Family Law Paralegal

Overview

This role is a family law paralegal position providing clerical and research support to attorneys. Responsibilities include document and pleading preparation and review, discovery support, and trial preparation.

Responsibilities

• Meet with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
• Draft legal documents, including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; file motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
• Prepare, organize, store, and retrieve case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, and other items.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Some family law experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and related matters.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Location

Firm offices are located in Fairfax, Manassas, Ashburn, and Fredericksburg, serving clients across Northern Virginia.