Matrimonial Paralegal

Abrams Fensterman, LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

PTO

Job summary

Abrams Fensterman, LLP seeks an experienced Matrimonial Paralegal in White Plains, NY to support the Matrimonial Department. The ideal candidate is reliable, organized, and detail-oriented, handling matrimonial and family law matters in a fast-paced environment.

You will draft legal documents, review financial records, manage client files, and coordinate with attorneys, clients, and court personnel. This role requires proactive, discreet professionals with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in a paralegal or related legal support role
• Matrimonial or family law experience is strongly preferred
• Experience preparing legal documents and organizing financial records
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable communicating directly with clients, attorneys, and court personnel
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Familiarity with legal billing systems, document management systems, or case management software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professional discretion when handling sensitive and confidential matters
• Proactive, dependable, and team-oriented approach

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with matrimonial and family law matters
• Draft and prepare correspondence, pleadings, discovery materials, financial disclosure documents, and other legal documents
• Gather, review, organize, and summarize financial records and case-related documentation
• Maintain and organize electronic and physical client files
• Manage attorney calendars, court dates, meetings, deadlines, and departmental workflow
• Communicate with clients regarding case status, document collection, billing matters, and other case-related needs
• Conduct initial client intakes, gather relevant information, and assist with opening new matters
• Prepare and send engagement letters and track retainers
• Enter attorney time records and assist with reviewing, finalizing, and sending client invoices
• Maintain billing records and assist with accounts receivable and payment tracking
• Coordinate with attorneys and internal departments to ensure deadlines are met
• Provide general administrative and case support to attorneys as needed

Skills

Paralegal experience

Matrimonial/family law

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Client communication

Professional discretion

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Billing systems

Document management systems

Case management software

Job description

Abrams Fensterman, LLP is a full-service law firm dedicated to providing clients with high-quality counsel, innovative solutions, and personalized service. Established in 2000, the firm has grown to include over 120 attorneys across multiple practice areas, offering sophisticated legal services with a collaborative, client-focused approach.

We are seeking an experienced Matrimonial Paralegal to join our Matrimonial Department in White Plains, NY. This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable, organized, and detail-oriented professional to support attorneys handling matrimonial and family law matters in a fast-paced and client-focused environment.

The successful candidate will be proactive, professional, and comfortable working closely with attorneys, clients, court personnel, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with matrimonial and family law matters
• Draft and prepare correspondence, pleadings, discovery materials, financial disclosure documents, and other legal documents
• Gather, review, organize, and summarize financial records and case-related documentation
• Maintain and organize electronic and physical client files
• Manage attorney calendars, court dates, meetings, deadlines, and departmental workflow
• Communicate with clients regarding case status, document collection, billing matters, and other case-related needs
• Conduct initial client intakes, gather relevant information, and assist with opening new matters
• Prepare and send engagement letters and track retainers
• Enter attorney time records and assist with reviewing, finalizing, and sending client invoices
• Maintain billing records and assist with accounts receivable and payment tracking
• Coordinate with attorneys and internal departments to ensure deadlines are met
• Provide general administrative and case support to attorneys as needed

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in a paralegal or related legal support role
• Matrimonial or family law experience is strongly preferred
• Experience preparing legal documents and organizing financial records
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable communicating directly with clients, attorneys, and court personnel
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Familiarity with legal billing systems, document management systems, or case management software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professional discretion when handling sensitive and confidential matters
• Proactive, dependable, and team-oriented approach
• Salary range: $55,000 to $75,000, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k), PTO, and more