California Paralegal

Description

About Us:

Hello, we’re Flare! We are reimagining how attorneys and clients work together. We are obsessed with building solutions that empower attorneys and consumers through the legal journey. Funded by leading VC firms, we are an industry leader in legal technology. Our platform simplifies the delivery of complex legal services while providing ease and clarity to clients and attorneys throughout the process. With a global team that brings a fresh perspective, Flare is revolutionizing the way legal services are delivered. We’re a team of creative problem-solvers who want to make the world a better place. Join us.

Overview

Are you a legally skilled, tech-savvy, client obsessed Paralegal who wants to join a collaborative, fast paced and exciting team? Are you looking for something unlike any traditional firm you’ve worked for in the past? Do you want to re-write what it means to be a paralegal in the age of new technology? Then you’re in the right place!

We’re looking for a compassionate, detail-oriented, and tech-savvy Client-Facing Paralegal to join our remote team. In this role, you’ll be a critical piece of the client journey, supporting clients navigating complex family law cases - providing clear communication, drafting key documents, and collaborating closely with attorneys to keep cases moving forward. You’ll own client interactions, resolve escalations with empathy, and play a critical role in delivering a best-in-class legal experience.

What you'll do:

• Conduct regular case reviews with attorneys to ensure cases are progressing and deadlines are met
• Communicate with clients and our co-counsels consistently to provide updates, gather information, and offer clarity and support throughout their legal journey. You are the client’s #1 advocate and cheerleader through their process!
• Draft basic legal documents
• Update internal systems to reflect real-time case status, and ensure clients are kept informed throughout each stage. The goal is to be always a step ahead vs waiting for the client to let us know when there are issues!
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to move client cases forward and keep clients in the loop throughout
• Own escalated client questions or sensitive situations, using sound judgment, empathy, and clear communication to drive resolution
• Help identify opportunities to improve internal processes and the overall client experience
• Be an engaged, proactive member of a supportive and cross-functional team
  
  

Who You Are

• Certified Paralegal in California
• Client-obsessed and always trying to stay one step ahead – you’re energized by supporting people, proactively solving problems, and delivering a smooth and empathetic experience
• Skilled at translating legal concepts into client-friendly language and guiding clients through complex, emotional situations with compassion and clarity
• Tech-savvy, you are hungry to optimize and reinvent the paralegal role! You are also comfortable with using legal tools, G Suite, MS Word, Slack, Salesforce, Clio (or other drafting software) and picking up new platforms quickly
• A strong team player who collaborates well with internal and external stakeholders to ensure clients feel supported and cases move forward efficiently
• Confident drafting basic legal documents
• Adaptable and motivated by change—you thrive in fast-paced environments
• At least 2 years of paralegal experience in California Family Law preferred
• Excellent communicator with sharp writing skills and a strong eye for detail
• Organized, dependable, and comfortable working independently
• Bonus points if you're bilingual (English/Spanish) or hold a Legal Document Preparer Certificate
• Remote-ready with experience or enthusiasm for working in startup environments
  
  

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