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Added August 20, 2026
Litigation Paralegal
Added August 27, 2026
Staff Immigration Attorney
Chris Cain Law
Location: Salinas, California
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $85,000–$105,000 per year, depending on experience
Position Level: Licensed Attorney
Application Deadline: September 10, 2026
Job Overview
Chris Cain Law is seeking a Staff Immigration Attorney to join our team in Salinas, California. This position is split between Chris Cain Law and our affiliated nonprofit, Immigration Services Monterey (501(c)(3)), providing an opportunity to work in both a private-practice and public-interest setting, including potential eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
The Staff Immigration Attorney will manage a caseload focused primarily on family-based and humanitarian immigration matters. The attorney will also supervise a small team, including a certified immigration specialist, and work closely with an established attorney. The position may also provide opportunities to gain experience in criminal defense.
Practice Areas
The attorney will handle matters including, but not limited to:
- Family-based immigration visas
- K-1 fiancé(e) visas
- U visas
- VAWA
- Adjustment of Status (AOS)
- DACA
- Naturalization
- Other family-based and humanitarian immigration matters
Required Qualifications
- Licensed attorney and law school graduate
- At least 2 years of immigration law experience
- Bilingual in English and Spanish (Strongly Preferred)
- Strong self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage a caseload independently
- Comfortable supervising and working collaboratively with support staff
- Strong organizational, communication, and client-service skills
Compensation and Benefits
- $85,000–$105,000 annually, depending on experience
- Relocation assistance
- Opportunity to work across both a private law practice and a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
- Potential eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- Opportunity to gain additional experience in criminal defense
Application Materials
Applicants should submit:
- Resume
- Cover letter
How to Apply
Please email your resume and cover letter to:
Chris Cain Law
Email: info@chriscainlaw.com
Application deadline: September 10, 2026.
Applications will be considered for this licensed-attorney position for law school graduates.
Added August 27, 2026
Family Law & Immigration Attorney
About SAN:
The South Asian Network (SAN) is a 36-year-old grassroots, community-based, nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the health, well-being, and civil rights of South Asians living in Southern California. SAN is the only South Asian organization of its kind that provides outreach, direct services, and advocacy in the key areas of health and well-being, civic engagement, mental health, violence prevention and intervention, small business support, and youth & senior engagement. SAN embraces the diversity of the South Asian American community as strength and builds unity among South Asian immigrants in Southern California.
The SAN team is composed of highly dedicated, resourceful, accomplished and diverse individuals who are passionate about issues such as social justice and empowerment. For more information about SAN, visit www.southasiannetwork.org.
About the Family Law Attorney Role:
Type: Full Time, Exempt
Salary/Wages: $80,000 - $90,000 and commensurate with experience
Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance; 403(b) retirement plan; 40 hours of paid time off (PTO); 40 hours of paid sick leave; 12 paid holidays; 2 paid winter break days; & 1 paid floating holiday.
Location: Will be based out of SAN’s main office in Artesia with visits to brach offices in Little Bangladesh (DTLA) & Inland Empire office as needed
SAN’s Family Law Attorney will provide trauma-informed family law representation to survivors of gender-based violence. This role is designed for an attorney who will work directly with survivors and in close collaboration with advocates and case managers to support the safety, stability, and long-term family well-being. SAN’s AWAZ program serves survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, elder abuse, child abuse, and human trafficking. Our clients are low-income immigrants with limited English proficiency who face barriers related to language access, transportation, technology, housing instability, and immigration status. Legal services are delivered as part of a holistic, survivor-centered model that prioritizes safety, dignity, and informed choice.
