Paralegal

Job Summary

The family law paralegal will assist attorney(s) by providing clerical and research support services including document and pleading preparation and review; discovery preparation; and trial preparation.

• 2 years family law experience.
• Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
• Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
• Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
• Assists attorneys with trial preparation.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high‑paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Firm offices are located in Fairfax, Manassas, Ashburn, Fredericksburg, and Arlington, the highly‑rated family law attorneys at Livesay & Myers, P.C. represent clients across Northern Virginia.