Family Law Paralegal

Are you a meticulous, people-first paralegal who finds deep satisfaction in helping clients? Do you thrive in a stable, team-oriented environment with clear processes, collaborative colleagues, and no internal competition? If you're looking for a role where your precision and care directly protect families navigating one of life's hardest chapters, we'd love to meet you.Triangle Smart Divorce is a values-driven family law firm in Cary, NC. We're not your typical law firm — we're systems-minded, data-driven, and genuinely committed to reducing drama for the families we serve and the team members who serve alongside us.WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:Collaborative Team• Join a supportive team that lifts each other up — no internal competition, just shared success.Clear Expectations• You'll always know what great looks like. Systems, processes, and leadership keep ambiguity out of your day.Real Compensation• $60,000 – $100,000 + 100% employer-paid health insurance, HSA contributions, and a robust benefits package.Grow With UsIn-house workshops, personal development support, and monthly 1-on-1s with firm leadership.Meaningful WorkYour precision and care directly protect families navigating one of life's hardest transitions.Life Outside WorkFlexible scheduling, 3 weeks PTO, paid holidays, paid maternity and paternity leave, and a family & fur-baby friendly culture.Want to know what it is like to work at Triangle Smart Divorce? Hear what our employees have to say!https://youtu.be/V2Z3-HPSydgHOW TO APPLYTo apply, please submit your resume along with a cover letter that tells us:• What you believe it takes to be an exceptional paralegal• What you're looking for in your next role and why you think you'd be a strong fit at Triangle Smart DivorceFULL BENEFITS PACKAGE:$60,000 – $100,000 yearly compensationThree weeks of paid time offEmployer pays 100% of Health InsurancePaid holidaysEmployer contributions to HSA Plan401(k) Retirement PlanEmployer-paid Short & Long Term DisabilityFlexible work scheduleEmployer-paid Life InsuranceCasual dress codePaid Maternity & Paternity LeaveFamily & fur-baby friendly environmentPlus: monthly 1-on-1s with firm leadership, ongoing in-house workshops, and lots of additional perks!Responsibilities:THE ROLEThis position is built for someone who takes pride in repeatable excellence. You'll work at a steady, purposeful pace — following well-defined processes, managing details with care, and supporting clients through emotionally complex legal matters with professionalism and compassion.You won't be guessing what good looks like. Our systems, training, and team will give you everything you need to succeed — and leadership is always accessible when you need guidance.WHAT YOU'LL DOCommunicate with clients and other parties to provide updates and gather information with empathy and clarityDraft pleadings, including Complaints, Motions, Discovery Requests, Subpoenas, Orders, and Affidavits under attorney guidanceReview and organize financial documents; prepare spreadsheets and Financial AffidavitsMaintain client files with meticulous accuracy and attention to detailSchedule hearings, mediations, depositions, and arbitrationsFile pleadings with the Court and communicate with the Family Court as neededTrack, monitor, and calendar all court filings and deadlinesInterview witnesses and prepare summariesPrepare trial and mediation materials alongside the legal teamParticipate in all aspects of a family law caseWHO YOU AREBased on the characteristics we've found critical to success in this role, our ideal candidate is:Meticulous and detail-oriented — you check your work, then check it againPatient and conscientious — you take pride in polished, high-quality outputCollaborative and harmony-seeking — you want to be part of a team, not compete with oneSteady and process-driven — you follow established systems and rarely need to improviseCompassionate and professional — you communicate with warmth and precision, especially with clients in distressResponsive to direction — you take feedback well and use it to growQualifications:NC State Bar Certified Paralegal — requiredBachelor's Degree — requiredPrior Paralegal experience required; prior family law experience strongly preferredExceptional organizational and time-management skillsStrong legal research and writing abilitiesAbility to handle sensitive client situations with empathy and discretionAbout Company:We specialize in helping people make smart decisions that lead to better results for all involved, whether you are starting a relationship, ending a relationship, or are already divorced.We work hard but have fun along the way. Our tagline, "Not your typical law firm," applies to our workplace, too. We push boundaries, actively market our Firm, and only work with clients who align with our values. We encourage our employees to have a life outside work, believing well-rounded lives make us all more successful.We're a data-driven firm that loves systems. We focus on causes that lead to effects, using systematic hiring, onboarding, and training processes to help you succeed. Once hired, you'll undergo rigorous training to learn about the Firm's policies, systems, and procedures. But training doesn't stop there—we offer in-house workshops, support personal development, and provide opportunities for continued learning and growth.