Paralegal jobs in Passaic, NJ

Family Law Paralegal / Legal Assistant - Hybrid Option available

POSITION SUMMARY

Jaclyn Foster Paralegal group in collaboration with a top Parsippany family law firm is seeking a Family Law Paralegal.

We are seeking a paralegal with 2 years of experience in the field of Family Law to join our growing firm. In this position you will have the opportunity to be an active participant in the firm, and work closely with other paralegals, attorneys and firm administrators.

ABOUT THE FIRM

Our mission is to build a firm that is team-oriented and collaborative in nature. We are designed to be nimble so that we can adapt to the changing needs of our clients and our team members.

Our goal is and always has been to surround ourselves with outstanding people, positive energy, and a culture that encourages everyone at the firm to provide constructive opinions and ideas on ways to improve the firm.

Our firm has grown thanks in large part to the outstanding group of individuals who work seamlessly together to ensure our clients get the highest level of service and attention.

We are definitely not your typical law firm, and we look forward to showing you how different we are.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Assist attorneys in preparing cases for trial by preparing and organizing exhibits, assisting with client meetings, filing motions, organizing discovery and organizing and coordinating witnesses.
• Work with attorneys in preparing legal documentation, pleadings, and correspondence including: interrogatories, subpoenas, deposition notices, complaints, pretrial orders, briefs and affidavits.
• Draft Case Information Statements and prepare child support guidelines.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court staff in a courteous and professional manner.
• Manage attorneys’ calendars including confirming and coordinating court appearances, meetings, etc.
• Prioritize workload in accordance with deadlines.
• Handle various administrative duties such as electronic and paper file maintenance.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 2 years experience in family law.
• Stronger interpersonal and communication skills.
• Possess outstanding organizational and time management skills.
• Enjoy interacting with clients and potential clients.
• Familiarity with CIS software, and Microsoft 365.

BENEFITS

• Hybrid option
• PTO
• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & Disability Insurance
• FSA/HSA
• Retirement plan with employer match

Compensation:

$55,000-$65,000 DOE

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and are an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.