Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Case Management & Litigation Support:

• Assist attorneys with all phases of family law matters, including divorce, child custody, support, parenting time, and domestic violence cases.
• Maintain and organize case files, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with court requirements.
• Monitor case deadlines, court dates, and filing requirements.

Document Preparation & Filing:

• Draft, review, file, and serve legal documents, including:
  • Complaints
  • Motions
  • Subpoenas
  • Affidavits and Certifications
  • Discovery Requests and Responses
  • Case Information Statements (CIS)
• Prepare correspondence and other legal documentation as needed.
• Manage electronic filing through New Jersey eCourts and related court systems.

Client & Court Communication:

• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients regarding case status and procedural updates.
• Coordinate communications with opposing counsel, court personnel, experts, and third-party service providers.
• Schedule hearings, mediations, depositions, and attorney-client meetings.

Legal Research & Trial Preparation:

• Conduct legal research and summarize findings for attorney review.
• Prepare exhibits, hearing binders, trial notebooks, and supporting documentation.
• Assist attorneys in preparing for hearings, settlement conferences, mediations, and trials.

Administrative Support:

• Assist with billing, time entry, and case-related administrative tasks.
• Support attorneys with calendar management and workflow coordination.

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Paralegal Certificate from an accredited institution, Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies, or equivalent family law experience.

Experience:

• 2–5 years of paralegal experience, preferably within a family law practice.
• Experience supporting attorneys in family law litigation matters from case inception through resolution.

Legal Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of New Jersey family law statutes, court rules, and procedural requirements.
• Familiarity with family court practices and filing procedures.

Technical Skills:

• Experience with New Jersey eCourts and electronic filing systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with legal case management and document management software.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with mediation and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) processes.
• Familiarity with preparing financial disclosures and support calculations.
• Experience drafting settlement agreements, marital settlement agreements, and parenting plans.
• Knowledge of alimony, child support, and equitable distribution calculations.

Core Competencies:

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and manage multiple active cases.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional and compassionate client-service approach.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and staff.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary ranging from  $75,000 to $107,500, based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunity to work with a respected family law team in a collaborative and professional environment.
• Additional benefits may be discussed during the interview process.