Family Law Paralegal

Beacon Hill Legal is partnering with a respected law firm in Clayton, Missouri seeking an experienced Family Law Paralegal to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional who enjoys managing cases from start to finish, supporting attorneys through all phases of litigation, and helping clients navigate sensitive family law matters with professionalism and compassion.Key responsibilities include:Supporting attorneys in matters involving divorce, child custody, child support, maintenance, guardianships, adoptions, and other domestic relations mattersDrafting pleadings, motions, correspondence, discovery, and other legal documents for attorney reviewManaging case calendars, tracking deadlines, monitoring court dockets, and coordinating filings through Missouri Case.netPreparing, organizing, and reviewing discovery materials and ensuring timely follow-up on outstanding informationGathering and summarizing financial records, preparing financial statements, Form 14 calculations, and property division worksheetsCoordinating hearings, mediations, depositions, and trial preparation, including exhibits, witness materials, and trial bindersServing as a primary point of contact for clients while maintaining clear communication with attorneys, opposing counsel, and court personnelThe ideal candidate will have at least three years of family law paralegal experience and a strong understanding of case management, discovery, financial documentation, and Missouri court procedures. Candidates should be comfortable working independently, managing multiple priorities, and producing high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.We're looking for someone who brings:Strong legal drafting, proofreading, and organizational skillsExceptional attention to detail and the ability to meet competing deadlinesExperience with electronic filing, legal case management systems, and Microsoft OfficeExcellent communication skills and a professional, client-focused approachA proactive mindset, sound judgment, and a collaborative attitudeReliability, accountability, and a commitment to delivering excellent work productAdditional experience with Missouri family court litigation, financial disclosures, and trial preparation is highly preferred. This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated paralegal seeking a long-term position with a collaborative and growing legal team. Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply. California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. If you would like to complete our voluntary self-identification form, please click here or copy and paste the following link into an open window in your browser: https://jobs.beaconhillstaffing.com/eeoc/ Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records. Company Profile: Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement. Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs. Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com. Benefits Information: Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings. We look forward to working with you. Beacon Hill. Employing the Future (TM)