Paralegal

Bruce Galloway Law Office

Springfield (MO)

On-site

USD 24,796 - 34,440

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Generous PTO

Team lunches

Opportunities for skill development

Job summary

A specialized law firm in Springfield, MO is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in family law and excellent organizational skills. Responsibilities include managing legal documents, client communication, and maintaining case files. This position offers competitive pay, a supportive team environment, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

3+ years of experience working as a paralegal or similar role (family law preferred).
Strong knowledge of discovery procedures, court deadlines, and local filing rules.
Familiarity with legal case management software.

Responsibilities

Draft and manage family law pleadings and motions.
Calendar and monitor deadlines for discovery and trials.
Communicate with clients compassionately.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Reliable timekeeping

Professional communication

Education

Current and active Notary Public certification

Tools

MyCase

Clio

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

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Bruce Galloway Law Office provided pay range

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Base pay range

$18.00/hr - $25.00/hr

Direct message the job poster from Bruce Galloway Law Office

Bruce Galloway Law, LLC, a well-established boutique family law firm, is seeking an experienced, organized, and detail-oriented Paralegal to join our growing team. This is a great opportunity for a motivated legal professional to make a meaningful impact at a small, collaborative firm that values precision, compassion, and accountability.

This role involves high responsibility, frequent client interaction, and collaboration with a small but experienced team. We are looking for someone who is proactive, dependable, and confident in handling deadlines, discovery, and trial preparation.

Responsibilities

Draft and manage family law pleadings, motions, and discovery responses
Calendar and monitor deadlines for discovery, hearings, and trials
Communicate with clients regularly and compassionately—providing updates, gathering information, and helping them feel heard and supported
Prepare for mediations, hearings, and trials, including exhibits, binders, and client preparation
Maintain digital and physical case files in an organized, audit-ready format
Adjust hours occasionally to meet deadlines, prepare for trial, or support the team during time-sensitive casework
File legal documents with local and state courts and administrative agencies
Coordinate with court clerks, opposing counsel, clients, and third parties
Conduct interviews and investigations to gather relevant information for cases
Accurately track and enter billable time on a contemporaneous basis
Utilize templates and AI effectively for document generation

Our Ideal Candidate

3+ years of experience working as a paralegal or similar role (family law preferred)
Strong knowledge of discovery procedures, court deadlines, and local filing rules
Familiarity with legal case management software (MyCase, Clio, etc.)
Reliable timekeeping and billing practices
Comfortable and professional in receiving direct, solution-focused feedback
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Current and active Notary Public certification
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat
Transcription or dictation experience
Knowledge of phone etiquette and professional communication

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