Job Description
Job Description
Hiring for the Plano and / or Dallas officesMust Haves :
- At least 5 -7 years of experience working at a Texas Family Law Firm
- Able to work independently
- Able to multi-task and manage deadlines
- Able to hit the ground running with minimal training
- Able to bill 100 hours / month
Software used :
MS Office, Adobe, Lexis Nexis, Westlaw Form Builder, Centerbase (billing and conflicts check software), ZoomBenefits :
Board Certified Paralegals pay ranges from 80-95K DOENon-board certified Paralegal pay ranges from 70-85K DOEBusiness Casual attireWork remotely 1 day per week (after 90 day probationary period)Firm pays Medical, Vision, Dental premiums96 hours PTO - year 1 (prorated from day 1)Paid bi-weekly401K and firm matches up to 25%Discretionary year end bonusHours are from 8am - 5pm but some offices let you start at 7am or 9am...depends on the attorney Interview Process :
Zoom virtual interviewIn-person interviewThe ideal candidate will have experience with all aspects of family law . This candidate should be highly organized, self-motivated, and a team player. Candidates should have strong verbal and written communication skills as there will be significant client contact. The ability to multitask and manage deadlines is a must.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :
Review and draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, orders, inventories, correspondenceMaintain organized schedules and provide timely reminders for deadlinesAdministrative duties, including but not limited to calendaring hearings, trials, pretrial deadlines and organizing case files, etc.Review and organize documents, exhibits, evidence, and case pleadingsAid attorneys with discovery requests and preparation of hearings and trialsCommunicate with clients, other attorneys and staff, and court staffOrganize and electronically file pleadings and serve documentsAssist the attorneys with case management from beginning to end.Qualifications :
Minimum of 5-7 years of family law experience
Board certified a plus but not required
Must be knowledgeable in the Texas Family CodeMust have knowledge of court rules, procedures, and practices, etc.Excellent proficiency in computer skills, such as Microsoft Office, Outlook, case management system, and navigating a serverExcellent communication skillsExperience with utilizing Westlaw Form BuilderPay Details : $70,000.00 to $95,000.00 per year
Search managed by : Jamie Stone
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