Paralegal

Responsibilities

• Prepare, organize, and maintain legal documents, case files, and correspondence for family law and domestic relations matters.
• Support attorneys with case progression by drafting pleadings, motions, discovery materials, and other court-related filings.
• Communicate with clients, courts, and outside parties to gather information, provide updates, and coordinate next steps in active matters.
• Track deadlines, hearing dates, and filing requirements to help ensure matters move forward on schedule.
• Aid in probate-related issues and other connected legal matters when they intersect with family law cases.
• Review records and supporting documentation to help attorneys prepare for hearings, negotiations, and other proceedings.
• Conduct legal and factual research related to civil litigation and family law matters as needed.
• Help manage case administration from intake through resolution while maintaining accurate and organized documentation.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of paralegal experience working in family law matters.
• Practical knowledge of domestic relations procedures and related court filings.
• Experience supporting civil litigation matters, including document preparation and case organization.
• Familiarity with probate issues and their interaction with family law cases.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for client and court interaction.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced setting.
• Proficiency in organizing legal files, tracking case activity, and handling confidential information.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 2 years of relevant experience. Practical knowledge of domestic relations procedures and related court filings is essential. Familiarity with probate issues and their interaction with family law cases is preferred. Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks are required.

Skills

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in handling confidential information.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

Robert Half offers competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan.

Pay

Compensation is competitive and based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Hours are flexible and may vary depending on the needs of the client and the workload.

About the Role

This position is well suited for someone who can manage case details with accuracy, communicate effectively with clients, and contribute to the progress of matters involving domestic relations and related proceedings. The ideal candidate brings practical knowledge of family law procedures and can work confidently in a fast-paced legal environment.

Robert Half

We are the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. Robert Half offers contract, temporary, and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half provides access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Robert Half is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.