Family Law Paralegal
About The Position
Hammer Serna & Quinn, LLC is a dedicated Chicago Family Law firm committed to helping clients through some of life’s most personal and challenging transitions. Our attorneys are strong advocates who pursue thoughtful, practical solutions through negotiation, mediation, and litigation when necessary. We understand family law matters can be emotionally charged and deeply important. That is why we combine strategic legal representation with compassion, responsiveness, and steady guidance. Our team takes pride in helping clients move forward with clarity and confidence. We are seeking a Paralegal to join our growing team in a full-time capacity. This role is ideal for a professional who values meaningful client work, thrives in a fast-paced legal environment, and takes pride in helping attorneys and clients stay organized, prepared, and supported throughout the legal process. You will play an important role in case progression, document preparation, client communication, discovery management, and court filing support across a variety of family law matters.
Requirements
- 2 to 3+ years of paralegal or legal support experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organization and project management ability
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple deadlines
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and Odyssey
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience welcomed
Nice To Haves
- Family law or domestic relations experience preferred
- strong litigation support experience
- ability to learn quickly
Responsibilities
- Support attorneys through all phases of family law matters
- Draft pleadings, motions, orders, and related legal documents
- Prepare financial affidavits
- Draft and assist with discovery requests and responses
- Assist clients with gathering and producing discovery materials
- Manage case files, records, and document databases
- Process filings through Odyssey
- Communicate with clients in person, by phone, and by email
- Coordinate deadlines, calendars, and case progression
- Conduct legal and factual research as needed
- Provide additional administrative and case support as assigned
Benefits
- $55,000 to $62,000/ 1-2 Years
- $62,500 - $75,000/3-4 Years experience and flexibility for a highly qualified candidate with relevant family law experience.
- Bonus opportunity
- $50 monthly cell phone allowance
- 80 hours PTO
- Chicago Paid Leave and Paid Sick Leave
- Paid holidays
- 401(k) eligibility after 3 months with up to 4% employer match
- 50% health insurance premium contribution, up to $180 monthly
- Commuter reimbursement plan for eligible CTA, Pace, Metra, and related transit expenses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
