What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at Gleason Legal?
Manchester firm seeks experienced paralegal for our growing family law practice.
Full-Time | In-Office | Manchester, New Hampshire
We are a well-established family law firm in Manchester, New Hampshire seeking a skilled and dedicated paralegal to join our close-knit legal team. If you bring experience, composure, and genuine care for clients navigating some of life’s most difficult moments, we want to hear from you. At Gleason Legal, we are working hard from within to build a better family law practice and to provide our clients with compassionate and thorough representation as they navigate one of life's biggest challenges. If you work hard, value precision, enjoy working on complex cases, and genuinely want to help people, this may be the right fit for you. This is an in-office position, but we would consider hourly versus full-time for the right candidate.
RESPONSIBILITIES
* Draft and prepare pleadings, motions, financial affidavits, parenting plans, and other family law documents
* Manage and organize case files from intake through resolution
* Coordinate discovery, including gathering and organizing, analyzing and synthesizing financial records and supporting documentation
* Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
* Calendar deadlines, hearings, and appointments using case management software
* Assist attorneys in preparation for hearings, depositions, and trials
* Conduct legal research and summarize findings as directed
* Maintain strict confidentiality in all client matters
QUALIFICATIONS
* Minimum 2 years of paralegal experience in family law, preferably in New Hampshire
* Familiarity with NH family court procedures and rules
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
* Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
* Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
* Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines with poise
* Empathy and professionalism when working with clients in sensitive circumstances
* A desire to make a difference
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package. We also offer performance-based bonuses. This job may be salary or we would consider hourly for the right candidate who is seeking la stepped -down schedule.
TO APPLY
Please submit your résumé, cover letter, and references to Kelleigh C. Gleason at kelleigh@glnh.law, copying Jen Pennington at jen@glnh.law We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage early submissions.This firm is an equal opportunity employer.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance