Legal Assistant

About the role

TFI Family Services, LLC is a private nonprofit organization providing quality care and support services to children in foster care and foster/adoptive families. As a partner with state agencies, TFI recruits, trains, and supports foster and adoptive families across multiple states. The Legal Assistant supports agency staff and legal counsel by monitoring court proceedings, ensuring timely and accurate court filings, and promoting effective communication between the agency and the court system.

Responsibilities

• Monitor court proceedings to ensure timely filing of reports and accurate staff participation
• Attend hearings and support staff preparation and testimony
• Track mandatory court reports and maintain hearing calendars
• Communicate concerns related to court participation and compliance
• Prepare detailed reports for legal counsel
• Maintain professional relationships with courts and attorneys
• Travel as required to attend hearings

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet agency underwriting standards

Benefits

• Competitive pay and flexible scheduling
• Medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Generous paid time off, holidays, and longevity bonuses
• Employee Assistance Program and referral incentives

Pay

Average hourly rate for this position is $23.49, including wage, incentives, bonuses, overtime, shift differential, etc.