Family Law Paralegal

Synectics Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Continuing education support

Collaborative and supportive work env.

Long-term career growth opportunities

Job summary

Synectics Inc. is seeking an experienced Family Law Paralegal to join a downtown Orlando practice. You will support attorneys through the life cycle of a case, manage intake to resolution, and draft legal documents with accuracy.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of family law paralegal experience, strong writing and communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. A professional, client-focused approach and ability to handle multiple priorities are essential.

Qualifications

• Approximately 2-3 years of family law or legal paralegal experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard legal technology.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive paralegal support to attorneys handling family law matters.
• Assist with case preparation from initial intake through resolution.
• Draft, format, and prepare legal documents, pleadings, motions, correspondence, and other case-related materials.
• Assist with discovery, including organizing documents, preparing responses, and maintaining discovery files.
• Conduct basic legal research and assist attorneys with case preparation.
• Coordinate and prepare materials for hearings, mediations, depositions, and trials.
• Maintain and organize electronic and physical case files.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and other parties as needed.
• Assist with scheduling hearings, mediations, depositions, and client meetings.
• Track deadlines and ensure timely completion and filing of documents.
• Assist attorneys with case management and day-to-day administrative needs.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case information using legal practice management software.
• Handle confidential client information with professionalism and discretion.
• Provide additional administrative and legal support as needed.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Family law knowledge

Legal research

Microsoft Office

Case management software

Education

Paralegal certificate (preferred)

Tools

Legal practice management software

Job description

Our client, a growing family law practice in downtown Orlando, is seeking an experienced and organized Family Law Paralegal to join its team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal who enjoys working in a fast-paced legal environment, is committed to providing excellent client support, and has a strong understanding of family law matters. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, highly organized, and comfortable managing multiple priorities while supporting attorneys throughout the life cycle of a case.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive paralegal support to attorneys handling family law matters.
• Assist with case preparation from initial intake through resolution.
• Draft, format, and prepare legal documents, pleadings, motions, correspondence, and other case-related materials.
• Assist with discovery, including organizing documents, preparing responses, and maintaining discovery files.
• Conduct basic legal research and assist attorneys with case preparation.
• Coordinate and prepare materials for hearings, mediations, depositions, and trials.
• Maintain and organize electronic and physical case files.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and other parties as needed.
• Assist with scheduling hearings, mediations, depositions, and client meetings.
• Track deadlines and ensure timely completion and filing of documents.
• Assist attorneys with case management and day-to-day administrative needs.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case information using legal practice management software.
• Handle confidential client information with professionalism and discretion.
• Provide additional administrative and legal support as needed.

Qualifications

• Approximately 2-3 years of family law or legal paralegal experience.
• Strong understanding of family law procedures and terminology.
• Experience supporting attorneys with litigation and case preparation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with attorneys and staff.
• Professional, dependable, and client-focused approach.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard legal technology.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Paid holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Continuing education support.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Long-term career growth opportunities.