Family Law Paralegal

Bruce Galloway Law, LLC, a well-established boutique family law firm, is seeking an experienced, organized, and detail-oriented Paralegal to join our growing team. This is a great opportunity for a motivated legal professional to make a meaningful impact at a small, collaborative firm that values precision, compassion, and accountability.

This role involves high responsibility, frequent client interaction, and collaboration with a small but experienced team. We are looking for someone who is proactive, dependable, and confident in handling deadlines, discovery, and trial preparation.

Responsibilities

• Draft and manage family law pleadings, motions, and discovery responses
• Calendar and monitor deadlines for discovery, hearings, and trials
• Communicate with clients regularly and compassionately—providing updates, gathering information, and helping them feel heard and supported
• Prepare for mediations, hearings, and trials, including exhibits, binders, and client preparation
• Maintain digital and physical case files in an organized, audit-ready format
• Adjust hours occasionally to meet deadlines, prepare for trial, or support the team during time-sensitive casework
• File legal documents with local and state courts and administrative agencies
• Coordinate with court clerks, opposing counsel, clients, and third parties
• Conduct interviews and investigations to gather relevant information for cases
• Accurately track and enter billable time on a contemporaneous basis
• Utilize templates and AI effectively for document generation

Our Ideal Candidate

• 3 years of experience working as a paralegal or similar role (family law preferred)
• Strong knowledge of discovery procedures, court deadlines, and local filing rules
• Familiarity with legal case management software (MyCase, Clio, etc.)
• Reliable timekeeping and billing practices
• Comfortable and professional in receiving direct, solution-focused feedback
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Current and active Notary Public certification
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat
• Transcription or dictation experience
• Knowledge of phone etiquette and professional communication

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Separate vacation and sick time accrual, with generous PTO
• Realistic expectations and work-life balance, including mental health days
• Paid holidays
• Supportive, close-knit team environment, including weekly team lunches
• Direct collaboration with attorneys and meaningful case ownership
• Occasional flexibility for remote work or adjusted hours based on performance
• Opportunities for long-term growth and skill development

Location: 107 N. 2nd St, Ozark, MO 65721
Hours: Full-time, 40 hr/wk, 8am - 5pm

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience in family law matters? Please specify how many years if so.
• How soon are you looking to begin work?

Experience:

• legal: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Ozark, MO 65721 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $27