Family Law Paralegal

Law Office of Afsana Chowdhury, PLC; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative family law and estate planning firm is seeking a dedicated paralegal to join their remote team. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on families while working from the comfort of your home. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience in Virginia family law and paralegal work, demonstrating exceptional research and drafting skills. With a strong emphasis on attention to detail and organization, you will assist attorneys in preparing essential legal documents and managing case progress. Join a forward-thinking firm that values collaboration and offers the autonomy to thrive in your career.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Virginia family law and paralegal experience required.
• Strong research, drafting, and organizational skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Draft legal documents and conduct basic legal research.
• Manage electronic files and keep track of deadlines.
• Assist with legal marketing and notarize documents.

Skills

Research Skills

Drafting Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate’s Degree

Job description

A highly-skilled, experienced, and collaborative legal professional with a strong work ethic. Does that describe you? Then please continue. Our family law and estate planning firm in Fairfax, Virginia is looking for an experienced paralegal to assist the attorneys in preparing and organizing various legal documents for upcoming cases and trials. THIS IS A 100% WORK FROM HOME/REMOTE WORK POSITION. The ideal candidate is someone who has a proven track record of professional results and high-quality output. Strong research and drafting skills as well as attentional to detail and organization skills are absolutely essential to succeed in this role. Prior Virginia family law experience (3 years minimum) is required. This is a remote position, which means you will enjoy a great deal of freedom and autonomy but must be highly disciplined and reliable. This position offers a unique chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of families while advancing your career in a remote setting.

Responsibilities:

1. Drafting legal documents and correspondence
2. Conducting basic legal research
3. Preparing discovery and responses to discovery requests
4. Assisting with legal marketing content
5. Completing court forms and filings
6. Calendaring and keeping track of deadlines
7. Arranging service of process
8. Processing incoming and outgoing mail
9. Submitting documents via mail, email, fax and courier
10. Managing clients’ electronic files
11. Providing client updates
12. Timekeeping and entering client expenses
13. Notarizing documents
14. Keeping track of case progress
15. Documenting and updating the firm’s standard operating procedures
16. Performing additional duties as needed

Qualifications:

1. Virginia Family Law: 3 years (Required)
2. Paralegal: 3 years (Required)
3. High school or equivalent (Required)
4. Associate’s Degree (Preferred)

Compensation:

$55,000 - $65,000 yearly