Family Law Paralegal

Essex Richards; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Supportive team

Friendly working environment

Job summary

Essex Richards, P.A., in Charlotte, is looking for an experienced Family Law Paralegal to support an attorney team in various legal matters including collaborative and litigation tasks. The role involves client communication and detailed document management within a supportive working environment.

The ideal candidate should have 4+ years in Family Law, strong drafting and organization skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position promises a competitive benefits package and confidentiality upon request.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Family Law experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently in a small team environment.
• Notary public preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain organized client files, deadlines, and court calendars.
• Prepare pleadings, discovery, financial affidavits, and correspondence.
• Assist with hearing prep and scheduling.

Skills

Family Law experience

Strong drafting skills

Organization skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Empathy and professionalism

Tools

Adobe Acrobat

court-filing portals (ECF, PACER)

legal billing online applications

Job description

Essex Richards, P.A., is seeking an experienced and highly organized Family Law Paralegal to support an attorney team focused on collaborative, mediation, arbitration and litigation matters. The qualified individual will be responsible for case management, document drafting, client communications, court filings, and administrative tasks. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to prioritize work for the team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain organized client files, deadlines, and court calendars
• Prepare pleadings, discovery, financial affidavits, and correspondence
• Serve as a compassionate, reliable point of contact for clients
• Assist with hearing prep and scheduling
• Track time and billing

Qualifications

• Family Law experience preferred (4+ years ideal)
• Strong drafting, organization, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently within a smallteam environment
• Empathy and professionalism when working with clients in sensitive situations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (including Word/Outlook/Excel), Adobe Acrobat, court-filing portals (ECF, PACER, etc.), and legal billing online applications
• Notary public preferred

Essex Richards, P.A., is an established small‑midsize Charlotte law firm that has made its home in the South End / Dilworth area for 50 years. We offer a competitive benefits package, a supportive team, and a friendly working environment. Salary commensurate with experience and ability. Confidentiality is assured, if requested.