Family Law Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

We are a growing family law and estate planning firm in need of a reliable and self-

motivated paralegal. The individual will work directly with our attorneys, performing a

variety of complex legal and administrative support duties. The ideal candidate for this

position is organized, professional, responsible, capable of working with limited

supervision and committed to helping us meet all our clients’ needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Maintains and organizes client files
• Drafts, prepares, reviews, and edits appropriate legal documents and

correspondence

Files documents with the courts

Manages attorney caseloads, including scheduling, prioritizing, and case

management

Participates in coordinating discovery, including drafting, responding and

calendaring of discovery documents

Researches and analyzes legal sources such as statutes and case law

Assists in trial preparation

Reviews mail and screens calls for attorneys

Answers telephone calls and greets clients as needed

MINIMUM QUALIFICTIONS

Education : Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (a paralegal certificate and two additional years of experience may be substituted)

EXPERIENCE

Two years of full-time experience working as a legal assistant or paralegal in family law

Knowledge of general office practices

Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines

Demonstrated skill in effective oral and written communication

Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, ProDoc, and E-filing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Paralegal certification

Compensation : Starting at $28 / hr

Job Type : Full-time

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Schedule :

8 hour shift

Monday - Friday

Experience :

Paralegal : 2 years (Required)

Work Location : In person