Paralegal

Sterling Lawyers; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary with bonus potential

Annual/Monthly bonus

Paid vacation and holidays

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

401k Matching

Short & Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Sterling Lawyers, LLC in Madison, WI is seeking a Paralegal to support two family law attorneys in a fast-growing firm with a fixed-fee model. The role emphasizes client service, document drafting, and calendar management, with a structured, collaborative team.

The ideal candidate has experience in family law or a strong willingness to learn, a bachelor’s degree is preferred, and a base compensation starting at $47,400 plus uncapped bonuses. This position offers stability and growth.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a paralegal in family law is strongly preferred, but not required.
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to at least two attorneys, managing family law cases from start to finish.
• Draft, e-file, and serve pleadings, subpoenas, discovery requests/responses, and pre-trial materials; proactively anticipate attorney needs.
• Compile, scan, and organize discovery responses and exhibits; maintain accurate electronic and physical files.
• Manage attorney calendars, hearings, and court appearances; schedule client, court, and opposing counsel calls; reconcile electronic dockets.
• Work directly with clients to complete financial statements and maintain ongoing communication regarding case updates, deadlines, and hearings.
• Coordinate document service, confirm completion, file affidavits of service, and notify attorneys/clients of outcomes
• Process incoming mail, track case-related expenses, and handle reimbursements
• Support client meetings and in-office appointments, including greeting clients and preparing spaces

Skills

Paralegal experience

Family law

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Title: Paralegal

"It was like stepping out of the Stone Age and into Star Wars." - Kim Rose, recalling her first day at Sterling Lawyers

Sterling Lawyers, LLC (sterlinglawyers.com) is a rapidly growing law firm that exclusively practices family law with a fixed fee model. We've built a supportive, collaborative team where you can leave behind the stress of tracking billable hours and toxic micromanagement.

Our commitment is to make a positive impact at every touchpoint - with clients, the community, and our team. By leveraging modern technology and efficient business practices, we reduce stress, increase flexibility, and create space for our attorneys to focus on what truly matters: helping clients through some of the most challenging times in their lives.

We offer unparalleled compensation opportunities, strong practice support, and long-term stability - all while working alongside a top-performing team at one of the most innovative family law firms in the United States.

If this sounds like the right fit, we invite you to learn more atsterlinglawyers.com and hope you'll consider applying to join us in Madison.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary range starting at $47,400 commensurate with experience
• Uncapped performance-based bonus monthly potentially ranging from $500 to $1,500 per month
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, effective the first day of the month following your hire date
• 401k Matching
• Company-paid Short and Long-Term Disability

Experience

• Prior experience as a paralegal in family law is strongly preferred, but not required.
• Bachelors degree is preferred.

Work Schedule

• Monday - Friday from 8:30am-5pm

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide support to at least two attorneys, managing family law cases from start to finish
• Draft, e-file, and serve pleadings, subpoenas, discovery requests/responses, and pre-trial materials; proactively anticipate attorney needs
• Compile, scan, and organize discovery responses and exhibits; maintain accurate electronic and physical files
• Manage attorney calendars, hearings, and court appearances; schedule client, court, and opposing counsel calls; reconcile electronic dockets
• Work directly with clients to complete financial statements and maintain ongoing communication regarding case updates, deadlines, and hearings
• Coordinate document service, confirm completion, file affidavits of service, and notify attorneys/clients of outcomes
• Process incoming mail, track case-related expenses, and handle reimbursements
• Support client meetings and in-office appointments, including greeting clients and preparing spaces