Job Title: Family Law Paralegal
Job Responsibilities:
- Draft, edit, and file legal pleadings and correspondence with a strong attention to detail.
- Prepare and organize financial affidavits, equitable distribution inventories, child support worksheets, and alimony documentation.
- Assist attorneys in the preparation of child custody, support, and divorce-related pleadings.
- Coordinate and manage deadlines for discovery, financial disclosures, and court filings.
- Support case strategy and trial preparation by organizing exhibits, trial notebooks, timelines, and case files.
- Maintain frequent communication and coordination with clients, opposing counsel, paralegals, and court staff.
- Schedule depositions, mediations, and hearings.
- Draft and respond to attorney and court emails and correspondence professionally and promptly.
- Meet with clients one-on-one and coordinate case management.
- Utilize the firm’s practice management software to handle client interactions and billing.
- Attend firm-wide meetings and take an active role in the growth of the firm.
Education and Experience:
- Minimum 3–5 years of family law paralegal experience (North Carolina experience preferred).
- Working knowledge of Wake County and/or Durham County local court rules and procedures, and familiarity with Family Court operations in Wake, Durham, and/or surrounding counties.
- Strong legal writing, research, and communication skills.
- High level of proficiency with legal software, Microsoft Office, and document management platforms.
- Familiar with time billing and law firm CRM platforms, such as Practice Panther, Clio, etc.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize tasks with minimal supervision.
- Experience handling high-conflict custody cases and/or high net-worth divorce cases is strongly preferred.
- Ability to calmly and professionally assist individuals experiencing stress and emotional situations.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in paralegal studies or other relevant certification is preferred.
- Pass interview and/or other skill testing.
Preferred Traits:
- Common sense and sound judgment.
- Professional demeanor and positive outlook.
- Fun to be around.
- Empathetic and calm under pressure.
- Organized, proactive, and solution-oriented.
- Committed to client service and confidentiality.
- Must be a team player!
Salary Information:
- Salary commensurate with experience.
- Benefits include Paid Time Off, 401(k) Plan, Health Insurance reimbursement plan, Paid CE fees, Paid holidays, and early leave on Fridays.
This position is a full-time role located in Raleigh, North Carolina, reporting to the Firm Owner/Attorney. It is ideal for candidates who are professional, tech-savvy, empathetic, hard-working, client-focused, and continuous learners, capable of supporting attorneys in a fast-paced environment and managing complex family law matters independently.
