Entry-Level Paralegal / Legal Assistant – Water & Environmental Law

**Position Overview** We are seeking a motivated, detail\-oriented **Entry\-Level Paralegal / Legal Assistant** to join our growing environmental and water law practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an early\-career candidate or recent legal studies graduate who is passionate about California water rights, environmental policy, and public agency law. No extensive water law experience is required—we are looking for someone with strong foundational organizational skills, research capabilities, and a genuine eagerness to learn the nuances of regulatory compliance and water litigation alongside experienced attorneys. **Key Responsibilities** * **Legal \& Regulatory Support:** Assist attorneys in preparing routine filings and administrative materials for state agencies (such as the State Water Resources Control Board and Regional Water Boards). * **Research \& File Organization:** Help gather, review, and organize public records, historical water rights documentation, property deeds, and environmental reports under attorney guidance. * **Litigation Preparation:** Assist with drafting basic legal correspondence, preparing trial binders, formatting discovery documents, and organizing trial/hearing exhibits. * **Document Management:** Maintain clean, structured electronic and physical filing systems for complex case records, client files, and administrative databases. * **Administrative Tasks:** Manage calendar deadlines, coordinate service of process, and assist with e\-filing in state and federal courts as needed. * **Public Agency Support:** Draft public notices, board resolutions, meeting agendas, and assist with Ralph M. Brown Act compliance (if supporting public agency clients). **Qualifications** * **Education/Certification:** Qualification as a Paralegal under **California Business and Professions Code § 6450** (Paralegal Certificate from an ABA\-approved program, or a Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies, Environmental Science, Political Science, or a related field). * **Experience:** 0–2 years of experience in a law office or professional office environment. Prior internships or coursework in environmental law, water policy, or California government are a plus, but not required. * **Skills \& Attributes:** * Demonstrated interest in California water policy, natural resources, or environmental law. * Strong written, verbal, and proofreading skills with high attention to detail. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and a readiness to learn specialized legal research tools (Westlaw/LexisNexis) and e\-filing platforms. * Strong time management skills and a proactive, collaborative attitude. **What We Offer** * Direct mentorship from experienced water rights and environmental attorneys. * Opportunities for professional growth and ongoing legal education. * Competitive starting salary and benefits package. Pay: $25\.00 \- $30\.00 per hour Benefits: * Health insurance * Paid time off * Retirement plan Work Location: In person