Family Law Paralegal

Job Description We are a growing family law and estate planning firm in need of a reliable and self-motivated paralegal. The individual will work directly with our attorneys, performing a variety of complex legal and administrative support duties. The ideal candidate for this position is organized, professional, responsible, capable of working with limited supervision and committed to helping us meet all our clients’ needs. ESSENTIAL DUTIES Maintains and organizes client files Drafts, prepares, reviews, and edits appropriate legal documents and correspondence Files documents with the courts Manages attorney caseloads, including scheduling, prioritizing, and case management Participates in coordinating discovery, including drafting, responding and calendaring of discovery documents Researches and analyzes legal sources such as statutes and case law Assists in trial preparation Reviews mail and screens calls for attorneys Answers telephone calls and greets clients as needed MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (a paralegal certificate and two additional years of experience may be substituted) EXPERIENCE Two years of full-time experience working as a legal assistant or paralegal in family law Knowledge of general office practices Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines Demonstrated skill in effective oral and written communication Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, ProDoc, and E-filing. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Paralegal certification Compensation: Starting at $28/hr Job Type: Full-time Benefits 401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Schedule 8 hour shift Monday - Friday Experience Paralegal: 2 years (Required) Work Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr