Family Law Paralegal / Legal Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Build your career with a team focused specifically on family law and meaningful client work
• Gain hands on experience supporting cases involving pleadings, discovery, motions, court filings, and client communications
• Join a collaborative environment where strong paralegal and legal support professionals are valued
• Enjoy 15 days of PTO and at least 14 paid holidays
• Receive a full benefits package and 401(k)
• Enjoy an early 3:00 PM office close every Friday
• Opportunity to transition to a hybrid schedule after successfully completing the initial training and probationary period

Location

Clinton, New Jersey. This role begins fully in office for approximately 90 to 120 days so you can become fully integrated with the team and workflow. After that period, a hybrid schedule may be offered, with three in office days per week, including Tuesdays.

Note:

Candidates must have either 1+ year of family law experience OR a paralegal certificate or active enrollment in an accredited program with the certificate expected within one year of starting employment. Candidates with both family law experience and a paralegal certificate are especially encouraged to apply.

About Us

We are an established New Jersey family law practice dedicated to helping clients navigate important and often sensitive legal matters with professionalism, empathy, and exceptional attention to detail. Our team values strong client service, collaboration, efficiency, and the important role our legal support professionals play in moving cases forward. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Support attorneys throughout active family law and matrimonial matters
• Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, discovery responses, correspondence, and other legal documents
• Organize case files and maintain accurate electronic and physical records
• Manage discovery materials and help ensure deadlines and document requests are completed accurately
• Maintain attorney calendars and coordinate appointments, court appearances, and case deadlines
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and other parties
• Assist with court filings, case preparation, and general legal administrative responsibilities
• Help provide organized, responsive, and compassionate service to clients handling sensitive family matters

Qualifications

• 1+ year of family law experience OR a paralegal certificate or active enrollment to obtain one within one year
• Experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, or similar legal support professional preferred
• Strong legal document preparation, organization, and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and confidential information
• Professional and empathetic approach to client communication
• Familiarity with New Jersey family court procedures is preferred

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Specialized family law environment where you can deepen your expertise
• Supportive small team atmosphere with meaningful attorney interaction
• Opportunity for increased flexibility through a potential hybrid schedule
• 15 days of PTO and at least 14 paid holidays
• Full benefits package and 401(k)
• Early Friday office closing at 3:00 PM
• Work that directly helps clients through important life transitions

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Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance