Senior Family Law Paralegal

Blattner Family Law Group; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid holidays

PTO

401(k) matching

HSA

Gym benefit

Job summary

Blattner Family Law Group in Towson, Maryland seeks a senior family law paralegal to support attorneys with case preparation, research, and document drafting. You will manage files, track deadlines, and coordinate client communications with care and professionalism.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of family law paralegal experience, familiarity with Lexis and Clio, strong attention to detail, and the ability to handle discovery tasks and complex calendars.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or Legal Studies preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a paralegal in family law.
• Paralegal certification from an accredited institution preferred.
• Proficient in Lexis, Clio, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Experience with discovery tasks and ethics/confidentiality requirements.
• Available to start immediately.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case preparation and strategy.
• Draft, review, and edit legal documents under attorney supervision.
• Manage and organize case files, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date documentation.
• Assist attorneys in preparing for trials, hearings, and depositions.
• Coordinate communication between clients, witnesses, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Maintain case calendars and track deadlines and filing requirements.
• Review and manage discovery requests and responses.
• Stay current with legal developments relevant to family law.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Ethics & confidentiality

Discovery experience

Timely completion

Education

Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies

Paralegal certification

Tools

Lexis

Clio

Microsoft Office

Job description

Senior Family Law Paralegal

Blattner Family Law Group Towson, Maryland, United States

About this position

Are you passionate about helping families navigate some of the most challenging moments of their lives? Our family law firm is seeking a dedicated senior paralegal who takes pride in supporting clients with care, empathy, and understanding. In this role, you’ll work closely with a collaborative team, ensuring every case is handled with professionalism and responsibility.

If you thrive on guiding cases from start to finish with compassion and attention to detail, we’d love to hear from you. This position is responsible for managing specialized work efficiently, with confidence and competence.

The position requires above-average attention to detail, concern for the exact correctness of work, and strong commitment to completing tasks on time. The person in this position will take work seriously, with a strong sense of duty and discipline.

The job involves a somewhat faster-than-average pace and a lot of detailed, specialized work. The person in this position will receive clearly defined work, responsibilities, and reporting relationships. Training opportunities will be ongoing and thorough to develop expertise and increase confidence. Work will require competence, conscientiousness, and collaboration.

The position will provide security in a stable work environment, allowing the person to plan for, focus on, and complete tasks at hand. When changes in the nature of the work occur, the person will be provided with direction, training, and support. The position will generally be task-oriented, requiring someone with a conservative, careful, and cautious approach to work.

Job Characteristics:

• Work is unambiguous and requires completing tasks from start to finish. The focus is on getting work done on time and correctly.
• Must be extremely task-oriented, with a high standard of quality and accuracy.
• Adheres to established guidelines and procedures, and exhibits a high degree of information-gathering before making decisions. Must be comfortable making decisions in the area of specialty or expertise.
• Communication style is reserved, factual, formal, and sincere. Management may provide direction in areas outside of expertise.
• Need for strong follow-through on delegated tasks and assignments. Leads by example, following established policies and procedures, with an expectation that others will do the same. Exhibits technical expertise in the area.

Compensation:

$75,000 - $95,000 yearly

Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case preparation and strategy.
• Draft, review, and edit legal documents, including pleadings, contracts, subpoenas, complaints, interrogatories, discovery requests, legal briefs, affidavits, and correspondence under the supervision of a lawyer.
• Manage and organize case files, ensuring all documentation is accurate and up-to-date.
• Assist attorneys in preparing for trials, hearings, and depositions by organizing exhibits, coordinating witnesses, filing motions, and conducting research on legal articles.
• Coordinate communication between clients, witnesses, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel.
• Maintain case calendars, tracking deadlines and filing requirements.
• Review and manage incoming and outgoing discovery requests and responses.
• Stay current with legal developments and changes in regulations relevant to the practice area.
• Conduct client meetings and assist with client communications.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a paralegal in family law.
• Paralegal certification from an accredited institution is preferred.
• Proficient in legal research tools and software (Lexis), case management systems (Clio), and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of legal ethics and confidentiality requirements.
• Experience in handling discovery-related tasks.
• Available to start immediately

About Company

We help clients break free from unhappy marriages so they can live better lives. Our firm assists individuals in high-conflict divorces to protect their finances and maximize time with their children. We guide clients through the entire divorce process, ensuring an exceptional experience. We offer both emotional and legal support while delivering high-quality representation.

Competitive Compensation with the Following Benefits:

• Base pay plus bonus
• 100% paid healthcare, including dental and vision
• Paid Holidays
• Up to 7 Weeks Total (PTO)
• 401(k) with matching
• 529 College Savings with matching
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Gym and Fitness Benefit
• Paid Short-Term Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• Health Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Collaborative and Friendly Environment