Family Law Paralegal
hace 8 días
West Palm Beach
Job Description Join Our Team as a Paralegal We’re a team of A-players who 10X everything! Are you passionate about the legal field and excited to make a real impact? At Cabanas Law Firm, we are guided by our core values of Semper Fidelis, Deliver a Wow, Embrace Change, Pursue Growth, and Maximize Potential, ensuring that every staff member receives personalized, compassionate, and true work-life balance, designed with you in mind. We offer a dynamic, collaborative environment where your voice is valued. We’re seeking a skilled Paralegal who’s eager to learn and contribute to our success. If you thrive on meaningful challenges, value teamwork, and want to work in a supportive company that invests in your development, you belong here. Are you ready to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment where your work doesn’t just make an impact but 10x’s the value you bring to clients’ lives every day? Why You’ll Love Working With Us: • Career Growth: Advance your skills with mentorship, ongoing training, and clear paths for promotion., • Inclusive & Welcoming Team: Join a diverse, family-owned, and friendly workplace where everyone’s contribution is respected., • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible work arrangements and a culture that prioritizes your well-being., • Competitive Compensation: Transparent salary structure, performance bonuses, and comprehensive health benefits., • Meaningful Work: Create meaningful impact for clients and the community every day. Benefits: • 401(k) Matching, • Health Insurance, • Vison Insurance, • Dental Insurance, • Disability Insurance, • Life Insurance, • Paid Holidays, • Paid Time Off (PTO), • Gym Reimbursement, • Elite Package Program, • Legal Bonus Program, • Referral Bonus, • Relocation Package available Schedule: • 8-hour shift, • Monday to Friday Ability to Commute: • Office locations in South Florida may be necessary according to the needs of the firm. Work Location: In-person and Hybrid We’re excited to welcome a dedicated and detail-oriented Paralegal to our team! If you have experience in Family Law and are ready to contribute your expertise in a supportive and dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and show us how your skills can help drive our success! Compensation: $75,000 - $85,000 DOE Responsibilities: • Complete all tasks assigned by the attorney by the due date or proactively document in the case management system., • Ensure all client matters have the next task entered into the case management system., • Ensure every client receives a legal update every 21 Days, at a minimum., • Respond to client and case-related phone calls and emails within 24 business hours., • Manage the caseload so all cases are completed as quickly and efficiently as possible., • Prepare and draft family law documents, including petitions, responses, discovery requests/responses, declarations, financial disclosures, and settlement agreements., • Assist attorneys in all phases of the litigation process, including discovery, pre-trial preparation, trial support, and post-trial procedures., • File legal documents with family courts (e-filing and physical filing)., • Maintain case files and calendars, ensuring deadlines are tracked and met., • Manage calendars, deadlines, and appointments related to legal cases., • Schedule court hearings, mediations, and appointments., • Draft correspondence to opposing counsel, courts, and clients., • Perform legal research as needed for case development., • Ensure all documents are properly sorted and easy to locate, and perform other administrative duties as needed., • Support attorneys with administrative tasks as needed. Qualifications:, • 3 + years of experience as a paralegal in family law., • Associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree preferred., • Excellent client communication skills., • High emotional intelligence and empathy when dealing with sensitive client matters to fit our work culture., • Familiarity with local, state, legal terminology, court rules, and federal family law court procedures., • Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management software (e.g., Rocket Matter, Family Law Software, Excel)., • Strong diligence and organizational skills., • Ability to multitask, manage a high-volume caseload, and work independently., • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities., • Ability to work independently and as part of a team., • Must be able to pass pre-employment screening (background)., • Fluent in English and Spanish. Preferred Skills: • Experience with legal billing or time tracking., • Notary Public (optional but beneficial). About Company Why This Rocks • You are the heartbeat of the office, • You keep high-stakes days running smoothly, • You help attorneys stay sharp, focused, and on time, • You bring calm and confidence to clients during difficult moments If you love creating order and great client experiences… You’ll thrive here. We Offer • Competitive pay, • A positive, high-performance culture, • A team that values and respects strong support staff, • Opportunities to grow as we expand statewide, • A professional environment with high standards and no drama This is an active, essential position inside a premium legal brand.