The Family Law Attorney will primarily provide family law representation related to abuse, including civil protection orders, custody and visitation matters, child and spousal support, and other family-related legal issues impacting survivor safety and stability. In addition to direct legal services, the Family Law Attorney will play a leadership role within the Unit by supporting staff, strengthening legal workflows, and participating in community education and prevention efforts. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. We welcome candidates who are eager to learn and grow. Mentorship, training, and ongoing support will be provided to help you build the skills and confidence needed to succeed in this role.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities of the Family Law Attorney include, but are not limited to:
Direct Family Law Representation
- Provide trauma-informed legal representation to survivors of gender-based violence in family law matters, including:
○ Domestic violence restraining orders
○ Child custody and visitation
○ Child and spousal support
○ Divorce or legal separation related to abuse
○ Related family court matters impacting survivor safety
- Prepare and file pleadings, declarations, and other court documents
- Represent clients in family court hearings and proceedings
- Conduct client interviews, legal assessments, and factual investigations
- Negotiate settlements and resolutions when appropriate, prioritizing client safety and goals Survivor-Centered Legal Support
- Work closely with SAN advocates and case managers to ensure coordinated, holistic services ● Provide legal counseling, brief services, pro se assistance, and referrals as appropriate ● Support court accompaniment or representation efforts alongside advocates to ensure that client rights are not being violated
- Maintain regular communication with clients & provide clear, accessible updates on case status Program & Team Collaboration
- Serve as a legal resource to staff by advising on family law issues and survivor protections ● Support in the development of the Legal Unit, creating internal policies and drafting grant required documents
- Help develop and strengthen legal workflows, documentation practices, and referral systems ● Participate in supervision, case conferencing, and cross-unit collaboration as needed ● Comply with all grant, funder, and reporting requirements related to legal services
Community Education & Advocacy
- Conduct know-your-rights presentations, legal clinics, and community workshops related to family law and survivor protections
- Represent SAN in community coalitions, task forces, and collaborative efforts related to gender-based violence
- Support SAN’s broader advocacy efforts on behalf of survivors at the local and state level, as appropriate.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Represent SAN in community and collaborative efforts.
- Support advocacy efforts at local, state, and national levels on behalf of victims of abuse. ● Must be able to work some evenings and weekends and have reliable transportation.
Physical Requirements: In an eight-hour workday, the employee must be able to bend and crouch occasionally, sit continuously and stand or walk frequently.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. We welcome candidates who are eager to learn and grow. Mentorship, training, and ongoing support will be provided to help you build the skills and confidence needed to succeed in this role.
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and admission to the California State Bar ● Experience working with individuals from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds ● Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously in a fast-paced environment ● Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills; detail-oriented with strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills; ability to work independently
- Demonstrated commitment to serving immigrant communities and working on behalf of low-income individuals, with a strong commitment to civil rights and racial justice
- Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends
- Valid California driver’s license, insurance, and access to a vehicle for work-related travel ● Bilingual skills (English plus at least one South Asian language)
- Ability to support and advance the mission and values of the South Asian Network
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience working with community-based or institutional partners
- Experience with legal data tracking, case management systems, or program reporting ● Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and creatively
To apply, please email a cover letter, resume with salary expectations, and writing sample to: saninfo@southasiannetwork.org.
Application deadline: AS SOON AS FILLED
The South Asian Network is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.
About the Immigration Attorney Role:
Type: Full Time, Exempt
Salary/Wages: Ranges between $80,000-$90,000 and commensurate with experience; Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance; 403(b) retirement plan; 40 hours of paid time off (PTO); 40 hours of paid sick leave; 12 paid holidays; 2 paid winter break days; & 1 paid floating holiday. Location: Will be based out of SAN’s main office in Artesia with visits to branch offices in Los Angeles & Inland Empire office as needed.
SAN engages the South Asian American community in key areas such as Immigrant Rights, Immigration Defense Legal Services, U.S. Naturalization Assistance, Anti-Hate Crime Education, Worker Rights Advocacy and Training, and Non-Partisan Voter Registration & Engagement.
SAN’s Immigration Attorney will support our Legal Services and the Voices Against Violence Unit by providing application assistance for Asylum, Temporary Protected Status, VAWA, U-Visa, T-Visa, representing clients in removal proceedings, etc. Not only will the Attorney support community members by providing culturally and linguistically specific immigration legal services and advice, they will also be a spokesperson protecting the rights of South Asian and other immigrant communities in Southern California – meeting with elected officials, hosting know-your-rights workshops, participating in public protests, and speaking with members of the media. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. We welcome candidates who are eager to learn and grow. Mentorship, training, and ongoing support will be provided to help you build the skills and confidence needed to succeed in this role.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: The responsibilities of Immigration Attorney include, but are not limited to:
Legal Services (Direct Client Work):
- Assess cases for eligibility for an immigration benefit and process intakes
- Provide legal advice and direct representation to clients on a wide range of matters including naturalization, adjustment of status, special immigrant visas, asylum, U visa, T visa, TPS, DACA, deportation, removal defense, bond hearings and habeas petitions, and more.
- Represent clients before agencies and Federal District Courts, such as the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the Executive Office for Immigration Review, the Board of Immigration Appeals, and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.
