Legal Admin / Paralegal

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.