Paralegal - Family Law

Our busy legal firm is looking for an efficient, organized paralegal to help our attorneys, assist clients, and ensure we’re operating efficiently. You’ll assist with the preparation of legal documents and handle all office correspondence, including creating a variety of legal documents and letting the team know about upcoming deadlines. If you have experience in a law firm environment, work well under pressure, and are looking for a rewarding opportunity in the legal industry, we want to connect with you. Responsibilities Process client billing properly using daily time records with help from the accounting department Handle office correspondence and administrative tasks such as responding to emails and phone calls, communicating with opposing attorney offices, taking dictation, and letting the team know about upcoming deadlines Help with creating a variety of litigation documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits, contracts, and briefs for case preparation, and proofread documents when necessary Complete legal research as needed under the supervision of attorneys and paralegals Arrange travel, schedule meetings and appointments for the team, such as depositions, and coordinate with outside vendors for events Manage family law cases from inception through trial Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, subpoenas, and correspondence Prepare inventories and appraisements Organize and analyze financial records and discovery Maintain case deadlines and ensure compliance with court scheduling orders Coordinate hearings, mediations, depositions, and trial preparation Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court staff, and experts Assist the attorney with trial preparation and litigation strategy support Ensure compliance with the Tennessee Rules of Civil Procedure and applicable local court rules Qualifications Must be able to prioritize tasks with demanding deadlines and work in a fast‑paced environment Ability to comfortably use all Microsoft Office products Candidates should have strong organizational skills and communication skills Some knowledge of legal software, case management, and docketing programs At least 1-2 years of previous experience in a law firm setting performing administrative tasks Minimum of 3+ years of Tennessee family law paralegal experience preferred Significant experience handling high‑conflict family law litigation Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Strong case management and organizational skills Proficiency in drafting legal documents and managing discovery Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to multitask and prioritize in a deadline‑driven environment Trial preparation experience Familiarity with e‑filing systems and legal case management software Compensation $23 - $27 hourly #J-18808-Ljbffr