Family Law Paralegal - Ft Worth

Goranson Bain Ausley, PLLC•Fort Worth, TX

21d•Onsite

About The Position

Goranson Bain Ausley is seeking a Family Law Paralegal to join its Fort Worth office. The firm exclusively practices family law and has 55 attorneys across offices in Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Flower Mound, Granbury, Midland, Plano, and San Antonio. The paralegal will work closely with a Fort Worth Partner to support clients in a manner consistent with the firm’s core values and vision. The position calls for substantial Texas family law experience, attention to detail, strong organizational and drafting skills, and effective written and verbal communication.

Requirements

At least 5 years of Texas Family Law experience.
Solid understanding of the Texas Family Code and the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and superior attention to detail.
Excellent prioritization, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
Ability to learn and use new software, technology, and techniques as needed to meet changing demands in the legal marketplace.
Creativity, flexibility, and adaptability in a fast-paced work environment.

Nice To Haves

Undergraduate degree preferred, but not required.
Paralegal certificate or certification preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Prepare pleadings, motions, and orders for attorney review, approval, and use.
Correspond with clients, opposing counsel and/or opposing parties, and court coordinators.
Prepare spreadsheets and documents for Inventory and Appraisement and calculate child support.
File pleadings with the court.
Coordinate the issuance and delivery of subpoenas.
Conduct intake calls with potential new clients and prepare attorneys for initial consultations.
Assist attorneys with preparation for mediations, depositions, hearings, trials, and conferences.
Assist attorneys in analyzing and resolving problems and challenges that arise in family law cases.
Draft discovery requests and responses, and assist clients with discovery compliance and document production.
Calendar discovery due dates and all deadlines associated with the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure.