Paralegal Robert Half - 3.9 Allen, TX Job Details $75,000 - $85,000 a year 18 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Customer communication Family law case experience Legal client intake Full Job Description We are looking for an experienced Family Law Paralegal to support a busy legal team in Allen, Texas. This role is suited to a detail-oriented individual who can manage sensitive client matters, keep pace with shifting priorities, and contribute confidently throughout the litigation process. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of Texas family law procedures, excellent organizational judgment, and the ability to work independently while maintaining clear communication with attorneys, clients, and court personnel.

Responsibilities:

Draft and organize family law documents, including pleadings, motions, proposed orders, and discovery materials in alignment with Texas court procedures. Manage case progression from intake through resolution by maintaining files, monitoring deadlines, and ensuring timely follow-up on outstanding items. Conduct client intake conversations and assist with ongoing client communication, offering thoughtful and empathetic support throughout emotionally sensitive matters. Prepare attorneys for hearings, mediation sessions, interim orders proceedings, and trial by coordinating exhibits, witness materials, and case documentation. Track legal and internal deadlines using calendaring tools and help keep attorneys informed of upcoming obligations and unresolved issues. File documents through Texas e-filing systems and coordinate materials with courts, experts, and outside parties as needed. Support discovery efforts by gathering records, organizing responses, and helping ensure inventories and disclosures are completed on time. Attend court proceedings in Collin County and surrounding North Texas jurisdictions when required to assist with exhibits, client coordination, and hearing logistics. At least 5 years of paralegal experience, including substantial work in family law matters. Strong understanding of the Texas Family Code and hands-on familiarity with family law filings, motions, orders, and related procedures. Proven ability to balance competing priorities, adjust quickly to changing demands, and maintain strong follow-through on active matters. Excellent organizational and communication skills, with confidence interacting with clients, attorneys, court staff, and third-party professionals. Experience with client intake, case management, discovery coordination, and trial or hearing preparation. Proficiency with legal technology and office software, including Microsoft Office, Adobe or Kofax, ShareFile, and Texas e-filing platforms; familiarity with Clio Manage and Clio Grow is preferred. Ability to work independently, use sound judgment on routine matters, and identify when attorney review or direction is needed. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .