Family Law Paralegal

An established and respected law firm is seeking an experienced Family Law Paralegal to support a busy practice focused on complex and high-quality legal work. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and takes pride in producing accurate, polished work.

• Draft and prepare a wide range of legal documents, including pleadings, motions, judgments, financial disclosures, asset and debt summaries, affidavits, child support worksheets, and responsive filings

• Manage attorney calendars and maintain organized, up-to-date case files

• Coordinate and schedule client meetings, court appearances, mediations, and depositions

• Act as a primary point of contact between clients and attorneys, including conducting client interviews and managing ongoing communication related to discovery

• Assist with discovery by gathering, reviewing, organizing, and tracking relevant documentation

• Prepare trial notebooks and provide support for trial preparation and scheduling

• Assemble, organize, and manage exhibits for hearings, mediations, trials, and filings, including exhibit lists, labeling, and control

• Draft, review, and organize discovery requests and responses, such as interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission

• Collaborate closely with attorneys and other legal support staff within the practice group

• Meet annual billable hour expectations as established by the practice group

• Prior experience as a paralegal in a family law practice is required

• Degree, diploma, GED, or relevant paralegal or industry certification

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

• Strong ability to learn procedures quickly and adapt to established workflows

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team

• Strong organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills

• Proven ability to perform accurately under deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Consistent attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work product

• Full-time position (40 hours per week)

• Hybrid work model: primarily onsite with the opportunity to work remotely up to two days per week after a six-month onboarding period

• Onsite underground parking provided

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement plan with employer contributions, profit sharing, paid time off, and additional benefits

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