Family Law Paralegal - Newport News

Melone Hatley, P.C. Paralegal Position

Melone Hatley, P.C. is a fast-growing family and estate planning law firm with offices across Virginia, Florida, South Carolina, and Texas. Named one of the 500 fastest-growing law firms in the United States and recognized by Super Lawyers, we've built our reputation on delivering compassionate, high-quality legal services and creating a workplace where talent thrives.

Our mission is simple: to be the premier law firm for individuals looking to protect what matters most — their families, their finances, and their future. We achieve this by fostering a culture rooted in transparency, integrity, and open communication. Every team member plays a vital role in delivering personalized, results-driven support to our clients, and we're proud to be known as one of the top employers in the region.

Join us and become part of a team that is redefining family and estate law with purpose, passion, and people at the center of everything we do.

Position Overview

Melone Hatley is seeking a full-time paralegal to join our family law team! The position serves as an administrative and legal support to the firm's family law attorneys. The paralegal will be working closely with the supervising attorney. This position is responsible for direct contact and communication with clients, preparing legal documents and pleadings for court, organizing client portfolios, analyzing discovery documents and financial data. The paralegal will provide essential administrative tasks including document preparation, dictation, filing, proofreading correspondence, and various other administrative tasks. Candidates should have a strong foundation of family law experience, be client-centric, and have a collaborative team focus. The ideal candidate will also possess strong interpersonal skills, multi-tasking skills, maintain a proactive approach and an empathetic attitude in dealing with confidential client matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Obtains legal documents.
• Performs administrative and client service functions.
• Conducts basic research.
• Assists with the drafting and completion of necessary documentation.
• Assists with the filing of legal documents.
• Assists with the management of databases and files.
• Communicates regularly with clients.
• Assists with other essential functions, as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Prior paralegal/legal assistant experience, required.
• Prior family law experience, preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Good organizational, time management, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work well independently.
• Willingness and curiosity to learn.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Associate's degree in studies or a related field, required.
• Bachelor's degree, preferred.

Benefits:

• 100% Employer Paid Medical Benefits for Employees and Dependents
• Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401 (k) Matching
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Work Environment:

• Full-time position (8-hour shift)
• On-site attendance required

If you are a motivated individual with a genuine enthusiasm for the legal field, we encourage you to apply. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional development within our firm.

Melone Hatley, P.C. is an equal opportunity employer.