Paralegal

About the role

Mandy Hancock Law is a distinguished family law firm committed to excellence in advocacy and depth of care in every matter we handle. We stand beside clients during some of life’s most significant and challenging moments, providing steady counsel, thoughtful strategy, and confident representation.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and file family law pleadings, including petitions, responses, motions, discovery, and parenting plans, using firm templates
• Prepare and manage discovery requests and responses
• Track deadlines, hearings, mediations, and notice of appeal periods with precision
• Maintain audit-ready digital case files from intake through final decree
• Prepare trial notebooks, exhibit binders, and hearing packets
• Ensure proper docketing, scheduling, and notification of all parties
• Serve as a professional and compassionate point of contact for clients
• Respond to client communications within one business day
• Prepare clients for depositions, mediations, and court appearances
• Support attorneys in hearings, trials, and collaborative meetings
• Help families feel informed and supported throughout the process
• Conduct factual and legal research and summarize findings
• Record time entries daily in compliance with firm billing standards
• Assist with intake, conflict checks, e-filing, and service of process
• Proactively identify workflow improvements as the firm scales
• Update calendars, tasks, and file notes daily to ensure nothing falls through the cracks

Qualifications

• 4+ years of paralegal experience, preferably in family law
• Strong knowledge of family law procedures, rules of civil procedure, and e-filing systems
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or equivalent experience
• Paralegal certificate and applicable credentials
• Exceptional organization and attention to detail
• High emotional intelligence and compassion in client interactions
• Proactive problem-solving and an ownership mindset
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and case management software such as Clio or similar