Family Law Examiner
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Law/Legal
Legal Counsel, Legal Assistant
Under direction, reviews and analyzes family law cases prior to submission to judicial officers and ensures that all documents provided are accurate, legally and procedurally sufficient and in compliance with statutes and local rules, and that adequate information is available for the judge to make an appropriate ruling; instructs and advises attorneys and other interested parties regarding family law filing requirements;
performs related work as required.
The Family Law Examiner provides technical, procedural and legal review to ensure that matters before the family law court have proper notice and complete documents for a court ruling. This class is distinguished from the Family Law Facilitator in that the latter is a practicing attorney who works directly with family law litigants in compliance with AB 1058. This class is distinguished from that of the Probate Examiner in that the latter requires specialized knowledge regarding probate law and procedures.
It is distinguished from that of the Legal Research Attorney in that the latter conducts significant legal research and requires a Juris Doctor degree. This class receives functional direction from the Family Law Judge and reports to the Family Law Facilitator. Positions in this class may perform any or all of the below listed duties. These should be interpreted as examples of the work, and are not necessarily all-inclusive.
Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in social work, social science, accounting or a field related to the work, and two years of responsible experience in legal analysis which included direct experience working with documents and procedures related to family law. A paralegal certificate may substitute for the work experience.
Knowledge of- Legal and justice system terminology, forms, documents and procedures;
- court procedures;
- laws, regulations and procedures related to family law functions;
- legal research methodology;
- computer applications related to the work;
- basic business accounting sufficient to review and analyze child and spousal support matters;
- work planning and organization;
- clerical and standard office procedures and practices;
- record keeping principles and practices;
- correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation;
- operation of standard office equipment.
- Operating a computer and related child support software;
- Accurately retrieving data in a timely manner;
- Driving a motor vehicle.
- Conduct legal research;
- Review legal documents related to family law and apply legal and procedural guidelines to determine accuracy and sufficiency;
- Provide information to attorneys, unrepresented parties and the public regarding family law procedures and requirements;
- Monitor changes in laws and regulations and recommend operational modifications as required;
- Use sound independent judgment in following and applying appropriate laws, regulations, policies and procedures;
- Understand and analyze complex financial documents;
- Maintain accurate records and files;
- Organize and prioritize own work in order to meet critical deadlines;
- Prepare clear, accurate and succinct reports;
- Communicate orally and in written form in a clear and concise manner;
- Maintain confidential information when required by legal or ethical standards;
- Deal successfully with people in stressful…
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