What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Law Paralegal position at Cooper Trachtenberg Law Group, LLC?
Company Description Cooper Trachtenberg Law Group, LLC is a growing family law firm providing comprehensive services including divorce strategies, litigation, mediation, negotiated settlements, post-decree modifications, parenting coordination, and guardianships. The firm also serves as Guardians ad Litem in Lake, Cook, and DuPage County courts and offers prenuptial agreements for couples planning marriage. With extensive experience in all aspects of family law, the attorneys are active members of numerous professional organizations such as the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and the Northwest Suburban Bar Association. The firm represents clients in Chicago and suburban Chicagoland, emphasizing high-quality, client-focused representation. Cooper Trachtenberg Law Group, LLC maintains a collaborative, professional environment dedicated to helping individuals navigate complex family law matters.
Role Description The Family Law Paralegal will support attorneys in all phases of family law matters, including divorce, custody, support, and guardianship cases. Day-to-day responsibilities include drafting and preparing pleadings, motions, financial affidavits, and discovery documents; organizing and maintaining case files; and assisting with court filings and scheduling. The paralegal will conduct legal and factual research, review and summarize documents, and help prepare materials for hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences. The role also involves regular communication with clients, courts, and opposing counsel, while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism. This is a full-time, on-site role located in Rolling Meadows, IL.
Qualifications
- Strong foundation in family law and related legal principles; prior experience in a family law or litigation practice preferred.
- Proficiency in legal document preparation, including drafting pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and settlement documents.
- Excellent communication skills, including clear client communication, professional interaction with courts and opposing counsel, and strong writing abilities.
- Research skills for gathering case-related information, performing legal research, and summarizing findings for attorney review.
- Document review skills for analyzing financial records, court filings, and case materials with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with legal case management software, e-filing systems, and standard office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PDF tools).
- Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys and staff, exercise sound judgment, and maintain strict confidentiality.
- Experience in Illinois family law and familiarity with local court procedures is a plus.
- Additional language skills is a plus.