Job Description We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Family Law Litigation Paralegal for our client in New Orleans! As a critical member of the legal team, you will support an attorney in managing family law cases from initiation through resolution.
Pay: Benefits: - Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- PTO
- Long and short term disability
- 401k with company match
- Profit sharing
- Bonus opportunities
Key Responsibilities: - Assist in drafting, reviewing, and filing family law pleadings, motions, and court documents (e.g., petitions, discovery requests, subpoenas, child custody agreements, and financial affidavits).
- Maintain case files and ensure all documentation is organized and accessible.
- Track deadlines and ensure compliance with court rules and filing requirements.
- Discovery and Trial Preparation
- Coordinate discovery efforts, including collecting, organizing, and summarizing documents and information from clients and opposing counsel.
- Prepare exhibits, witness lists, trial notebooks, and other materials for hearings, depositions, and trials.
- Assist attorneys in drafting interrogatories, subpoenas, and other discovery-related documents.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing updates and answering questions regarding case status and requirements.
- Conduct client interviews and gather relevant case information, including financial and custody-related details.
- Manage client communications and maintain confidentiality.
- Schedule appointments, mediations, depositions, and court hearings.
- Coordinate with court personnel and opposing counsel for filings and scheduling matters.
- Prepare and submit billing and expense reports for attorney review.
- Perform legal research on family law issues, such as divorce, custody, child support, and alimony.
- Summarize case law, statutes, and regulations for attorney use.
Qualifications: - Associate or Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies or a related field; Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a paralegal in family law litigation.
- Proficiency in legal software.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
- Strong research skills, including proficiency with Westlaw, LexisNexis, or other legal research tools.
- Exceptional organizational and time management abilities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other protected status under the law.
EverStaff is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V/SO/GI).