Position Overview:
• Boutique, one-attorney Family Law firm focused on compassionate, professional client guidance.
• Current focus: Florida Family Law.
• Expanding into Estate Planning.
• Opportunity for growth alongside firm expansion.
• Seeking experienced, proactive, detail-oriented Family Law Paralegal.
• Fast-paced, professional environment.
• Emphasis on exceptional client service.
• Candidates should be organized, resourceful, self-motivated, with Florida family law experience.
Key Responsibilities:
• Draft, prepare, and file pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, financial affidavits, parenting plans.
• Ensure compliance with Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure and disclosure requirements.
• Coordinate and manage discovery materials and client financial documents.
• Manage attorney's calendar (court hearings, depositions, mediation, client meetings, trial deadlines).
• Assist with trial preparation (exhibits, witness lists, case organization).
• May attend trials to assist attorney.
• Electronically file documents via Florida e-Filing Portal.
• Maintain organized client files and billing entries in MyCase.
• Track and record time daily to meet firm’s billable requirement (1,400–1,600 hours based on compensation and experience).
• Professional communication with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel.
• Serve as courteous and empathetic client contact.
Required Qualifications:
• 4–5+ years experience as Florida Family Law Paralegal.
• 1–2 years experience as Florida Estate Planning Paralegal.
• Knowledge of Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, discovery processes, mandatory disclosure.
• Experience managing financial documentation and affidavits.
• Proficient with Mac computers; comfortable in paperless environments.
• Experience with MyCase or similar legal case management and billing software.
• Excellent organizational, time management, communication skills.
• Paralegal certification or equivalent hands-on legal experience.
Preferred Skills & Experience:
• Experience assisting with mediations, depositions, trial preparation.
• Strong client service skills; calm and professional demeanor.
• Critical and independent thinking.
• High emotional intelligence and professionalism when handling sensitive matters.
• Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat Pro, DocuSign, Dropbox, LexisNexis Research.
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