The Wilner Group has partnered with a mid-sized law firm with several locations across NJ for a Paralegal to join their Family Law Attorneys. Our client has an outstanding reputation in a very challenging and emotional area of law and is a trusted adviser during a stressful and vulnerable time for their clients. Benefits include PTO, Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance, FSA/HSA, and a Retirement Plan with employer match. This is an on-site, full-time position at their Northern, NJ location with a $75k compensation based on experience.
****There are multiple open positions at other Northern NJ locations****
Responsibilities:
- Assist attorneys in preparing cases for trial by preparing and organizing exhibits, assisting with client meetings, filing motions with exhibits, organizing discovery, and organizing and coordinating witnesses.
- Work with attorneys in preparing legal documentation, pleadings, and correspondence including interrogatories, subpoenas, deposition notices, complaints, pretrial orders, legal briefs, and affidavits.
- Draft Case Information Statements and prepare child support guidelines.
- Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court staff courteously and professionally.
- Manage attorneys’ calendars including confirming and coordinating court appearances, meetings, etc.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years of family law experience.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Possess outstanding organizational and time management skills.
- Enjoy interacting with both clients and potential clients as well as all colleagues.
- Familiarity with CIS software, and Microsoft Office 365/Teams, and SharePoint Exp.
- Being bilingual (Fluent in Spanish) is a plus, but not mandatory.
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The Wilner Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.