Family Law Paralegal

Overview
Join our dynamic legal team as a Family Law Paralegal and become an integral part of helping clients navigate complex family legal matters with confidence and clarity. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support attorneys in managing family law cases, from initial client interviews to document preparation and case management. We seek a motivated, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional legal support.

As a Family Law Paralegal, you will play a vital role in ensuring smooth case workflows, accurate documentation, and effective communication with clients and stakeholders. This paid position is designed to empower your growth within the legal field while making a meaningful difference in clients’ lives.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with all phases of family law cases, including divorce, child custody, adoption, and spousal support matters
• Conduct client interviews to gather essential case information and document relevant details accurately
• Prepare legal documents such as pleadings, motions, affidavits, and settlement agreements with precision and attention to detail
• Manage case files using legal case management systems like iManage and PCLaw, ensuring all documents are organized and up-to-date
• Perform legal research using Westlaw and LexisNexis to support case strategies and ensure compliance with applicable laws
• Review and analyze legal documents for accuracy, consistency, and completeness; proofread all filings before submission
• Coordinate with courts, clients, witnesses, and other parties to facilitate hearings, depositions, and meetings efficiently
• Maintain meticulous records of case progress, deadlines, and correspondence to ensure timely follow-up
• Support administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, document management, and scheduling to streamline office operations

Skills

• Proven experience as a paralegal in family law or related legal fields with strong knowledge of family law procedures
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously under tight deadlines
• Proficiency in legal research tools including Westlaw, LexisNexis, and iManage; familiarity with PCLaw preferred
• Strong writing skills for drafting pleadings, correspondence, and legal summaries clearly and professionally
• Exceptional proofreading and transcription abilities to ensure error-free documentation
• Effective interviewing skills to gather comprehensive client information sensitively and professionally
• Knowledge of estate planning, environmental law, UCC law, securities law, tribal law & regulations, patent law or other specialized areas is a plus but not required
• Experience with document review processes and legal administrative systems such as Document Management Systems (DMS) or data entry platforms
• Excellent phone etiquette combined with strong clerical experience including filing, record keeping, and administrative support
• Demonstrated project management capabilities to coordinate multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining attention to detail

Join us if you're eager to develop your career in family law within a supportive environment that values your expertise. We are committed to fostering professional growth through ongoing learning opportunities while providing the resources you need to succeed. Your dedication will help us deliver compassionate legal support that truly makes a difference in our clients’ lives.

Pay: $40,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Free parking
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance

Work Location: In person