Family Law Paralegal

Acrnet; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County Law Firm seeks an experienced Family Law Paralegal for an in-person position in our Norristown office. Candidates must have at least two years of Pennsylvania family law experience and be able to work independently in a busy practice involving divorce, equitable distribution, custody, support, and PFAs.

Responsibilities include filing pleadings electronically, handling discovery, client communication, and assisting attorneys with hearings and trials.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Pennsylvania family law experience is required.
• Ability to work independently in a busy practice.
• Strong organizational skills are essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with CLIO software preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and electronically file pleadings and documents with the court e-file system.
• Prepare and respond to discovery, obtain and review client records.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel.
• Maintain case files, deadlines, and prepare exhibits and materials for court.
• Schedule hearings, conferences and other court proceedings.
• Assist attorneys with preparation for hearings, conferences and trials.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Tools

CLIO

Job description

Established Montgomery County Law Firm seeks an experienced Family Law Paralegal for an in-person position in our Norristown oice. Candidates must have at least two years of Pennsylvania family law experience and be able to work independently in a busy practice involving divorce, equitable distribution, custody, support, and PFAs. Our family law practice included matters primarily in Montgomery County, as well as the surrounding Counties.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Preparing and electronically filing pleadings and documents with court e-file system
• Preparing and responding to discovery, obtaining, and reviewing client records
• Communicating with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel
• Maintaining case files, deadlines, preparing exhibits and materials for court
• Scheduling hearings, conferences and other court proceedings
• Assisting attorneys with preparation for hearings, conferences and trials

Qualifications:

• 2+ years Family Law experience
• Ability to work independently, and with others
• Strong organizational skills
• Written and verbal communication skills, with excellent attention to detail
• Familiarity with CLIO software preferred, but not required