Marital Paralegal
- Not specified
Posted last month
About the role
Shaheen and Gordon, P.A. is seeking an energetic and detail-oriented full-time Marital Paralegal to work with the Family Law staff in one of the firm's New Hampshire Offices. The ideal candidate must demonstrate the ability to work as a member of a team, in addition to working independently. The responsibilities assigned to this role include:
Duties include, but not limited to:
- Draft and file legal documents, including, petitions, motions, parenting plans, and final decrees
- Handle discovery, including preparing and responding to interrogatories and requests for production
- Prepare and review financial affidavits and supporting documentation (tax returns, pay stubs, bank statements, etc.)
- Coordinate client communication, court filings, and deadlines
- File management for both paper and electronic files, including uploading and renaming documents in document management program
- Assist with trial preparation, including exhibits and binders
- Schedule appointments/calendar court dates and deadlines
- Communicating by phone and email with potential new clients, existing clients, and opposing counsel
Requirements:
- Minimum of 3 5 years’ experience in a law firm or office environment
- Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, Adobe, Filevine, scanning and maintaining electronic files is a plus
- Attention to detail and proofreading skills
- Must have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and client needs in a fastpaced environment
Shaheen and Gordon is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state or local laws in all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, training, evaluation, transfer, promotion, discipline, compensation, termination, and layoff.
Shaheen and Gordon presents a pleasant, supportive, challenging, non-smoking work environment. Salary commensurate with experience, with excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible spending account, and 401(k) plan with employer contribution. Please submit your cover letter and resume to careers@shaheengordon.com.
No phone calls or agencies please. EOE.