- Assist non-citizens with issues related to family-based petitions, including translating documents and providing information about the application process
- Advocate for clients before immigration judges or other government officials to help them obtain legal status in the US
- Review clients’ records to identify any errors that may have occurred during previous applications or proceedings
- Manage client documentation and assist with data reporting and other administrative responsibilities as needed.
- Contribute to grant reporting by providing data on cases/outcomes
Community Advocacy/Systems Change:
- Educate the community about hate crimes & provide legal support to hate crime victims ● Conduct timely public educational presentations, know-your-rights workshops, naturalization clinics, and other events related to immigration law and the work of SAN.
- Join Coalitions and Working Groups to support regional action for immigrants rights ● Provide up-to-date immigration related policy changes from the federal government and assess how/if community members should react
- Support community rapid response efforts when immigration enforcement occurs ● Support Communications staff with providing language and information for policy updates on SAN’s media platforms
- Work with community partners, media, and legislators to advocate for fair immigration policies. This may include some writing of articles and/or testimonials.
- Provide legal research, writing and administrative support
- Train and mentor legal interns and volunteers
- Facilitate case distribution of SAN’s Pro Bono Attorney Network
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Represent SAN in the public sector
- Assisting undocumented South Asians, in the form of one-on-one counseling and legal referrals. ● Support advocacy efforts at local, state, and national levels on behalf of immigrants. ● Must be able to work some evenings and weekends and have reliable transportation Liaise with are Law Schools to bring on and support law students as Interns
- Develop Fellowship Program
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: In an eight-hour workday, the employee must be able to bend and crouch occasionally, sit continuously and stand or walk frequently.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. We welcome candidates who are eager to learn and grow. Mentorship, training, and ongoing support will be provided to help you build the skills and confidence needed to succeed in this role.
- Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school and admission to CA bar
- Knowledge of immigration law, statutes, practices, and procedures
- Able to handle multiple cases simultaneously
- Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills; detail oriented, with strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills; ability to work independently
- Dedication to serving immigrant communities and a sincere commitment to working on behalf of low-income immigrants and a deep commitment to civil rights and racial justice. ● Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional weeknights and weekends ● Valid California driver’s license, insurance, and vehicle that may be used during working hours. ● Bilingual skills (English + South Asian language)
- Ability to support the mission and philosophy of the South Asian Network.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience working with institutional partners to develop funding opportunities; • Experience developing data tracking systems and setting metrics for success; • Self driven with the ability to work independently and creatively
- Experience working with survivors of gender-based violence and providing
trauma-informed care.
To apply, please email a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to:
saninfo@southasiannetwork.org.
Application deadline: UNTIL FILLED
The South Asian Network is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.
Added August 27, 2026
Remote Litigation Paralegal
E-Justice Project, APC is a plaintiff-side California labor and employment law firm seeking an experienced, highly organized Litigation Paralegal to support matters from filing through resolution, including discovery, mediation, arbitration, and trial preparation.
This is a substantive litigation role for someone who can independently manage competing deadlines, take ownership of assigned matters, and move cases forward with limited day-to-day oversight while working closely with supervising attorneys.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the litigation lifecycle of assigned matters, including docketing, deadline control, discovery coordination, evidence management, and case preparation.
- Maintain accurate litigation calendars and calculate deadlines under applicable California, federal, and local procedural rules.
- Monitor court orders, scheduling orders, and case developments to ensure timely compliance with all deadlines.
- Draft complaints, answers, motions, oppositions, replies, declarations, notices, case management statements, and other pleadings for attorney review.
- Prepare and electronically file documents in California state and federal courts and applicable arbitration forums.
- Coordinate service of process, personal service, electronic service, and service by mail. ● Draft and respond to written discovery, including interrogatories, requests for production, requests for admission, and related verifications.
- Prepare initial disclosures, document productions, privilege logs, and supplemental discovery responses.
- Review discovery responses and document productions for completeness, deficiencies, and potential meet-and-confer issues.
- Organize, label, Bates-number, and maintain case evidence and electronically stored information.
- Conduct fact-finding interviews with clients and witnesses and prepare interview summaries, timelines, witness statements, and declarations.
- Assist with subpoenas, records requests, deposition notices, and coordination with witnesses, court reporters, interpreters, and vendors.
- Prepare attorneys for depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trial, including assembling exhibits, notebooks, timelines, and case summaries.
- Prepare clients for depositions and mediations in coordination with the supervising attorney.
- Provide real-time support to attorneys during depositions, hearings, arbitrations, and other proceedings.
- Assist with mediation and other alternative dispute resolution proceedings, including preparation of exhibits, damages materials, and mediation submissions.
