Family Law Paralegal needed in Bradenton, FL - This is a Direct Hire opportunity.
Hours: Full time (on site) Monday - Friday from 8:30 - 5 p.m.
Competitive Pay: $55,000.00 + per year; commensurate with experience.
Perks: Retirement plan, paid time off, professional development assistance, and a health insurance stipend.
About Us:
We have partnered with a well-established law firm with over 12 years of dedicated family law and criminal defense service. They are a small but growing firm that prides itself on
delivering high-quality legal services while understanding the importance of a work-life balance. We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Family Law Paralegal to join our team and help us continue to grow our family law practice.
Here’s What Our Paralegals Do:
Case Preparation: Assist attorneys in preparing for hearings, mediations, and trials by drafting legal documents, organizing case files, and ensuring deadlines are met.
Client Interaction: Serve as a point of contact for clients to provide updates, gather necessary information, and ensure clear communication.
Document Management: Draft and review pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and other legal documents; manage discovery requests and responses.
Scheduling and Coordination: Coordinate attorney calendars, schedule hearings, mediations, depositions, and meetings, and liaise with court personnel and opposing counsel.
Attention to Detail: Ensure compliance with court rules, maintain accurate records, and meet deadlines.
Team Collaboration: Work closely with attorneys and other staff to support the overall goals of the firm.
Who We’re Looking For:
Has Experience in Family Law: Preferred but not required; litigation experience is a must.
Is Detail-Oriented and Organized: You excel in managing deadlines, maintaining accurate records, and keeping the team on track.
Communicates Effectively: Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential for working with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.
Thrives in a Fast-Paced Environment: You are adaptable, proactive, and able to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
Values Teamwork: You are collaborative and willing to support the attorneys and other staff to achieve client goals.
Embraces Professional Growth: You are eager to learn and expand your legal knowledge and skills.
Compensation and Benefits:
Bonuses: Discretionary bonuses based on performance and contributions to the team.
Work-Life Balance: We value a healthy work-life balance for all our team members.
Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development through training and workshops.
