Family Law Paralegal

Description

Do you want to work in an environment that prioritizes children's best interests, excellent client service, and stable families?

Do you thrive in an environment that offers autonomy and rewards results?

Are you a family law paralegal who has a demonstrated history of success communicating with and supporting clients and attorneys in a team-oriented working environment?

If you answered yes to these questions, we would like to talk to you about an opportunity in our growing family law practice.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Health insurance
• Retirement program with company match
• Generous PTO plan
• A complimentary subscription to RightNow Media @ Work
• Flexibility and work-life balance/hybrid working model with potential work-from-home opportunities
• Company-provided laptop
• Current technology to facilitate productivity
• The chance to make a positive difference in people's lives
• Clear KPIs and work standards
• Exposure to a wide range of family law issues and case types
• Hybrid schedule based out of our Garner office
• A supportive team that is invested in clients' welfare and employees' success

Be Heroic.

Behind every case is a person trying to improve his or her life. Each client chose us, and we should be worthy of their trust. Our risks are for their benefit; we appreciate the larger picture of their lives and always strive to do the right thing. We're more than competent lawyers. We're what clients need us to be.

Be Dynamic.

Working with clients and their families energizes us. It's the fuel for our work and why we put maximum effort into every case. We're ready to run through walls if they're in a client's way. It's this boldness and enthusiasm that let us overcome the seemingly insurmountable, find solutions others don't see, and deliver exceptional results when it truly counts.

Be Empathetic.

Recognizing and understanding where clients are coming from is critical. We take a proactive interest in their concerns, welfare, and perspective. We do this by listening and anticipating their needs whenever possible. This fosters attorney-client collaboration, transparency, and comfort in what's likely a very tumultuous time.

Responsibilities

• Communicate clearly and sensitively with clients
• Draft legal documents, including motions, complaints, and orders
• Create and maintain case files
• Facilitate the meeting of attorneys' deadlines by keeping organized schedules and providing timely reminders
• Conduct legal research as needed
• Track time accurately and consistently at the time that work is performed
• Work in person with a team of associate attorneys in a fast-moving team environment

Qualifications

• Experience as a family law paralegal preferred
• Bachelor's degree or Paralegal certificate preferred
• Integrity
• Empathy
• Strong work ethic
• NC Notary or the ability to obtain one immediately if hired
• E-filing experience preferred
• Experience with Clio or similar software