Paralegal

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Honduras.

📋 Description

• Prepare pleadings, motions, certifications, discovery, correspondence, and other Family Law documents under the guidance of an attorney.

• Organize and prepare documents related to divorce, custody, child support, alimony, parenting time, and other matters pertaining to New Jersey Family Law.

• Support attorneys in case preparation, discovery, trial preparation, and court filings.

• Review and systematically organize client information, financial records, and supporting documents.

• Conduct legal research and assist in identifying relevant New Jersey statutes, court rules, and case law.

• Keep precise case files, track deadlines, manage calendars, and utilize case-management systems effectively.

• Collaborate with attorneys, clients, courts, and opposing counsel as instructed.

• Examine legal documents for accuracy, completeness, formatting, and consistency.

• Aid in the organization and preparation of discovery materials and responses.

• Monitor case deadlines, court dates, filing requirements, and other significant case milestones.

• Organize and sustain electronic case files and supporting documentation.

• Assist attorneys in preparing materials for hearings, conferences, mediations, and trials.

• Relay case-related information and follow-up items to attorneys and relevant parties as instructed.

• Uphold strict confidentiality when managing sensitive client information and family law matters.

• Perform additional paralegal and case-support tasks as assigned by the supervising attorney.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Family Law Paralegal.

• Extensive experience in drafting New Jersey Family Law pleadings and legal documents.

• Familiarity with New Jersey Family Court procedures, rules, and filing requirements.

• Experience in supporting cases related to divorce, custody, child support, alimony, parenting time, and other Family Law concerns.

• Proficient legal research and writing abilities.

• Capability to identify and investigate relevant New Jersey statutes, court rules, and case law.

• Exceptional proofreading and document-review capabilities.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

• Ability to handle multiple cases, deadlines, and priorities with minimal supervision.

• Keen attention to detail and accuracy.

• Capacity to manage confidential and sensitive information with professionalism.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently while adhering to attorney directives and established procedures.

• Experience with legal case-management software is preferred.

• Paralegal certification or relevant legal education is advantageous.

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement.