Family Law Paralegal

The Murphy Law Firm; United States; Remote; USD 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Paralegal to support its legal team. In this role, you will engage in vital tasks such as preparing legal documents, conducting thorough research, and assisting in trial preparations. This position offers a fantastic opportunity for growth within the legal field, where your organizational skills and attention to detail will be essential. Join a dynamic team that values your contributions and provides a pathway to advance your paralegal career in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about helping others through legal processes, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in legal services under an attorney in a law firm.
• Completion of a nationally-accredited paralegal program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist lawyers in trial preparation by conducting legal research and organizing exhibits.
• Prepare legal documents and correspondence under lawyer supervision.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Education

ABA-approved paralegal certificate

Associate’s degree in paralegal studies

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Do you love digging into research and helping people? We’re looking for an organized, detail-oriented, and experienced Paralegal to join our TEAM! You'll assist our legal team in preparing legal documents, filing motions, drafting and responding to discovery, and conducting legal research. Applicants should be experienced in family law litigation, highly organized professionals with great attention to detail. If you're interested in advancing your paralegal career with opportunities for growth, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

1. Work with lawyers to prepare for trial by conducting research on legal articles, preparing and organizing exhibits, organizing and coordinating witnesses, filing motions, and assisting with client meetings.
2. Arrange law office activity such as drafting subpoenas and coordinating with process servers.
3. Prepare legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings such as complaints, interrogatories, subpoenas, deposition notices, pretrial orders, legal briefs, and affidavits, under the supervision of a lawyer.
4. Gather information about legal issues from the client in interviews.
5. Take care of administrative tasks such as answering phones and maintaining an organized filing system for all legal documents.

Qualifications:

1. Must have great time-management skills, and organizational skills.
2. Completion of a nationally-accredited paralegal program strongly preferred.
3. Strong oral and written communication skills.
4. Candidates must have completed an ABA-approved paralegal certificate program such as an Associate’s degree or proprietary school program in paralegal studies, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
5. 3 years of experience in legal services under an attorney or lawyer in a law firm setting.

Compensation:

$35,360 - $37,440 yearly