Family Law Paralegal - FTW

Family Law Paralegal•

FTW LHH US

Fort Worth, TX Job Details $65,000•$85,000 a year 20 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Task prioritization Family law

Technical Proficiency Full Job Description Position:

Family Law Paralegal Location:

West Fort Worth Type:

fully onsite

Workload and Billables:

Billable Requirements:

only 65 hours per month or 780 per year

Work Hours:

8am•5pm

Software:

Skilled at quickly absorbing and applying new software and technology solutions to support the evolving pace and complexity of today???s legal environment. Helpful if you have experience with

Centerbase and NetDocs Compensation and Benefits:

Salary ranges from $65000•$85,000 DOE Annual Bonuses Full medical, dental, vision, 401K contributions, holidays including a full week between Dec 24th•Jan 1st, PTO, and more Parking paid for by law firm

Job Requirements:

Undergraduate degree preferred but not required Paralegal certificate or certification preferred but not required 5+ years of Texas Family Law experience Solid understanding of the Texas Family Code and the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure Exceptional verbal and written communications skills, with superior attention to detail Excellent prioritization, problem solving and time management skills Ability to learn and utilize new software, technology and techniques as needed to meet the changing demands of the legal marketplace Creativity, flexibility, and adaptability in a fast-paced work environment

Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepare legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and court orders for review, approval, and use by attorney. Correspond with clients and prepare spreadsheets and documents for Inventory and Appraisement and Proposed Support Decision. File pleadings with court clerks. Coordinate delivery of subpoenas to witnesses and parties to action. Conduct intake calls with potential new clients and prepare attorneys for initial consultation. Assist attorneys in preparing for mediations, depositions, hearings, trials, and conferences. Assist attorneys in analyzing and resolving recurring problems that arise in family law cases. Draft discovery requests, calendar relevant due dates, and prepare correspondence to opposing counsels and/or opposing parties. Assist clients to comply with discovery requests and compile requested documents. The Paralegal will work closely with a Fort Worth Associate to support the firm's clients in a manner that is consistent with our core values and vision. The right candidate must have 5+ years of Texas Family Law experience along with attention to detail, strong organizational and drafting skills, and the ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal. This law firm has been named named a Top Workplace by the Dallas Morning News and recognized as a Best Place to Work by the Dallas Business Journal and Austin Business Journal. If you meet the requirements and can perform all the duties and responsibilities, please apply or contact me directly at jamie.stone@ lhh.com

Pay Details:

$65,000.00 to $85,000.00 per year Search managed by: Jamie Stone Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for

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