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Title : Family Law Paralegal

Location : - Virginia
Refer to Job # SUPH721701

Family Law Paralegal The candidate will serve a busy, sophisticated family-law practice. In addition to managing individual case files, the position entails preparing necessary legal documents that may include letters, motions, petition preparation, discovery, pleadings, and child support worksheets. Manages a high-end family law practice to ensure that tasks in each case are performed by the appropriate personnel; to establish project schedules and milestones; and to ensure all deadlines are met, including timely filings with the Court. Performs work independently and takes responsibility for the varied tasks associated with multiple projects. Maintains a centralized data base recording the current status of each case. Coordinates the gathering of information, materials, documents, reports and evidence. Researches information from various departments and sources, including but not limited to subscription research services, the Internet and the library. Reviews and summarize depositions and other legal documents. Utilizes technical information to make decisions and recommendations to the supervising attorney. Prepares trial notebooks and organize exhibits. Prepares reports, correspondence and other documents. Interacts with clients in person, via telephone and email. Maintains detailed and accurate daily billable hour records. Goal requirements are to bill 1550 hours per year to client matters and collect two-and-one-half times annual compensation in client fees. A College degree in a related field or Paralegal Certificate required. Must possess 3+ years experience in family domestic law. Knowledge of policies and procedures relating to family law practice area is required. Must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines. Should have knowledge of legal terminology and legal principles generally acquired through college-level study. Must have ability to perform legal research using reference materials generally available within a law library and/or electronic resource tools. Should be capable of dealing effectively with clients, attorneys and co-workers. Proficiency in Microsoft Office 2016 (Word and Excel), LegalBar, and typing at a level of 50 WPM is required.

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