Senior Family Law Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

We're looking for an organized, detail-oriented, and experienced paralegal to play an important role on our legal team. You'll draft legal documents such as affidavits, prepare briefs, conduct legal research for trial preparation, and keep case files and other important information neatly organized and easily accessible. If you're interested in advancing your paralegal career with opportunities for growth, we want to hear from you. Compensation:

$65,000 - $85,000 yearly

• Arrange law office activity such as drafting subpoenas and coordinating with process servers
• Help lawyers prepare for trial by preparing and organizing exhibits, assisting with client meetings, filing motions, conducting research on legal articles, and organizing and coordinating witnesses
• Draft legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence such as interrogatories, subpoenas, deposition notices, complaints, pretrial orders, legal briefs, and affidavits under the guidance of a lawyer

• Provide legal support to Family Law Attorneys within the firm's family law practice in Alpharetta, GA, US
• Collaborate closely with Senior Family Law Attorneys for seamless assistance
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis as required
• Handle preparation and filing of various legal documents, such as pleadings, agreements, discovery requests, and responses
• Aid attorneys in trial preparation by organizing evidence, drafting motions and briefs, and preparing witness lists
• Engage in effective communication with clients, opposing counsel, and other relevant parties throughout the legal process
• Maintain and manage case files and documents meticulously, both physically and electronically
• Assist in the preparation for depositions, mediations, and hearings to support legal proceedings

• Must have strong interpersonal skills and talent for writing and grammar
• Must have great time-management skills, and organizational skills
• 3 years of experience in legal services under an attorney or lawyer in a law firm setting

• Minimum of 2 years of experience required as a family law paralegal
• Proficient in all aspects of family law, with a focus on drafting pleadings, motions, settlement agreements, and discovery
• Demonstrated strong research and writing abilities
• Skilled in Microsoft Office and legal research software
• Capable of multitasking and prioritizing tasks effectively in a fast-paced setting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Hecht Family Law was founded to help clients who are going through some of life’s toughest times. Attorney Ed Hecht brings an understanding of what it’s like to be in his clients’ shoes because he’s also been through a divorce with children, pays child support, and has dealt with alimony and child custody. As a loving, devoted father to two children, he understands the sensitivities involved in helping people who need to be able to co-parent for years after their marriage ends.

The entire Hecht Family Law team inherently understands the necessity of being a caring, expert advocate for others going through this painful process. All clients receive our passionate commitment, dedicated patience in helping them understand the big picture as well as the intricacies, and enthusiastic advocacy during all phases of their cases. As a law firm to call home, our team members enjoy a fantastic environment, superior benefits, and a high-energy, fun environment!