Family Law Legal Assistant

KEY LAW OFFICE PC•Austin, TX

1d•$24•Onsite

About The Position

We are a growing family law and estate planning firm in need of a reliable and self-motivated paralegal. The individual will work directly with our attorneys, performing a variety of complex legal and administrative support duties. The ideal candidate for this position is organized, professional, responsible, capable of working with limited supervision and committed to helping us meet all our clients’ needs.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience (Bachelor’s degree preferred)
One to two years of full-time experience as a legal assistant, preferably in family law or estate planning
Knowledge of general office practices and legal terminology
Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize, and meet deadlines
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, ProDoc, and E-filing systems preferred

Nice To Haves

Experience in family law and/or estate planning
Familiarity with court filing procedures and local rules

Responsibilities

Maintains and organizes physical and electronic client files
Prepares, reviews, and edits legal correspondence and standard legal documents
Files legal documents with the courts and other agencies as required
Manages attorney calendars, including scheduling appointments, deadlines, and court dates
Assists in coordinating discovery, including calendaring and document preparation
Conducts basic legal research and gathers relevant case information
Communicates professionally with clients, courts, and opposing counsel
Reviews and distributes incoming mail; screens telephone calls for attorneys
Greets clients and visitors in a professional and welcoming manner
Provides general administrative support to attorneys and staff as needed