- Proficiency in legal case management software including PCLaw and iManage; familiarity with document review and legal drafting tools.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases efficiently under tight deadlines.
- Effective interviewing techniques coupled with superior written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience handling confidential information with integrity while maintaining compliance with privacy standards.
- Knowledge of procedural law requirements specific to California courts; familiarity with UCC law, family law, workers’ compensation law or other areas is a plus but not required.
- Competence in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) for document preparation and data management; experience with Westlaw or LexisNexis for legal research is highly desirable.
- Strong attention to detail in proofreading legal documents; ability to handle litigation support tasks such as document review and filing accurately.
Join our team if you’re passionate about making a difference through dedicated legal support! We value proactive professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments while delivering meticulous work that upholds the highest standards of justice. This paid position offers an excellent platform for growth within the field of landlord-tenant law—empowering you to develop your expertise while supporting tenants’ rights under California law.
Pay: $25.00 – $28.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Title: Experienced Eviction Paralegal (California Landlord-Tenant Law)
Company: Landlord Advocates
Location: Los Angeles, CA
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