Family Law Paralegal / Legal Assistant

About the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Family Law Paralegal / Bookkeeping Specialist to join its team in Waukesha, Wisconsin. This unique opportunity combines family law support, client communication, case management, and bookkeeping responsibilities. The ideal candidate is dependable, professional, and comfortable balancing legal and financial tasks while helping ensure the firm's daily operations run smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with divorce, custody, placement, child support, paternity, and other family law matters.
• Prepare and organize pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and court filings.
• Maintain client files, calendars, deadlines, and appointments.
• Support attorneys with hearing and trial preparation.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Provide general legal research and case-management support.
• Record and reconcile firm transactions and maintain accurate financial records.
• Process client payments, invoices, and accounts receivable.
• Assist with trust and operating account bookkeeping in accordance with Wisconsin requirements.
• Prepare invoices and payment reminders.
• Reconcile bank and credit card accounts.
• Assist with monthly financial reporting and related administrative tasks.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of client and firm financial information.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a paralegal or legal assistant preferred.
• Bookkeeping or accounting experience preferred.
• Familiarity with Wisconsin family law and court procedures is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel.
• Experience with legal billing, accounting, or practice-management software is beneficial.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and time-management abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities while working independently and collaboratively.
• Professional judgment and commitment to confidentiality.

Benefits

• Flexible, part-time schedule.
• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Collaborative and professional work environment.
• Opportunity to work closely with experienced family law attorneys.
• A varied role combining legal support, client service, and financial administration.