Family Law Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

Position : Family Law Paralegal

Employer : Lynch & Owens, PC

Location : Hingham, MA

Compensation : $65,000 to $85,000, commensurate with experience, plus 10% commission on billable time

Lynch & Owens is the leading domestic relations and family law firm on the South Shore of Massachusetts. With a reputation for excellence, we have served thousands of clients across Plymouth, Norfolk, Barnstable, and Bristol counties. Our practice is a busy, innovative, and supportive place to build a career, and we are dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for our clients during challenging times.

Job Summary :

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Family Law Paralegal to become an integral part of our legal team. The ideal candidate will be a cornerstone of our practice, providing essential support to our attorneys, ensuring the seamless progression of cases, and delivering exceptional service to our clients. You will work directly with attorneys on all phases of family law litigation, from initial client intake through to final resolution.

Key Responsibilities :

• Draft, review, and file legal documents, including correspondence, pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, and proposed judgments.
• Prepare and manage discovery, including the preparation of Massachusetts Rule 401 financial statements, document requests, and interrogatories.
• Manage case files, including organizing documents, tracking deadlines, and maintaining our document management system.
• Serve as a key point of contact for clients, providing case updates and gathering necessary information with professionalism and empathy.
• Coordinate and schedule meetings, depositions, hearings, and other court-related deadlines.
• Conduct legal research using platforms such as Westlaw and LexisNexis to support case strategy.
• Assist attorneys in preparing for hearings, depositions, and trials, including the preparation of trial binders and exhibits.

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Benefits :

If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for family law and meet the above requirements, we encourage you to apply.

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