About the Role
<h2>Key Responsibilities:</h2>
<h3>Case Management & Litigation Support:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Assist attorneys with all phases of family law matters, including divorce, child custody, support, parenting time, and domestic violence cases.</li>
<li>Maintain and organize case files, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with court requirements.</li>
<li>Monitor case deadlines, court dates, and filing requirements.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Document Preparation & Filing:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Draft, review, file, and serve legal documents, including:
<ul>
<li>Complaints</li>
<li>Motions</li>
<li>Subpoenas</li>
<li>Affidavits and Certifications</li>
<li>Discovery Requests and Responses</li>
<li>Case Information Statements (CIS)</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Prepare correspondence and other legal documentation as needed.</li>
<li>Manage electronic filing through New Jersey eCourts and related court systems.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Client & Court Communication:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Serve as a primary point of contact for clients regarding case status and procedural updates.</li>
<li>Coordinate communications with opposing counsel, court personnel, experts, and third-party service providers.</li>
<li>Schedule hearings, mediations, depositions, and attorney-client meetings.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Legal Research & Trial Preparation:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Conduct legal research and summarize findings for attorney review.</li>
<li>Prepare exhibits, hearing binders, trial notebooks, and supporting documentation.</li>
<li>Assist attorneys in preparing for hearings, settlement conferences, mediations, and trials.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Administrative Support:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Assist with billing, time entry, and case-related administrative tasks.</li>
<li>Support attorneys with calendar management and workflow coordination.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Required Qualifications</h2>
<h3>Education:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Paralegal Certificate from an accredited institution, Associate Degree in Paralegal Studies, or equivalent family law experience.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Experience:</h3>
<ul>
<li>2–5 years of paralegal experience, preferably within a family law practice.</li>
<li>Experience supporting attorneys in family law litigation matters from case inception through resolution.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Legal Knowledge:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Strong understanding of New Jersey family law statutes, court rules, and procedural requirements.</li>
<li>Familiarity with family court practices and filing procedures.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Technical Skills:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Experience with New Jersey eCourts and electronic filing systems.</li>
<li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.</li>
<li>Experience with legal case management and document management software.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Preferred Qualifications:</h2>
<ul>
<li>Experience with mediation and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) processes.</li>
<li>Familiarity with preparing financial disclosures and support calculations.</li>
<li>Experience drafting settlement agreements, marital settlement agreements, and parenting plans.</li>
<li>Knowledge of alimony, child support, and equitable distribution calculations.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Core Competencies:</h2>
<ul>
<li>Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.</li>
<li>Strong organizational and time-management skills.</li>
<li>Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and manage multiple active cases.</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li>
<li>Professional and compassionate client-service approach.</li>
<li>Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and staff.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Compensation & Benefits:</h2>
<ul>
<li>Competitive salary ranging from <strong>$75,000 to $107,500</strong>, based on experience and qualifications.</li>
<li>Opportunity to work with a respected family law team in a collaborative and professional environment.</li>
<li>Additional benefits may be discussed during the interview process.</li>
</ul>
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Security Clearance Required: No<br />
Visa Candidate Considered: No<br />
<strong>Compensation:</strong><br />
Base Salary - USD $75,000 to $107,500