Family Law Paralegal

City of Plant City; Norristown (Montgomery County); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Established 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.

Our family law practice includes matters primarily in Montgomery County, as well as the surrounding Counties.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare and electronically file pleadings and documents with court e-file system.
• Prepare and respond to discovery and review client records.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel.
• Maintain case files, deadlines, exhibits for court.
• Schedule hearings and conferences; assist attorneys in hearings and trials.

Skills

Family Law experience

Independent worker

Communication skills

Organizational skills

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