Seasoned Family Paralegal

This is not an “assistant” role. This is a seat at the table. We are a fast-growing family law firm on a mission to help clients walk through some of the hardest moments of their lives—and come out stronger, more stable, and supported. We don’t just process cases. We carry people through crisis with clarity, structure, and care. And right now, we need a seasoned Family Law Paralegal who can step in, take ownership, and help us scale. Who This Role Is For You’ll thrive here if: • You take initiative without waiting to be told • You catch details others miss (and it bothers you when things aren’t right) • You can manage multiple cases without dropping the ball • You’re calm, steady, and “no drama” under pressure • You respect both the legal process AND the human experience • You don’t see admin work as “beneath you"; you see it as mission-critical Who This Role Is NOT For • Someone who needs constant direction or hand-holding • Someone new to family law • Someone who avoids difficult client situations or conflict Compensation & Growth • Salary: $47,000–$65,000 (based on experience) • Performance-based bonus tied to productivity + profitability • Growth opportunity as the firm scales • Hybrid Work Options Available After 90 Days Why Join Us? At The Paraclete Law Center, we believe: • Clients deserve dignity—even in conflict • Systems create stability—for both clients and staff • Great legal work requires great operational support You won’t just be “helping attorneys.” You’ll be building something meaningful and being relied on to do it well. Responsibilities: What You’ll Own You will work directly with attorneys and leadership, managing real cases—not just tasks. • Draft pleadings, motions, affidavits, and discovery (independently) • Manage active caseloads (contested + uncontested matters) • Organize and maintain case files with precision • Communicate confidently with clients, courts, and opposing counsel • Support trial prep and hearing logistics • Appear at trial to assist attorneys • Track billable time accurately and consistently • Mentor and support junior team members • Manage court calendar and client appointments Qualifications: What You Bring • 4+ years of Family Law Paralegal experience (required) • Ability to draft and file independently • Exceptional organization + time management • Strong communication skills (written + verbal) • Proficiency with legal software, Microsoft Office, and case management tools • Ability to manage a full caseload with minimal oversight • Strong desire to help those in need • A paralegal certificate (preferred but not required) Strong Experience In: • Divorce (contested + uncontested) • Custody/visitation • Adoption Experience Using: • Clio (preferred but not required) • Google Workspace (preferred but not required) Compensation: $47,000 - $65,000 yearly

• What You’ll OwnYou will work directly with attorneys and leadership, managing real cases—not just tasks. • Draft pleadings, motions, affidavits, and discovery (independently) • Manage active caseloads (contested + uncontested matters) • Organize and maintain case files with precision • Communicate confidently with clients, courts, and opposing counsel • Support trial prep and hearing logistics • Appear at trial to assist attorneys • Track billable time accurately and consistently • Mentor and support junior team members • Manage court calendar and client appointments

Compensation:
$47,000-$65,000 per year