Family Law Paralegal

Family Law Paralegal

Atlanta, GA | Hybrid Schedule

About the Opportunity

Our client, a respected and growing family law practice, is seeking an experienced Family Law Paralegal to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated legal professional who is looking to grow with a firm that values teamwork, professional development, and exceptional client service.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background supporting family law attorneys in all phases of litigation, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage a busy caseload in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage family law cases from intake through resolution
• Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, notices, and correspondence
• Assist attorneys with divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, legitimization, contempt, and modification matters
• Coordinate and manage case calendars, deadlines, hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials
• Prepare and organize financial documents, exhibits, and trial notebooks
• Electronically file pleadings and court documents in Georgia courts
• Communicate regularly with clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, and third parties
• Assist clients with gathering and organizing documents for discovery and case preparation
• Maintain accurate case files and case management systems
• Support attorneys in trial preparation and litigation strategy execution

Qualifications

• 5+ years of family law paralegal experience
• Strong knowledge of Georgia family law procedures and court systems
• Experience supporting attorneys through all phases of family law litigation
• Proficiency with electronic filing systems and legal case management software
• Exceptional organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities
• Paralegal certificate preferred but not required
• Bachelor's degree preferred

Preferred Experience

• High-asset divorce matters
• Complex custody disputes
• Discovery management and document review
• Mediation and trial preparation
• Financial affidavit preparation and analysis
• Drafting settlement agreements, parenting plans, and final orders

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Hybrid work schedule
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.