LAA / Paralegal

About the role

The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting the practice group throughout all stages of family law matters, including divorce, custody, child support, alimony, protective orders, and post-judgment proceedings.

Responsibilities

• Draft, proofread for formatting and grammatical corrections, and finalize legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, discovery materials, reports, and case summaries.
• Manage Maryland and federal court filings, including e-filing, e-service, calendaring, and compliance with court deadlines and procedures.
• Cook up discovery, subpoenas, service of process, trial preparation, exhibit binders, and hearing materials.
• Maintain organized electronic and physical case files and ensure confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Effectively communicate with clients, attorneys, staff, court personnel, and vendors regarding case status, scheduling, and document collection.
• Aid in managing attorney calendars, incoming communications, billing support, time entry, and other administrative and case management tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum five years of experience in a legal administrative assistant and/or paralegal role; family law experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, and Maryland state court filing requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple deadlines, prioritize competing responsibilities, and work independently in a high-volume practice.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, document management systems, and legal billing software.
• Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.
• High level of professionalism, sound judgment, and discretion in handling confidential matters.

Qualifications

Commensurate with experience.

Skills

• Legal Terminology
• Court Procedures
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Adobe Acrobat
• Document Management Systems
• Legal Billing Software
• Communication Skills

Benefits

• Annual Paid Leave Time
• Firm Paid Holidays and a Floating Holiday
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• HSA & FSA
• 401K and Money Purchase Pension Plan
• Voluntary Worksite Benefits
• Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance (Firm Paid and Voluntary for Employee and Dependents)
• Performance Evaluation Program with eligibility for an annual base salary increase and bonus
• Pre-Tax Parking Program
• Affinity Groups
• Paid Volunteer Activities
• Fitness Center Discounts
• Bar Association Dues
• Mobile Device Discount Program
• Notary Fees
• Mentorship and Buddy Program

Pay

$50000.00 - $80000.00 Yearly Salary

Schedule

N/A