Discovery Coordinator

Discovery Coordinator Family First Legal Group Cape Coral, FL Job Details Full-time $45,000 - $55,000 a year 19 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Interpersonal skills Customer service Family law case experience Attention to detail Law office Family law Typing Legal case management

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Only applicants with 2 years of Family Law experience and 1 year of Family Law Software (FLS) experience are accepted. Your Impact and Responsibilities Do you thrive on connecting with people and making a real difference in someone's life during their most difficult moments? Family First Legal Group is seeking a motivated and proactive Discovery Coordinator to assist attorneys in family law matters. This role primarily involves extensive legal assistant responsibilities such as gathering, organizing, analyzing and maintaining financial documents to ensure strict compliance with court-ordered discovery and supports the legal team with a positive, adaptable approach. The ideal candidate will have 2 years previous family law office experience, have a minimum of 1 year experience in Family Law Software (FLS), proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace and Adobe Acrobat Pro, excellent computer and typing skills, Client driven case management, professional communication and a "can-do" attitude to thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities Who We Are Family First Legal Group is one of the top 500 fastest-growing law firms in the nation and one of Inc. 5000's Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America. We are a client-focused family law firm dedicated to guiding individuals through divorce, custody disputes, and other family law matters with compassion and expertise. Our team is committed to providing top-tier legal services while ensuring our clients feel supported every step of the way.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Gathering, organizing and maintaining financial documents from Clients, Opposing Counsel/Opposing Party and Third Parties Compiling and drafting court required Discovery responses such as Certificate of Compliance with Mandatory Disclosure, Response to Request for Production and Answers to Interrogatories while adhering to their court-ordered requirements Reviewing and notating deficiencies in discovery and drafting correspondence highlighting same Direct communication with Clients, Opposing Counsels and Third Parties Electronic file management Assistance with general legal assistant and administrative duties, such as printing, collating and binding hearing and trial binders before the required deadlines, as needed

Note:

If you are hesitant to take control of conversations, avoid conflict, or struggle with rejection, this role will be challenging and is not for you.

What It Takes To Succeed:

A minimum of 2 years Family Law experience is required A minimum of 1 year experience with Family Law Software (FLS) is required Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills Flexibility and willingness to grow and adapt with the role as the law firm grows Ability to follow specific and detailed instructions in oral and written form to meet the needs of the role Organize and properly prioritize duties using critical thinking to meet daily deadlines Excellent people skills and the ability to relate to and connect with Clients and team members A positive, outgoing, and caring demeanor, no matter how busy Motivated by job challenges and personal growth Superior customer service experience Takes initiative and anticipates upcoming needs Tech savvy with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Adobe Acrobat Pro Proficient with Google Workspace Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to type at least 65 WPM Team player This is an in-person position reporting to our Cape Coral office location

Why Join Us Growth Environment:

A dynamic and supportive workplace with a high-performance culture.

Competitive Compensation:

Base salary of $45,000 - $55,000 plus performance-based bonuses.

Comprehensive Benefits:

Health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) matching, and PTO.

Flex Day:

Celebrate your birthday month with an extra day off. How You Know This Job is NOT for

You:

If you are timid, hesitant to follow up, conflict-avoidant, or prone to emotional distress, this position may not be the right fit. To be successful, you must be a self-starter who maintains laser focus and internal drive while working independently. Please listen to the interviews with various members of our team on our podcast at https://www.familyfirstlegalgroup.com/resources/podcasts/ to see if you like what you are hearing. If you are a driven professional looking for a meaningful career where you can help people while earning a great income, we want to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step toward joining our dedicated team.

Pay:

$45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Why are you interested in working at a Family Law Firm? Describe your experience with adhering to Rule 12.285. We do not micromanage our employees. How do you hold yourself accountable/take ownership of your responsibilities? What steps would you take if a Client failed to provide requested documents by the deadline? Describe a situation where you discovered an error before it became a problem. Why should we hire YOU for this role?

Experience:

Family law: 2 years (Required) Family Law Software (FLS): 1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person