Experienced Family Law - Litigation Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Our expanding law practice is looking for a paralegal with strong knowledge of all aspects of Family Law who can hit the ground running as we build our perfect team.

You will be a member of a dynamic and developing team. Applicants must be experienced, well-organized professionals who can work alone and with minimal supervision.

Because this is a full-time position, you must work 40 hours weekly in the office. Compensation is negotiable based on experience,

Characteristics:

• Detail-oriented to keep track of key dates and avoid costly mistakes
• Self-starter with the ability to independently seek out new projects
• Team-oriented with the necessary flexibility of a growing law firm
• Excellent time management skills to prioritize tasks, so we never miss a deadline

$40,000 - $75,000 yearly

• Analyze and maintain an organizational system for discovery and records
• Speak with clients to provide quality service, answer basic procedural inquiries about their case, and obtain information about their legal difficulties
• Prepare legal documents, correspondence, affidavits, and pleadings such as complaints, interrogatories, subpoenas, deposition notices, pretrial orders, and legal briefs under the supervision of a lawyer
• Maintain case files and additional relevant information in a nicely organized and easily accessible manner
• Track and calculate progress on all deliverables to meet deadlines

• Candidates should possess high-level organizational skills and time-management skills
• Knowledge of standard office administration software such as the internet, email, word processing, case management, time and billing, legal research, and document management is required
• To be considered for this position, you must agree to participate in a 20-question written interview that examines your knowledge, abilities, qualifications, habits, and behaviors (including attention to detail, communication skills, and technical legal knowledge)
• Paralegal experience working closely with attorneys and clients on [[types of cases]]
• Familiarity using standard office equipment such as a scanner, copier, and printer

If the following statements appeal to you, then you may be our Paralegal:

• You believe in putting the client FIRST.
• You understand the concept of billable hours in a law firm.
• You not only meet set goals but EXCEED them.
• You have personal core values.
• You are efficient.
• You are innovative.
• You are motivated.
• You are a leader.
• You pay attention to detail.
• You take pride in your work product.
• You love using your skills to help people find freedom and peace from situations that no longer serve them.
• Your communication skills are stellar.
• You value integrity, effectiveness, kindness, communication, and money.
• You enjoy a collaborative office environment where each Team member is valued and encouraged to contribute.
• You are flexible and comfortable with change.
• You are prepared to learn from senior attorneys to meet client needs and grow the client base.

Our vision is to change the way law is practiced. Combining client education, transparent communication, and strategic advocacy means that we put the needs of the client first, reducing the client's anxiety, fear, and confusion and allowing the client to be an active participant in their own future.

Our mission is to be powerful advocates for clients by using strategic communication and planning to transform adversity into opportunities for growth and success.

Are you the right person to join our team of caring professionals dedicated to carrying out the mission? Our CORE VALUES are Client First, Communication, Strategic Action, Accountability, Thoughtfulness, and Financial Responsibility. We value collaboration, teamwork, and the drive to provide value to clients with each interaction.