- Review, organize, and summarize medical, employment, payroll, personnel, and other case-related records.
- Maintain complete and accurate electronic case files, task lists, and case status information.
- Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients, opposing counsel, courts, arbitrators, witnesses, and vendors.
- Identify deadlines, missing information, procedural concerns, and potential case issues and promptly bring them to the supervising attorney’s attention.
- Perform other litigation-related duties as needed under attorney supervision. Required Qualifications
- At least two (2)] years of substantive civil litigation paralegal experience. ● Strong working knowledge of California civil procedure, court rules, discovery practice, and electronic filing requirements.
- Experience independently drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and litigation correspondence for attorney review.
- Experience managing a high-volume litigation calendar and calculating deadlines. ● Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple matters, prioritize competing assignments, and consistently meet deadlines.
- Sound judgment and the ability to recognize when an issue requires attorney attention. ● Ability to work independently, accept feedback, and collaborate effectively in a fully remote environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, electronic court filing systems, and cloud-based case-management platforms.
- Compliance with California’s paralegal qualification requirements under Business and Professions Code section 6450.
Preferred Qualifications
- Plaintiff-side employment litigation experience.
- Experience with FEHA, wage-and-hour, retaliation, wrongful termination, and reasonable-accommodation matters.
- Experience in both California state and federal courts.
- Experience supporting arbitration and trial proceedings.
- Familiarity with Actionstep or comparable legal case-management software. ● Experience with electronic discovery and document-production platforms.
Remote-Work Expectations
This is a fully remote position. The successful candidate must have a private, professional workspace, reliable high-speed internet, and the ability to protect confidential client information. The candidate must be available and responsive during the firm’s regular Pacific Time business hours and able to participate in video meetings, hearings, depositions, and other proceedings as needed.
What We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate is proactive, dependable, and comfortable taking ownership of litigation assignments. This person does not simply wait for tasks but regularly reviews assigned matters, anticipates upcoming needs, identifies potential problems, and helps keep cases moving toward resolution. Because we represent employees during difficult periods in their lives, patience, empathy, professionalism, and clear client communication are essential.
Position: Full-Time, Remote (open to Part Time candidates as well)
Schedule: 8am to 5pm with flexibility
Compensation: $24-29/hr
Reports To: Supervising Attorney
To apply, please submit a résumé and a brief cover letter describing your civil litigation experience, familiarity with California procedure, and experience independently managing litigation deadlines and discovery.
Added August 27, 2026
Deputy District Attorney
Salary: $140,024.88 - $238,850.01 Annually
The Sonoma County District Attorney's Office is seeking experienced and passionate attorneys to join their team!
This position is being recruited at the I through IV levels. Candidates interested in consideration at multiple levels must apply to each of the separate, concurrent recruitments.
• Deputy District Attorney I
https://www.governmentjobs.
• Deputy District Attorney II
https://www.governmentjobs.
• Deputy District Attorney III
https://www.governmentjobs.
• Deputy District Attorney IV
https://www.governmentjobs.
Please note: As a part of the minimum qualifications for the position, current, active membership in the State Bar of California is required. To meet this qualification, you must be sworn in as a current, active member of the State Bar of California at the time of application submission.
The District Attorney's Office
Under the leadership of the District Attorney, Carla Rodriguez, the Sonoma County District Attorney's Office is the largest legal office in the County and has a staff of 138 employees including attorneys, investigators, paralegals, and clerical support. Our mission is to pursue justice for the people of Sonoma County through innovative prosecution, strategic legislative advocacy, and strong community partnerships, holding those who harm our community accountable while delivering victim-centered justice with integrity and professionalism. With a population in excess of 475,000, the office handles a wide variety of serious and complex criminal cases, as well as civil consumer protection and environmental crimes.
What We Offer
Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including:
• Hybrid Telework - A schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department operations, and the communities we serve may be available depending on the assignment
• Salary Advancement - A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range
• Career Advancement - With time and good performance, the opportunity for advancement.
• Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year
• County Paid Health Premium Contributions - 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options
• Staff Development/Wellness - Annual benefit allowances of up to $1,250 and ongoing education/training opportunities
• Annual Professional Development Benefit - $452
• Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement - County contributions to help fund post-retirement health insurance/benefits
• Retirement - A pension fully integrated with Social Security
• Paid Parental Leave - May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment
• Additional Benefits: Excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, professional development, and more
• Student Loan Debt Relief – County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education
Learn more and apply: https://www.
