Job Description
Job Description
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Family Law Paralegal to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on family law paralegal experience in a Massachusetts law firm and the ability to independently manage a high-volume caseload.
This role requires strong knowledge of Massachusetts Probate & Family Court procedures, discovery, court filings, financial statements, and client communication. The successful candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable using legal technology and AI tools to improve efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the discovery process from start to finish, including drafting, issuing, tracking, and organizing discovery requests and responses.
- Prepare and file court documents while maintaining accurate calendars and meeting all filing deadlines.
- Draft and assemble Rule 401 financial statements (CJD 301/301S) and supporting exhibits.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, providing timely updates and preparing them for upcoming proceedings.
- Maintain organized case files, monitor deadlines, and anticipate the next steps in each matter.
- Independently manage a caseload while ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with court requirements.
- Coordinate with attorneys, clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel.
- Utilize legal practice management software and AI tools to streamline workflows and improve productivity.
Required Qualifications
- Hands-on family law paralegal experience in a Massachusetts law firm.
- Proficiency with Clio Manage, including setting up matters, running reports, and maintaining an accurate docket.
- Demonstrated experience with electronic filing in the Massachusetts Probate & Family Court.
- Strong working knowledge of Massachusetts Domestic Relations Procedure, Supplemental Probate & Family Court Rules, and Massachusetts Child Support Guidelines.
- Ability to independently draft motions, discovery requests, and responses with minimal supervision.
- Experience managing 40 or more active matters while maintaining organization and meeting deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate professionally and empathetically with clients.