Family Paralegal

Job Description

Family Law Paralegal | Wizehire

The Tone:
This is a hybrid position at The Maine Divorce Group, located in Kennebunk, ME. The firm is a client-focused family law practice known for its exceptional service and commitment to integrity, client care, and teamwork. This role is crucial for supporting attorneys through various stages of family law cases, ensuring high-quality legal assistance and compassionate client service. The Paralegal’s work directly contributes to the firm’s reputation for providing creative and results-oriented legal solutions in an environment of trust.

The TL;DR
• Role: Family Law Paralegal
• Location: Hybrid, Kennebunk, ME
• Pay: $25–$35 hourly
• Team: Works with multiple attorneys and team members, supporting legal strategy and execution.
• Mission: To ensure effective case management, document preparation, and client communication for family law matters.
• Tech Stack: Mac OS, Google Workspace, MyCase, CRM Database

What You’ll Actually Do
• Case Coordination: Manage all scheduling requirements for court dates, client meetings, mediations, and critical case deadlines to ensure smooth progression.
• Document Drafting: Prepare, draft, and format a variety of family law documents, including pleadings, motions, financial affidavits, and discovery requests/responses.
• Discovery Management: Oversee the discovery process, which includes tracking deadlines, organizing document production, and maintaining detailed case summaries.
• Client Communication: Engage with clients professionally and empathetically, addressing sensitive situations and de-escalating potential conflicts as needed.
• Attorney Support: Provide comprehensive support to attorneys in preparing cases and executing legal strategy through organized documentation and follow-through.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree. Completion of an ABA-approved paralegal certificate program or an Associate’s degree/proprietary school program in paralegal studies.
• Experience: 2-3 years of experience working under an attorney, specifically within a family law firm.
• Skills: Expertise with Mac Operating Systems and Google Suite, proficiency with CRM Database, strong legal research and legal writing skills, and excellent time-management and organizational abilities with discretion for confidential matters.
• Bonus: A strong commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality client service.