Paralegal Family Law

Job Description

Job Description

Join Derek L. Hall, PC, where your expertise as a Paralegal in Family Law will flourish in an environment that values teamwork and innovation. With over 30 years of experience and a client-first approach, we believe in empowering our employees through professional and personal growth, ensuring both your success and the satisfaction of those we serve. As a key member of our team, you’ll engage in essential legal tasks such as trial preparation, drafting motions, managing calendars, and conducting legal research. Your role will be crucial in supporting depositions, preparing witnesses, and providing vital assistance during court proceedings.

We’re looking for someone with at least one year of experience in family or personal injury law, who is proficient in MS Word, Adobe Acrobat, and Google Suite. Experience with Apple computers is a plus. We offer competitive compensation, health and supplemental insurance, 401(k) options, paid time off, and clear paths for career advancement. If you're driven, passionate about advocacy, and ready to grow in a dynamic setting, we’re eager to meet you. Let’s make a difference together. Compensation:

$37,000 - $55,000 yearly

Responsibilities:

• Draft and review legal documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with family law standards.
• Conduct thorough legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
• Manage and organize case files, maintaining confidentiality and accessibility for the legal team.
• Coordinate and schedule client meetings, court appearances, and depositions efficiently.
• Assist attorneys in trial preparation, including preparing exhibits and witness lists.
• Provide support during court proceedings, ensuring all necessary documents are readily available.
• Communicate effectively with clients, providing updates and gathering necessary information for cases.

Qualifications:

• Experience in family or personal injury law for at least one year.
• Ability to draft and review legal documents with precision and adherence to family law standards.
• Proven track record of conducting comprehensive legal research to support case strategies.
• Proficiency in managing and organizing case files, ensuring confidentiality and accessibility.
• Skill in coordinating and scheduling client meetings, court appearances, and depositions.
• Experience in assisting attorneys with trial preparation, including preparing exhibits and witness lists.
• Ability to provide effective support during court proceedings, ensuring all necessary documents are available promptly and accurately.

About Company

With more than 30 years of experience and genuine compassion for the people we serve, at Derek L. Hall PC, our attorneys believe that client satisfaction is the best measure of success. We believe that our team is vital to the success of our business and to clients. We encourage finding better ways to help our employees and clients through proven processes that create benefits in personal development, professional development, and overall happiness. We have a "never satisfied" mentality.

TEAMWORK MAKES THE DREAM WORK.