Family Law Paralegal - Wichita, KS

Cordell & Cordell • Wichita, KS

11h • Onsite

About The Position

Cordell & Cordell is a large national firm specializing in family law, committed to making a meaningful impact by helping families navigate challenging and pivotal times in their lives. The firm offers competitive compensation, exceptional health care benefits, and prioritizes work-life balance to ensure the well-being and productivity of its employees. The team of experienced family law attorneys and legal professionals is dedicated to providing exceptional service to clients during critical moments. As a Family Law Paralegal, this role is pivotal in one of the most emotionally sensitive and impactful areas of legal practice. Your work ensures that each client feels supported, informed, and empowered during life-changing events like divorce, custody disputes, and child support matters. By providing critical case management, document preparation, and compassionate communication, you help streamline complex legal processes and uphold the integrity of the client experience. Your attention to detail and empathy directly impact the lives of families, making this role essential to both the clients’ outcomes and Cordell & Cordell’s reputation for excellence in domestic litigation.

Requirements

• Must have a minimum of 3+ years of family law paralegal or legal assistant experience.
• Associate’s degree in paralegal studies or equivalent.
• Excellent typing skills and computer literacy, including a solid understanding Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel.
• Proficiency with legal software and case management systems (e.g., Smart Advocate, Clio, MyCase, or similar).
• Demonstrate proficiency to focus on details, handle multiple tasks, and remain highly organized.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a collaborative and approachable demeanor.
• A professional presence and the ability to interact confidently with clients and colleagues.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to be onsite Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• A proactive mindset and willingness to go above and beyond on simple requests to make things easier for others.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests/responses, and other legal documents.
• Prepare documentation such as financial disclosures, child support worksheets, and parenting plans.
• Manage case calendars, track deadlines, and ensure timely filings.
• Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel in a professional manner.
• Edit draft documents for client changes and prepare documents for signing.
• Handle sensitive client data with utmost discretion, care, and accuracy.
• Perform tasks as assigned with accuracy and promptness, meeting all agreed-upon deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Exceptional health care benefits
• Prioritized work-life balance
• Medical Plans: including HDHP, PPO, HSA and FSA
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings with Employer Matching
• Paid time off
• Participate in our Wellness Program and potentially earn Employer Paid health premiums!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees