Family Law Paralegal

Company: Defense firm

Position: Family Law Paralegal

Job Type: Full-Time

Compensation & Benefits:

• Annual salary of $70,000
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development assistance.
• Continuing education opportunities.
• Gym reimbursement.
• Hybrid work flexibility following the initial onboarding period.

Work Arrangement:

• This position follows a structured hybrid schedule: Monday–Friday
• First three months: Fully in-office for onboarding, training, and team integration.
• After three months: Hybrid schedule with three days in the office and two days working remotely per week.
• Candidates may work from either the firm's Somerville, New Jersey, or Manhattan, New York, office, depending on their location and the needs of the practice.

About the position:

• Our client firm is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Family Law Paralegal to support its growing family law practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal with family law experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced legal environment and is committed to providing excellent client service.
• The ideal candidate will assist attorneys with all aspects of family law matters, including divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, equitable distribution, and domestic violence proceedings. This individual should have strong organizational and communication skills, the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously, and a professional, compassionate approach to working with clients navigating sensitive legal issues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Case Management: Assist attorneys in managing family law cases from initial intake through settlement or trial, ensuring deadlines and court requirements are met.
• Document Preparation: Draft, format, and proofread pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, financial disclosures, and other legal documents.
• Court Filings: Prepare and file legal documents through the appropriate electronic filing systems and ensure compliance with applicable court rules and deadlines.
• Discovery Coordination: Organize discovery materials, track outstanding requests, prepare document productions, and assist with compiling evidence for litigation.
• Client Communication: Communicate professionally with clients regarding case updates, document requests, scheduling, and administrative matters.
• Hearing & Trial Preparation: Organize case files, prepare exhibits and trial binders, coordinate witness information, and assist attorneys with hearing, mediation, and trial preparation.
• Scheduling & Coordination: Coordinate attorney calendars, court appearances, depositions, mediations, and client meetings.
• Document & File Management: Maintain accurate, organized, and confidential electronic and physical case files.
• Attorney Support: Work closely with attorneys and other legal staff to support case strategy, improve workflow, and ensure efficient handling of matters.
• Administrative Support: Assist with additional legal and case-related tasks as needed.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience as a paralegal or legal assistant, preferably in family law.
• Familiarity with divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, equitable distribution, and other family law matters.
• Experience handling family law matters in New York or New Jersey, with knowledge of the applicable jurisdiction's court procedures and filing requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple cases, deadlines, and competing priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic document management systems.
• Experience with electronic court filing systems preferred.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• A compassionate, client-focused approach when working with individuals navigating sensitive family matters.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.