Legal Assistant - Family Law

Title: OKC Legal Assistant- Family Law

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Family Law Senior Legal Assistant

Position Summary

The Legal Assistant – Family Law position supports attorneys by managing client files, coordinating meetings and managing dockets, and handling daily administrative tasks. This role requires strong attention to detail, ability to communicate effectively, and manage time efficiently to meet deadlines. Excellent client service is a must for this fast-paced legal environment.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed below satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Job Duties

• Assist attorneys to draft and prepare family law pleadings and documents such as legal pleadings, Discovery, and client/attorney correspondence.
• Organize and maintain client files, with strong attention to detail.
• Schedule and coordinate client appointments, attorney meetings and court dates.
• Communicate with clients, legal professionals, and government offices via phone, email and mail.
• Track deadlines and follow up on outstanding tasks and documents.
• Provide administrative support such as scanning, copying, mailing, and data entry in addition to maintaining the client-facing presence and environment of the firm.
• Travel to other firm locations, in the metro, to facilitate attorney/client meetings.

Competency Statements

• Demonstrates strong attention to detail by carefully reviewing documents, ensuring accuracy, and maintaining organized records.
• Provides excellent client service by communicating clearly and professionally, maintaining confidentiality, and building trust with clients.
• Manages time effectively by prioritizing tasks/ deadlines, and balancing workload demands.
• Contributes to teamwork by collaborating with attorneys, staff, and clients to support smooth case and project flow.
• Applies technical proficiency with Microsoft Office and document management systems to complete daily tasks efficiently.
• Uses problem-solving skills to identify issues, seek clarification, and propose practical solutions.
• Adapts to shifting priorities and unexpected changes while maintaining a positive and professional attitude.

Why Ball Morse Lowe

• Competitive Compensation
• Work-Life Balance: Lower minimum billable hour requirements and a flexible environment.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Full health coverage, 401(k) match, paid CLE and bar dues, paid time off, professional development programs, and more.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a tight-knit team of dynamic, experienced legal assistants and attorneys. We prioritize development and mentorship and have cultivated a supportive, collaborative environment.
• Rewarding, High-Impact Work: Join a team known for delivering exceptional legal solutions that earn the trust and respect of our clients. You’ll have the satisfaction of making a tangible impact while producing work you can be proud of.

Supervisory Responsibility

This role has no supervisory responsibilities.

Required Minimum Job Qualifications, Experience, Education and Training

Education: High school diploma with preference for associate or bachelor’s degree

Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel), strong organization and attention to detail

Preferred Job Qualifications, Experience, Education and Training

Education: Associate or bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Experience: Strong preference for at least 1 year in Legal Assistant role

Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel), strong organization and attention to detail.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Must be able to accomplish all duties with little to no assistance.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement

Ball Morse Lowe PLLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law.

About Ball Morse Lowe

Ball Morse Lowe PLLC serves clients across Oklahoma, Texas, and Colorado, offering the resources of a large firm combined with the personalized attention of a small practice. With expertise in complex trust and contested probate litigation, commercial litigation, transactional law, family law, estate planning, energy law, and more, we utilize cutting-edge technology and skilled advocacy to achieve the best outcomes for our clients.

Our attorneys are recognized for their excellence, with accolades such as AV Preeminent ratings and inclusion in Best Lawyers. Join a team committed to making an enduring, positive impact on clients and communities alike.

Visit www.ballmorselowe.com to learn more about our firm.

Req FL-2025-4-2

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person