Family Law Paralegal - Charleston, SC

Cordell & Cordell • Charleston, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Cordell & Cordell is a national firm focused on family law, dedicated to helping families navigate challenging times. As a Family Law Paralegal, you will play a pivotal role in this emotionally sensitive and impactful area of legal practice. Your work ensures clients feel 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 our client experience. Your attention to detail and empathy directly impact the lives of families, making this role essential to both our clients’ outcomes and Cordell & Cordell’s reputation for excellence in domestic litigation.

Requirements

• 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
• Work-life balance
• 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 and potentially earn Employer Paid health premiums

What This Job Offers

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