Family Law Paralegal - Mount Laurel, NJ

Cordell & Cordell • Mount Laurel, NJ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Cordell & Cordell is hiring a Family Law Paralegal in Mount Laurel, New Jersey. The role supports family law attorneys and clients through case management, legal document preparation, deadline tracking, and professional communication. The paralegal helps clients navigate emotionally sensitive matters such as divorce, custody disputes, and child support by providing accurate, timely, and compassionate support.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of family law paralegal or legal assistant experience.
• Associate degree in paralegal studies or equivalent.
• Excellent typing skills and computer literacy, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Proficiency with legal software and case management systems such as Smart Advocate, Clio, MyCase, or similar.
• Ability to focus on details, manage multiple tasks, and remain highly organized.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and a collaborative, approachable demeanor.
• Professional presence and ability to interact confidently with clients and colleagues.
• Reliable transportation and ability to work onsite Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Proactive mindset and willingness to go above and beyond on simple requests to make things easier for others.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and other legal documents.
• Prepare financial disclosures, child support worksheets, parenting plans, and related documentation.
• Manage case calendars, track deadlines, and ensure timely filings.
• Communicate professionally with clients, courts, and opposing counsel.
• Edit draft documents to reflect client changes and prepare documents for signing.
• Handle sensitive client data with discretion, care, and accuracy.
• Complete assigned tasks accurately and promptly, meeting agreed-upon deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Medical plans, including HDHP, PPO, HSA, and FSA.
• Dental, vision, life and AD&D, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) savings with employer matching.
• Paid time off.
• Wellness program with the potential to earn employer-paid health premiums.
• Work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree