Job Details

Family Law Paralegal (100% Remote New Jersey)

Experience Required: 5+ years

About the Role

A growing family law practice is seeking an experienced Family Law Paralegal to join their team in a fully remote capacity. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, highly organized professional who is comfortable managing cases independently, supporting attorneys, and communicating with clients during often sensitive matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft family law pleadings, motions, certifications, CIS, discovery requests/responses, and settlement agreements
• Manage case files from intake through resolution
• Prepare, organize, and file court documents electronically (eCourts/NJ)
• Assist in trial preparation, mediation prep, and hearing preparation
• Coordinate attorney and client calendars, court deadlines, and case schedules
• Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel
• Conduct legal research as needed
• Support attorneys in divorce, custody, child support, alimony, domestic violence, and other family law matters

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct experience in New Jersey family law (Should be based out in NJ ONLY)
• Strong understanding of NJ court procedures and e-filing
• Excellent drafting and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and client communication skills
• Experience with family law case management software (Clio, MyCase, Smokeball, etc.) preferred

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $90,000 $100,000. The firm may be open to the higher end of the range for the right candidate. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

The firm offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• 401(k)
• PTO

Base Pay Range

$90,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Legal Services and Law Practice