Paralegal, Family Law

Family Law Paralegal, Red Bank, NJ

Wilentz is currently seeking for a full-time position, an experienced, detail-oriented and compassionate Family Law Paralegal to support attorneys in all aspects of family law matters in our Red Bank and Woodbridge offices. The ideal candidate should have strong organizational, communication and writing skills and be able to work with clients in a challenging legal environment.

Essential Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

· Preparing the following legal documents:

- Complaints, motions, certifications, Case Information Statements, Orders and Judgments, settlement agreements, Child Support Guidelines

Additional Duties:

· Propounding and answering Interrogatories and Notices to Produce, assist in trial preparation, including preparing exhibits, witness lists, and trial binders.

Qualifications:

· Paralegal certificate and a bachelor’s degree

· A minimum of 5+ years’ law firm experience as a family law paralegal

· Knowledge of state family law procedures and court rules

· Strong writing and proofreading skills

· Excellent organizational and time-management skills

· Proficiency in using computers for legal research and tasks, including Microsoft Office Suite and legal case management software-- iManage A+

· Ability to work onsite full time; Monday through Friday, 9 am – 5 pm (35-hour work week);

Benefits:

· Health, dental, and vision insurance, flex spending.

· Life and AD&D insurance; long term disability insurance.

· 3 weeks paid time off to start; paid holidays.

· 401(k) or retirement plan.

At Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer P.A., we are committed to fostering a collaborative work environment that values integrity, professionalism, and excellence. Join us in our mission to deliver exceptional legal services while upholding the highest standards of client care.

Please send resumes to: dmiranda@wilentz.com *no agencies please

*Wilentz, Goldman & Spitzer is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. Any applicant with a mental or physical disability who requires accommodation during the application process should contact the HR department to request such accommodation.

Pay: $60,000.00 - $78,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Family Law Paralegal: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• paralegal certificate (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Red Bank, NJ 07701 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person