We are searching for a Family Law Paralegal to join our team. This position is within a small but well-known friendly law practice in Rockville, MD. Hybrid remote/on-site after the 90-day probationary period has been completed.
This position is responsible for direct contact and communication with clients, preparing legal documents and pleadings for court, organizing client portfolios, and analyzing production and discovery documents and financial data.
Duties:
· Summarizing cases and preparing reports for attorneys
· Help lawyers prepare for trial by preparing and organizing exhibits, assisting with client meetings, filing motions, conducting research on legal articles, and organizing and coordinating witnesses
· Assisting clients with completing complex legal forms with a depth of understanding
· Drafting nuanced letters and intricate court documents for attorney review
· Conducting research, investigating facts, and developing legal arguments
· Drafting legal documents such as contracts, depositions, and pleadings
· Preparing and filing documents with courts using MDEC/E-Filing
· Organizing and archiving the documents related to completed and ongoing cases
· Keeping track of changes in the legal framework and providing timely updates on these changes
