Matrimonial Paralegal

1 month ago

New York, United States Abrams Fensterman Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: $65k-$85k

Family/Matrimonial Law Paralegal

Our legal team is dedicated to providing clients with high-quality counsel, innovative solutions, and personalized service. Established in 2000, our firm boasts over 110 attorneys with extensive experience and problem-solving skills honed over decades of practice.

 

We are a dynamic, busy, and expanding full-service law firm seeking a Paralegal to join our Family Law/Matrimonial Department in Brooklyn. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of experience as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Draft and prepare motions, pleadings, judgments, statements, and various legal documents, including debt and asset lists, child support worksheets, and responsive pleadings.
  • Act as a liaison between clients and attorneys, conducting client interviews.
  • Prepare trial notebooks and assist during trials as needed.
  • Compile and review discovery packages, including disclosure statements, interrogatories, and production requests.
  • Maintain detailed calendars using Outlook, scheduling and coordinating external meetings as necessary.
  • Serve pleadings, discovery documents, and demands, and assist in the preparation of various litigation documents.
  • Plan and schedule appointments.
  • Answer inbound phone calls.
  • Implement and maintain organized filing systems within the firm.
  • Perform other office tasks as needed.
  • Handle court filings, including e-filing in Family Court, state, and federal courts.
  • Track court dates and deadlines.
  • Review bank statements and financial documents.
  • Maintain a high level of organization and manage a heavy caseload.
  • Request conflict checks, open new client matters, submit electronic approvals, and assist with other administrative tasks.
  • Proficient in MS Office, including Excel, Westlaw, and ProLaw.
  • Demonstrate excellent communication skills and a polished presentation.
  • Complete other ad hoc projects as required.

 

Required Knowledge, Skills & Attributes:

  • A minimum of 10 years of experience as a Paralegal.
  • Strong knowledge of network statements.
  • Previous experience in office administration and related tasks.
  • Paralegal certificate required.
  • Exceptional client service and problem-solving skills.
  • Proactive and detail-oriented.
  • Strong proficiency in computers and software applications (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of staff within the firm.

 

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Competitive salary: $65k-$85k, commensurate with experience.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, PTO, and more.

This position is based in Brooklyn, NY.


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