Litigation Paralegal (Family Law)

Summary:Prominent matrimonial and family law firm seeks experienced Family Law Paralegal to join our team of support staff. The position is full-time, Monday to Friday, in-person in our Hauppauge office (no remote or hybrid work). Salary commensurate with experience.Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree and/or Paralegal Certificate required2+ years law office experience required1+ years Matrimonial and/or Family Law experience requiredAbility to work well in a collaborative environmentAbility to build and maintain rapport with clients and colleaguesStrong organizational and interpersonal skillsStrong analytical and problem solving skillsExperience with NYSCEF, E-courts, Lexis, Clio, Google Workspace, Zoom, DropboxResponsibilities:Draft legal documents (pleadings, petitions, affidavits, RJI, submission documents, etc.)Communicate with courts, opposing counsel, and third partiesCoordinate service of processE-File documents using NYSCEFTrack deadlines and case progressCommunicate with clients to gather information and documentsUpdate clients on case status and provide general procedural guidanceGather and organize financial records (tax returns, bank statements, pay stubs)Assist with discovery (PC compliance, disclosure demands, subpoenas)Organize exhibits and evidence for hearings or trialsEnsure compliance with court rules and filing proceduresTrack and enter billable timeMaintain confidentiality of sensitive client information