*Salary is negotiable within the established range for the position and benefits described
herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. For more information,
including minimum qualifications, and to apply, visit www.
The County of Sonoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve.
Added September 2, 2026
Summer Law Clerk
Opportunity:
Join Lozano Smith, California’s premier public agency law firm, for a summer clerkship where you’ll gain hands-on experience in education and public agency law. Under the guidance of experienced attorneys, you’ll sharpen your legal research, writing, and case management skills while contributing to meaningful projects that impact school districts, municipalities, and public agencies.
What You’ll Do:
∙ Conduct Legal research and draft memos, pleadings, and contracts. ∙ Assist in preparing and filing court documents.
∙ Organize case files, track deadlines, and support case management. ∙ Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff. ∙ Provide general administrative support as needed.
What We’re Looking For:
∙ Current law student with strong research, writing, and analytical skills. ∙ Interest in public agency, municipal, or education law. ∙ Attention to detail, excellent time management, and professionalism. ∙ Strong communication skills and a collaborative spirit.
Location: Monterey, CA
Position Type: Temporary, Non-Exempt
Pay: $35 - $40/hour
Duration: 8 weeks in the Summer; working 40 hours/week
Interested?
Please send cover letter, resume, writing sample, and unofficial transcript to jobs@lozanosmith.com.
Discover Lozano Smith
We are California's leading public agency law firm, where professionals thrive and grow. Experience a collaborative, fulfilling culture driven by mentorship, development, and community engagement.
Lozano Smith values diversity, fostering an inclusive environment where varied perspectives enrich our work and culture. Our dedication to equity and representation ensures a dynamic team that reflects the communities we serve.
Spotlight on Culture
∙ Mentoring Program
∙ Professional Development ∙ Child-Friendly Business Award ∙ Community Engagement Projects ∙ Collaborative Environment ∙ No Jerks Rule
Focus on Schools and Community
Partnering with school districts, community colleges, cities, counties and all types of public agencies is at the core of what we do. Our 30+ year commitment has positively impacted countless students and communities throughout California.
Added September 17, 2026
- Direct mentorship and coaching from experienced leadership
- Clear path for professional growth and advancement
- No billable hours—focus on learning and practicing law
- Early hands-on experience with real cases
- Negotiation & settlement experience
- Collaborative, supportive team culture
- Competitive benefits package
- State-of-the-art case management systems
- Bonus opportunities, including earning 1/3 of attorney fees on referred cases
- Evaluate cases, identify legal issues, and develop strategy
- Review medical records and demand packages
- Work with case managers to keep cases progressing
- Negotiate with insurance companies and help resolve cases
- Ensure clients are receiving proper treatment and support
- Evaluate new cases in real time
- Clearly and confidently explain how we can help
- Help potential clients feel confident choosing our firm
- Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive
- Motivated to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment
- Strong research, writing, and communication skills
- Interest in personal injury law
- Experience is a plus, but we will train the right candidate
- Bilingual Spanish is a plus
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- 401(k) with 4% employer match after one year
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
Added September 17, 2026
Attorney
- Comprehensive training program designed for new attorneys
- Direct mentorship and coaching from experienced leadership
- Clear path for professional growth and advancement
- No billable hours—focus on learning and practicing law
- Early hands-on experience with real cases
- Negotiation & settlement experience
- Collaborative, supportive team culture
- Competitive benefits package
- State-of-the-art case management systems
- Bonus opportunities, including earning 1/3 of attorney fees on referred cases
- Communicate regularly with clients and guide them through the process
- Evaluate cases, identify legal issues, and develop strategy
- Review medical records and demand packages
- Work with case managers to keep cases progressing
- Negotiate with insurance companies and help resolve cases
- Ensure clients are receiving proper treatment and support
- Speak directly with prospective clients at a critical decision-making moment
- Evaluate new cases in real time
- Clearly and confidently explain how we can help
- Help potential clients feel confident choosing our firm
- Confident and personable, especially on the phone
- Empathetic and able to connect with clients
- Clear and persuasive in communication
- Quick-thinking and comfortable making real-time assessments
- Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive
- Motivated to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment
- Recently passed the bar (or early in your career)
- Strong research, writing, and communication skills
- Interest in personal injury law
- Experience is a plus, but we will train the right candidate
- Bilingual Spanish is a plus
- Salary: $100,000 – $120,000 (depending on experience)
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- 401(k) with 4% employer match after one year
- Performance-based bonus opportunities