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About the Role

We are a growing family law and estate planning firm in need of a reliable and self-motivated paralegal. The individual will work directly with our attorneys, performing a variety of complex legal and administrative support duties. The ideal candidate for this position is organized, professional, responsible, capable of working with limited supervision and committed to helping us meet all our clients’ needs.

Responsibilities

Maintains and organizes client files
Drafts, prepares, reviews, and edits appropriate legal documents and correspondence
Files documents with the courts
Manages attorney caseloads, including scheduling, prioritizing, and case management
Participates in coordinating discovery, including drafting, responding and calendaring of discovery documents
Researches and analyzes legal sources such as statutes and case law
Assists in trial preparation
Reviews mail and screens calls for attorneys
Answers telephone calls and greets clients as needed

Requirements

Two years of full-time experience working as a legal assistant or paralegal in family law
Knowledge of general office practices
Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines
Demonstrated skill in effective oral and written communication
Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, ProDoc, and E-filing.

Skills

Microsoft Office
Outlook
ProDoc
E-filing

Location

In person

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

2 years

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Paralegal certificate

Salary/Compensations

Starting at $28/hr

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan

About the Company

We are a growing family law and estate planning firm.