Paralegal

Company: Carroll Law Office
Location: Santa Rosa
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Carroll Law Office is seeking an experienced family law paralegal to support a busy team of attorneys in an established Santa Rosa practice. This is an immediate-need position for a professional who is comfortable managing cases from intake through trial, understands Sonoma County local rules and procedures , and values collaborative, client-focused work. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and confident, working independently in a fast-paced family law environment. This position is primarily in-office , with the possibility of a hybrid schedule for the right candidate. A 4-day workweek may be considered. Competitive salary, bonus opportunity , and flexible time off are offered. Compensation: $70,000 - $90,000 yearly Responsibilities: Gather information about legal issues from the client in interviews Assist lawyers in preparing legal documentation, pleadings, and correspondence including correspondence such as interrogatories, subpoenas, deposition notices, complaints, pretrial orders, legal briefs, and affidavits Take care of administrative tasks such as answering phones and maintaining an organized filing system for all legal documents Work with lawyers to prepare for trial by conducting research on legal articles, preparing and organizing exhibits, organizing and coordinating witnesses, filing motions, and assisting with client meetings Arrange law office activity such as drafting subpoenas and coordinating with process servers Support attorneys in family law matters , including divorce, custody, support, domestic violence, and dependency-related cases Manage case files, calendars, deadlines, and court appearances in compliance with California and Sonoma County Rules of Court Assist with client intake and information gathering Provide limited administrative or phone support as backup only Qualifications: Strong oral and written communication skills ABA-approved paralegal certificate program such as an Associate’s degree or proprietary school program in paralegal studies, Bachelor’s degree desired Completion of a nationally-accredited paralegal program strongly preferred Must have great time-management skills, and organizational skills This position is located in Santa Rosa, California Ability to work in-office (hybrid may be available after onboarding) Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a paralegal in a law firm setting Family law experience strongly preferred Working knowledge of Sonoma County local rules, filing procedures, and courtroom processes Comply with Business and Professions Code 6250 qualification requirements, such as holding a Paralegal certificate from an ABA-approved program (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred) Excellent organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage deadlines independently and work with minimal supervision Local candidates strongly preferred; applicants must confirm ability to work in Santa Rosa About Company Carroll Law Office is a growing law firm based in Santa Rosa. We champion clients' rights in complex divorce cases and protect parents' rights in the most important issue: child custody and visitation. We also work with parents caught in Dependency (Child Protective Services) Cases and high-conflict domestic violence cases. Our support staff is amazing and supports our attorneys' success. Compensation will be commensurate with experience and may include a bonus for hitting goals.

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