Family Law Paralegal - Baltimore, MD
Cordell & Cordell•Baltimore, MD
•$58,300 - $85,000•Onsite
About The Position
Cordell & Cordell is seeking a Family Law Paralegal for their Baltimore, MD office. This role is pivotal in supporting clients through emotionally sensitive and impactful legal matters such as divorce, custody disputes, and child support. The paralegal will provide critical case management, document preparation, and compassionate communication to streamline complex legal processes and uphold the firm's reputation for excellence in domestic litigation. The position offers competitive compensation, exceptional health care benefits, and a focus on work-life balance.
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 of 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.
- 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
- Merit increases
- Bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
