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Title: Legal Admin / Paralegal Family Law
Location: Dedham Area 4-1
Type: Permanent
Compensation: $80,000-$95,000
Outstanding boutique law firm specializing in family law, Legal Admin / Paralegal with prior family law paralegal experience. We are looking for a professional with 3 plus years of experience in a family law practice. If you are a Legal Admin looking to grow into more paralegal responsibilities, this is a great opportunity for you. Job requirements include strong writing and interpersonal skills, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to carry out multiple tasks at once and meet and exceed deadlines.
Legal Administrative / Paralegal Responsibilities – Family Law Practice
Client & Case Management
Serve as the first point of contact for clients and manage attorney calendars, consultations, and meetings
Open, organize, and maintain client files in the firm’s document management system
Communicate with clients regarding case updates, document collection, and upcoming court dates
Maintain strict confidentiality with sensitive financial and personal information
Court Filings & Legal Documents
Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, including divorce petitions, motions, affidavits, financial statements, separation agreements, and parenting plans
File pleadings and documents with Probate and Family Court through electronic filing systems
Track court deadlines and ensure all filings are completed in a timely manner
Paralegal Support
Assist attorneys with case preparation for hearings, mediations, and trials
Draft basic legal correspondence, motions, and discovery documents for attorney review
Organize exhibits, witness lists, and case binders for court proceedings
Assist with the preparation of financial affidavits and asset disclosures
Discovery & Financial Documentation
Coordinate and track discovery requests and responses (interrogatories, requests for production, subpoenas)
Collect, review, and organize financial documents such as tax returns, bank statements, retirement accounts, and pay records
Prepare summaries of financial records for attorney review
Scheduling & Case Coordination
Schedule court hearings, depositions, mediations, and client meetings
Coordinate with opposing counsel, court clerks, mediators, and expert witnesses
Billing & Administrative Support
Enter attorney time and assist with client billing and invoice preparation
Maintain retainer and trust account documentation
Manage correspondence, scanning, and document organization
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply to this ad or send your resume to pkulturides@daleyaa.com.
Salary : $80,000 - $95,000