Staff Attorney – Family Law

Community Legal Aid SoCal

. Maintain a caseload involving full representation, limited-scope representation, and pro per assistance in family law matters through resolution .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeNorwalk • California • United StatesLead💰 $80,000 - $98,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in family law, including litigation and client representation, while providing compassionate legal counsel and maintaining effective communication. Proficient in legal document preparation, case management, and community engagement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Juris Doctor DegreeActive Member Of The California BarFamily Law KnowledgeLitigation ExperienceBilingual Proficiency In Spanish

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Hard Skills

Legal Document PreparationLitigationDiscovery Propounding And ResponseLegal ResearchCase Investigation

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsStrong Work EthicTime ManagementInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Legal ServerMicrosoft Office SuiteXSpouse

Certifications & Qualifications

Juris Doctor DegreeActive Member Of The California Bar

Industry Keywords

Family LawDomestic Violence Restraining OrdersChild CustodySpousal SupportClient-Centered Lawyering

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain a caseload involving full representation, limited-scope representation, and pro per assistance in family law matters through resolution
Prepare pleadings, motions, declarations, trial briefs, points and authorities, memoranda, correspondence, and other legal documents
Interview clients and prepare them to appear in court as witnesses or pro per litigants
Propound and respond to discovery, including taking and defending depositions
Negotiate and prepare settlement agreements
Represent clients at court appearances, including contested hearings, primarily in southern Los Angeles County and potentially throughout Los Angeles County or Orange County
Provide compassionate legal counsel and maintain effective client communication
Conduct legal research and case investigations
Maintain accurate case records, notes, and daily timekeeping in Legal Server
Work with community groups, conduct outreach, and provide community education presentations and materials
Engage in policy advocacy and collaborate with community-based organizations on policy campaigns
Direct and supervise the legal work of paralegals, law students, interns, and volunteers as needed
Identify wraparound legal services and collaborate with CLA SoCal’s various legal units
Foster and demonstrate a multicultural perspective
Perform other duties as required by the organization

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor degree
Active member in good standing with the California Bar
Valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, active insurance, and ability to travel frequently in and around the service area
Knowledge of family law, including domestic violence restraining orders, dissolution of marriage, legal separation or nullity of marriage, child custody and visitation, child support, spousal support, and general civil law and motion and civil procedure — Preferred
Litigation experience, including representing clients in family law hearings, law and motion practice, and propounding and responding to discovery — Preferred
Experience working with vulnerable populations, survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, or other trauma — Preferred
Bilingual spoken and written proficiency in Spanish — Strongly Preferred
Excellent written and oral communication and problem-solving skills
Strong personal work ethic, initiative, organization, time management, and ability to meet critical deadlines with minimal supervision
Ability to spot legal issues and provide real-time counsel and advice
Strong interpersonal and client communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, OneDrive, and OneNote, and XSpouse
Ability to interact with a wide range of clients using client-centered lawyering and trauma-informed frameworks
Commitment to CLA SoCal’s mission and values

Benefits

Comp & perks

May work as little as 35-hour workweek
16 paid holidays + PTO (including wellness days) starting Day 1
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability
401(k) with employer contribution
Student loan reimbursement program
Bilingual bonus pay for qualified staff
Hybrid schedule may be available when the program is established