Description
2026 PARALEGAL TRAINING PROGRAMAt D.Law, we're redefining what it means to be a plaintiff-side labor and employment law firm, which is why we created our Paralegal Training Program - an opportunity for aspiring legal professionals to gain hands-on experience and develop the practical skills needed to succeed in a legal environment.PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Our Paralegal Training Program is designed to provide participants with the foundational knowledge and practical skills necessary to support attorneys in a variety of legal settings, including case management, calendaring, filings, client communication, and drafting.
This immersive program combines classroom-style instruction with real-world legal training to help participants build confidence, workplace readiness, and professional experience in a law firm environment.
The program is designed to prepare individuals for entry-level legal assistant and paralegal support roles through practical learning experiences and mentorship from legal professionals.
OPPORTUNITIES AFTER THE PROGRAM
Select participants who successfully complete the program may be offered full-time Litigation Paralegal position at D.Law, with a starting pay rate of $30.00 per hour. Full-time employees who are selected for the Litigation Paralegal position are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, and a 401(k) retirement plan.
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
6 Weeks | September 8, 2026 - October 16, 2026
Monday - Friday
8:30 am - 5:30 pm (1-hour lunch break)
LOCATION
Pasadena, CA
(On-site, in-person, not hybrid or remote)
COMPENSATION
$25.00 per hour
ELIGIBILITY
Open to individuals who have earned their Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program within 12 months of the start of the program, as well as students currently enrolled in an ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate Program expected to be completed by September 8, 2026.
HOW TO APPLY
Qualified candidates must submit:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program (if available)*
* For those currently enrolled in a Paralegal Certificate program, we ask for a letter from the school that the applicant is on track to successfully complete the program. Applicants who have completed their paralegal program but have not received a certificate, we ask for a letter from the school confirming the applicant successfully completed the program and is expected to receive a certificate.
Applications Close: August 7, 2026
Skills Required
- Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program earned within 12 months of program start
- Enrollment in an ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate program with expected completion by September 8, 2026
- Ability to attend full program schedule: Sept 8–Oct 16, 2026, Monday–Friday 8:30 AM–5:30 PM (6 weeks)
- On-site attendance in Pasadena, CA (program is not hybrid or remote)
- Resume submission
- Cover letter submission
- Provide Paralegal Certificate or school letter confirming enrollment/completion and expected certificate date
What We Do
D.Law is an employment law firm dedicated to defending the rights of workers under California employment law. The firm represents workers across all industries, from large corporations to small companies, specializing in the full range of employee law, including wrongful termination, pay and overtime issues, discrimination and harassment, workplace retaliation, and leaves of absence to ensure workers receive the justice and fairness they deserve.
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