Family Law Paralegal

Company Overview Melone Hatley is a family law firm located in the Mid-Atlantic with offices in Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Florida. We are among the fastest 500 growing law firms in the US, Super Lawyer Rated, and regionally recognized as a the top employer. Our mission is to be the preeminent family and estate planning law firm by helping people protect their families, their finances, and their futures, and is built around the core values of transparency, honesty, and communication with our clients. Our team's goal is to create the best possible outcome for everyone we serve. We focus on our client's satisfaction; we strive to ensure each client is guided through the process and ensure that no client ever has a question or concern that goes unanswered. Attention to detail and client-centric care are among our highest priorities. Job Summary Melone Hatley is seeking a full-time paralegal to join their growing Family law team in VIRGINIA BEACH. The position serves as an administrative and legal support to the firm's Family Law Attorneys. The paralegal will be working closely with the supervising attorney. This position is responsible for direct contact and communication with clients, preparing legal documents and pleadings for court, organizing client portfolios, analyzing discovery documents and financial data. The paralegal will provide essential administrative tasks including document preparation, dictation, filing, proofreading correspondence, and various other administrative tasks. Candidates should have a strong foundation of family law experience, be client-centric, and have a collaborative team focus. The ideal candidate will also possess strong interpersonal skills, multi-tasking skills, maintain a proactive approach and an empathetic attitude in dealing with confidential client matters. Responsibilities and Duties Obtains legal documents. Performs administrative and client service functions. Conducts basic research. Assists with the drafting and completion of necessary documentation. Assists with the filing of legal documents. Assists with the management of databases and files. Communicates regularly with clients. Assists with other essential functions, as assigned. Qualifications and Skills Bachelor's degree preferred. Prior paralegal/legal assistant experience is required. Prior Family law experience is preferred. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Must be detail oriented. Good organizational, time management, customer service skills. Ability to work well independently. Willingness and curiosity to learn. Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Created: 2024-11-05