Paralegal

Intuit Inc.; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complete healthcare coverage

Dental insurance

Vision/optical insurance

Short-term disability protection

401(k) with company participation

Competitive paid time off

Bereavement leave

Job summary

Intuit Inc. is seeking an Experienced Family Law Paralegal in Traverse City, MI, to assist clients navigating complex family law matters. This role requires advanced analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to foster professional relationships.

You will work closely with attorneys on intricate cases, ensuring exceptional service that balances technical expertise with genuine care. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered to support your professional journey.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Family Law Paralegal in private practice.
• Ability to coordinate multiple complex cases simultaneously.
• Proficiency in drafting motions and briefs.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-complexity legal cases collaboratively with attorneys.
• Maintain professional boundaries while supporting emotional client needs.
• Ensure adherence to legal compliance and maintain case quality.

Skills

Advanced case management

Strategic legal writing

Technology mastery

Document production excellence

Emotional intelligence

Exceptional communication

Adaptability

Professional integrity

Empathetic professionalism

Educational communication

Relationship building

Cultural sensitivity

Education

5+ years of advanced family law paralegal experience or 15+ years of advanced litigation experience

Tools

Premium practice management software

Legal research databases

Document production systems

Job description

Position Overview

The Experienced Family Law Paralegal is a strategic collaborative partner who combines exceptional technical expertise with emotional intelligence to achieve outstanding outcomes for clients navigating complex family law matters. This role requires advanced analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to balance professional excellence with authentic care for clients during life's most challenging transitions.

In this position, you will work in true partnership with attorneys on high‑complexity cases involving substantial assets, intricate custody arrangements, business valuations, and multi‑jurisdictional matters while maintaining the warm, professional approach that defines our boutique practice. You'll be instrumental in helping our clients move from crisis to empowerment, supporting their journey toward the life they've always dreamed of living.

Essential Functions

• Strategic Case Excellence and Billable Work
• Professional Boundaries and Legal Compliance
• Advanced Case Management and Client Relations
• Complex Case Coordination and Preparation
• Client Education and Empowerment
• Strategic Communication and Document Excellence
• Negotiation Support and Trial Preparation Excellence
• Continuous Professional Development
• Team Leadership and Mentorship
• Advanced Legal Research and Analysis

Key Performance Indicators

• Strict adherence to case deadlines with proactive communication about potential challenges
• Minimum 1,560+ recorded billable hours annually
• Exceptional client satisfaction as measured by client feedback and attorney collaboration assessments
• Quality of work product that consistently meets or exceeds firm standards
• Collaborative effectiveness with attorneys, support staff, and external professionals
• Professional development engagement through continuing education and skill advancement

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Advanced case management — ability to coordinate multiple complex matters simultaneously
• Strategic legal writing — drafting comprehensive motions, detailed correspondence, and persuasive briefs
• Technology mastery — proficiency with premium practice management systems and legal research platforms
• Document production excellence — meticulous attention to detail in all written work
• Emotional intelligence — ability to navigate client emotions while maintaining professional boundaries
• Exceptional communication — superior written and verbal skills with diverse audiences
• Adaptability — flexibility to handle changing priorities and complex situations
• Professional integrity — unwavering commitment to confidentiality and ethical standards
• Empathetic professionalism — balancing technical expertise with genuine care
• Educational communication — explaining legal procedures, next steps, and applicable law in understandable terms
• Relationship building — developing trust and confidence with clients and their families
• Cultural sensitivity — working effectively with diverse client populations
• 5+ years of advanced family law paralegal experience in established private practice settings with exposure to complex, high‑value matters or over 15 years of advanced litigation experience
• Advanced technology proficiency including experience with premium practice management software, comprehensive legal research databases, and detailed document production systems
• Proven client relationship management experience with discerning clientele requiring exceptional service
• Complete background screening with ability to maintain absolute confidentiality

Our Commitment to You

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Performance-based opportunities for additional compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits
  • Complete healthcare coverage
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision/optical insurance
  • Short-term disability protection
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company participation
• Time Off and Personal Support
  • Competitive paid time off (PTO) policy
  • Bereavement leave for family support during difficult times