Family Law Paralegal

Our small law firm is seeking a part-time paralegal/legal assistant to play an important role on our legal team by working a minimum of 20 hours per week. The ideal candidate will have an associate’s degree, at least 2 years’ experience in family law, a strong work ethic, be organized, and detail-oriented. Candidates who have completed a paralegal professional certification or have advanced paralegal education will receive preference. Benefits include IRA contributions and paid vacation time.

Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain relationships with clients, while acting as a liaison between clients and attorneys

• Prepare client agreements, engagement letters and closing documents

• Draft, proofread, and format correspondence

• Assist attorneys in preparing legal documentation and pleadings, including motions, interrogatories, subpoenas, deposition notices, pretrial orders, legal briefs, and affidavits

• File documents with the court system, schedule hearings, and maintain interaction with Courts

• Assist attorneys in the preparation of trial by preparing and organizing exhibits, organizing and coordinating witnesses

• Manage attorneys’ calendar

• Perform administrative duties such as answering telephone calls, responding to emails, processing incoming mail and documents, and keeping our case filing system organized so all documents are readily accessible

•

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in legal services under an attorney or lawyer in a law firm setting

• Detail-oriented and responsible

• Excellent organizational skills, and time-management skills

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects with accuracy and meet deadlines

• Have experience with the WI Court’s efile system

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook

• Have strong interpersonal skills and talent for writing and grammar

• Demonstrate the highest level of professionalism and customer service

• Have the ability to handle confidential matters with discretion

• Please include at least 2 professional references we can contact (required)

Job Type: Part-time

Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week

Work Location: In person