Family Law Paralegal

Family Law Paralegal

About the Role:

This position provides administrative and substantive legal support to Family Law attorneys playing a key role in managing cases from initial filings through hearings mediation and trial. The role involves significant client interaction detailed document preparation and hands-on involvement in case strategy and courtroom readiness.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Family Law paralegal or legal professional who is highly organized detail-oriented and comfortable working in a fast-paced legal environment. The role offers meaningful responsibility close collaboration with attorneys and the opportunity to make a direct impact on client outcomes.

Why you should join:

• Meaningful Family Law Work: Play a vital role in cases that directly impact clients and families from early case development through resolution
• Respected Legal Team: Work closely with experienced Family Law attorneys who value collaboration and paralegal expertise
• Professional Growth: Expand your skills through hands-on involvement in litigation strategy trial preparation and client management
• Supportive Culture: Join a workplace that recognizes individual contributions and promotes teamwork and mutual respect
• Stability & Longevity: Be part of a firm with a long-standing reputation and strong regional presence
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible work hours designed to support long-term career satisfaction

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft affidavits complaints pleadings and supporting documentation for court filings
• Prepare replies to counterclaims discovery responses consumer dispute documentation and memorandums of law
• Prepare and process requests for extensions of time and continuances
• Communicate with clients to obtain discovery responses and provide case updates
• Review and summarize discovery responses from opposing counsel
• Work closely with attorneys on escalated matters arbitrations trial preparation and witness coordination
• Assist with trial and mediation preparation including organizing and preparing exhibits and exhibit notebooks
• Record track and manage deadlines through docketing and calendaring systems
• Negotiate and draft settlement agreements
• Ensure files are hearing-ready by reviewing case notes and preparing motions orders and properly labeled documents
• Monitor update and review case information to provide regular email updates to clients
• Screen and manage incoming calls mail and correspondence from courts law enforcement counsel and opposing parties
• Perform legal research and support monthly online compliance training and testing
• Complete other related duties as assigned by management or supervising attorneys

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Five or more years of Family Law experience in North Carolina with strong knowledge of NC family court rules
• Associate degree and/or North Carolina Paralegal Certification preferred
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word Outlook and Excel
• Experience with electronic court filing systems
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Experience tracking and recording billable hours and related time entries
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Typing speed of 50 words per minute
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and take initiative
• Strong drafting skills and attention to detail

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits programs
• Flexible work hours