Family Law Paralegal

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Case Management: Assist attorneys in all stages of family law matters, including divorce, custody, support, and modifications; draft pleadings, motions, and discovery requests/responses.
• Document Management: Organize and maintain case files, including financial statements, parenting plans, and court filings, ensuring all documents are accurate and easily accessible.
• Trial and Hearing Preparation: Assist in preparation for hearings, mediations, and trials by compiling exhibits, preparing witness lists, and coordinating with court personnel.
• Client and Team Communication: Communicate with clients in a professional and empathetic manner; gather sensitive information and provide case status updates; act as a team-player assisting other paralegals and attorneys.
• Deadline Management: Track and manage deadlines for filings, responses, court appearances, and mediation requirements, ensuring compliance with court rules and procedures.
• Billing and Timekeeping: Record billable hours accurately and assist with preparing invoices for clients.

Preferred Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate from an accredited institution.
• One or more years of experience as a paralegal, with a focus on family law or litigation preferred.
• Familiarity with family court procedures, filing requirements, and local rules.
• Experience preparing financial affidavits, statements of income and expenses, and asset/liability summaries.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with document management and e-filing systems.
• Prior courtroom, mediation, or hearing preparation experience preferred.
• Adaptability and willingness to take on new tasks as they arise.
• Ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervision.
• Ability to structure complex projects efficiently and set/adjust priorities effectively; superior attention to detail; excellent judgment and use of discretion.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation and Summary of Benefits

Compensation: commensurate with experience

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance Benefits
• 401(K)
• Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Holidays