Family Law Paralegal
Job Description
Talis Group’s client is a well-established and highly respected law firm in Frankfort, KY. This firm wants to hire a Family Law Paralegal. This company is ranked high by U.S. News- Best Law Firm in several practice areas. Their employees have been awarded for leadership, they are community minded and are highly successful at what they do. This is a great opportunity to join a great team of legal professionals and learn from the best. The Paralegal will assist attorney(s) by providing clerical and research support services including document preparation and review; interviewing clients and witnesses; research, investigations, and fact checking; and trial preparation.
Highlighted Duties:
Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.
Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.
Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
Assists attorneys with trial preparation which may include attending trials and hearings.
Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Highlighted Requirements:
Paralegal certification or degree desired.
Past experience in family law/ domestic relations as a paralegal
E-filing experience
Discovery experience.
Must be able to handle sensitive and confidential matters with professionalism.
Must have the ability to take notes, stay organized and prioritize tasks.
Good computer skills required.
Additional Information
This information is a brief job summary for recruiting purposes only and does not constitute the entire job description, duties, or requirements.
Talis Group is an equal opportunity employer. All registrants are considered based upon their skills, performance, potential, and other qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Alisha Million
Senior Recruiter
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