Paralegal - Family Law

A bit about us:

New Jersey-based law firm that exclusively practices divorce and family law with multiple locations across New Jersey.

Why join us?

• Competitive compensation
• Hybrid work schedules
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Healthy work-life balance

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing exhibits, client meetings, filing motions, and coordinating witnesses to ensure readiness for trial
• Prepare essential legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence, including interrogatories, subpoenas, and affidavits
• Act as a professional liaison between clients, opposing counsel, and court staff, maintaining high standards of communication
• Ensure attorneys are informed of and prepared for all deadlines, court appearances, and meetings
• Keep electronic and paper files meticulously organized, ensuring all case materials are efficiently managed and accessible

Qualifications

• Family law experience is REQUIRED!
• At least 2 years of family law paralegal experience with a deep understanding of all the complexities of family law
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills, capable of engaging effectively with clients, team members, and court personnel
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively across all levels of the organization
• Proficiency with CIS software, Microsoft Office 365/Teams, and SharePoint. Bilingual abilities, especially fluency in Spanish, are a plus but not required

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