Family Law Paralegal

JR LAW GROUP: WHO WE ARE A fast-growing, innovative, and dynamic family law firm, JR Law Group is an exciting and unique place to work. With a culture that reveres comradery and a team-player approach, it also offers a flexibility that accommodates life and ensures its team members remain inspired and thrive. As a female-led firm, we take pride in providing competitive and progressive employment packages to all employees, which proudly includes a hybrid work mode and abundant resources and support to ensure the firm, its team members, (and of course the clients we serve), all achieve their full potential. We encourage the best possible experience through the divorce process, always with an endless pursuit towards excellence as a company, and for the individual team members and clients. OUR CORE VALUES: Innovation – We break the mold Compassion – We care first Trust – We’ve got you Respect – Without exception Accountability – We get it done Excellence – Endless pursuit WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: EXPERIENCED PARALEGAL JR Law Group is seeking an Experienced Family Law Paralegal to join our growing team. This role requires hands-on family law experience and the ability to manage cases independently in a fast-paced environment. We are not able to train candidates new to the legal field or to family law in this role. If you are a seasoned paralegal who takes pride in your work, values empathy and professionalism, and thrives in a collaborative, high-performing team, we would love to hear from you. Minimum Requirements (Applicants who do not meet these requirements will not be considered) 2+ years of family law paralegal experience Independent management of court deadlines and attorney calendars Direct client communication experience Familiarity with local court rules and procedures This Role Is Not a Fit For: Entry-level applicants Legal assistants without paralegal experience Candidates new to family law Applicants seeking training or mentorship into the legal field YOUR RESPONSILIBITIES: Provide support to attorney(s) and staff by: Drafting / filing pleadings Managing client documents Managing office calendars Communicating with clients, Courts and other legal professionals Coordinating scheduling for mediations, hearings, and other client events Managing deadlines in all attorney calendars Saving pleadings / organizing client files Mailing documents to relevant parties Managing 3rd party delivery services Updating client matters in PP to include relevant case info Helping plan and prepare for hearings / trial Tracking/updating current case status Providing case "status reports" to Office Manager and Attorneys Provide support to clients Managing the onboarding and offboarding of clients Sending clients pleadings (received and filed) Explaining pleadings / Court procedures Communicating when certain deadlines or calendared events are scheduled or upcoming Providing clients with status updates on matters Tracking / managing current client matter status Answering emails & questions / direct unknown questions to relevant team member Provide excellent service to all by: Maintaining a positive attitude when faced with complex issues Being respectful communications with all, regardless of who they are or which "side" they’re on Showing empathy through words and actions Collaborating with team members, clients and other legal professionals Adapting to constantly changing circumstances and situations Having pride in the work you do for the betterment of others WHAT SETS JR LAW GROUP APART A group of fun, dynamic and collaborative individuals who will welcome you with open arms and provide the support you need to thrive in your career Extensive mentorship Flexible billing targets Generous pay 401k Medical insurance Flexible PTO Reimbursement for remote work setup Hybrid work environment A relocation package for those who move to Utah from a different state A modern, spacious work environment #J-18808-Ljbffr