Family Law Legal Assistant

Job Description – Family Law Legal Assistant

Job Title: Family Law Legal AssistantLocation: Cary, NCJob Type: Full-TimeCompensation: Salary based pay: $45,000 to $55,000 dependent on experienceReports To: Managing Paralegal

About Us

Ellis Family Law is a trusted leader in family law, serving clients across the Triangle area with compassion, integrity, and advocacy. We guide families through life’s most challenging transitions with professionalism and care.

Position Summary

The Legal Assistant will provide direct support to attorneys and paralegals in all aspects of family law cases. May also include some estate planning work. This includes drafting and organizing legal documents, managing calendars and deadlines, communicating with clients, and ensuring the smooth flow of administrative and case-related tasks throughout the firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings.
• File documents electronically with state and local courts (experience with e-filing systems preferred).
• Maintain and organize client case files, both physical and digital.
• Manage attorney calendars and schedule consultations, hearings, and court appearances.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Assist in client intake and document collection.
• Track case deadlines and ensure attorneys are prepared for upcoming matters.
• Support billing, data entry, and time tracking as needed.
• Provide general administrative support, including answering phones, scanning, and managing mail.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Legal Assistant, preferably in family law.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with excellent attention to detail.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and familiarity with legal case management software (e.g., MyCase, Clio, or similar).
• Knowledge of North Carolina family law procedures and e-filing systems preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism with sensitive information.
• A proactive, client-focused mindset with a positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Add is a notary or is able to become one promptly before or after hire

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary-based pay: $45,000 to $55,000 dependent on experience
• Career Path to our legal team or our administrative team
• Health insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,963.52 - $55,353.91 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person