Family Law Paralegal
The Virga Law Firm, P.A.
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Florida • United States
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Salary
💰 $50,000 - $60,000 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Manage the family law process, including initial case intake, discovery, and trial preparation.
- Assist attorneys with drafting pleadings, legal correspondence, and other case-related documents.
- Handle the collection, review, and organization of discovery materials.
- Maintain case files, ensure accurate tracking of incoming and outgoing materials, and manage deadlines.
- Communicate with clients to request, obtain, and clarify necessary documents and information.
- Draft and file family law pleadings, motions, and orders with accuracy and efficiency.
- Manage all aspects of default proceedings, including verifying service of process.
- Prepare financial affidavits, child support calculations, and other financial discovery documents.
- E-file court documents and maintain meticulous case calendars.
- Coordinate court appearances, mediations, depositions, and other legal events.
- Develop and execute case strategies for matters involving non-participating opposing parties.
- Prepare and organize supporting documentation for claims related to alimony, child support, and attorney’s fees.
Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year of family law experience.
- Demonstrated expertise in default proceedings and case management.
- Proficiency in preparing financial discovery and child support guideline worksheets.
- Strong ability to calculate income for support purposes.
- Exceptional organizational and documentation skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong work ethic with the ability to manage multiple cases effectively.
- Knowledge of Florida Family Law, including state-specific procedures and requirements.
- Proficiency with legal practice management software (e.g., Clio) and document management systems.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary (Discussed During Interview)
- Supplemental Insurance such as dental, vision, short term disability, etc. through Colonial Life
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented Environment
- Opportunities for Growth and Advancement
- Positive work culture that includes staff celebrations and recognition programs such as Bonusly to promote team support and morale.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
family lawcase managementdefault proceedingsfinancial discoverychild support calculationsdrafting pleadingse-filingdocument organizationcase strategy developmentlegal correspondence
Soft Skills
organizational skillsdocumentation skillswritten communicationverbal communicationwork ethicmultitasking