Senior Paralegal (Family Law)

Job Description

Job Description

Experienced Family Law Paralegal (Up to $75K) – Montgomery County, MD

Are you an experienced Family Law Paralegal with 10+ years of hands-on experience in Maryland? Ready to grow your career with one of the area's fastest-growing law firms?

Join our team and be part of a firm that has proudly served clients across Family Law, Civil Litigation and Bankruptcy, and Trusts & Estates for over 30 years.

We are committed to providing thoughtful, strategic legal support to individuals during some of the most challenging times of their lives—including divorce, custody, and other family-related legal matters.

Position Overview

We’re seeking a full-time Family Law Paralegal to support our high-volume Family Law practice. This is a leadership opportunity to oversee the Paralegal team members, team workflow, and case management. This is also a client-facing, detail-critical role responsible for ensuring our legal team is organized, proactive, and supported in every phase of the case lifecycle.

Ideal candidates will bring 10+ years of relevant experience and will be considered for top-tier compensation, up to $75,000 annually .

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a reliable point of contact for clients—via phone, email, and in-person.
• Draft, proofread, and finalize legal documents, including pleadings and discovery responses.
• Support attorneys with trial preparation , filing, and scheduling.
• Manage case timelines and ensure all deadlines are tracked and met.
• Coordinate case-related logistics using our internal workflow management system .
• File documents electronically with Maryland and federal courts.
• Organize and maintain case files; assist with billing and administrative tasks as needed.
• Draft correspondence and legal memoranda as directed.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience as a paralegal , ideally with family law experience in Maryland .
• Experience with MDEC electronic filing system.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Professionalism, discretion, and a strong sense of client service.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree required (Paralegal certificate preferred).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal tech platforms.
• Familiarity with local Maryland court procedures and filing protocols.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary : Competitive, up to $75,000 annually , commensurate with experience.
• Benefits : SIMPLE IRA with 3% match, Health, dental, and vision insurance, Paid time off, Flexible schedule, On-site support from an experienced legal team

Work Location & Schedule

• Based in our Germantown, MD or Silver Spring, MD office
• Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM with flexibility for occasional extended hours

Our Commitment to Diversity

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in our workforce and community. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply. We believe that a team enriched with diverse voices creates stronger outcomes for our clients and a more dynamic work environment.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re a skilled and passionate paralegal looking for your next professional home, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

We are strongly focused and committed to our growth – in number of clients, revenue and profitability, and lawyer and support staff headcount. For you, our continued growth means additional opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.

Company Description

We are strongly focused and committed to our growth – in number of clients, revenue and profitability, and lawyer and support staff headcount. For you, our continued growth means additional opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.