Paralegal - Virginia Beach, United States - Butterfly Staffing

Description

Job Description

Butterfly Staffing is recruiting an experienced Family Law Paralegal for our esteemed law firm client in Virginia Beach, Virginia. We are seeking a dedicated professional to meet the needs of both our clients and attorneys. If you have a background in family law and are ready for a new challenge, we invite you to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and correspondence related to family law cases.
• Organize and manage case files, ensuring all necessary documents and information are accurately maintained and readily accessible.
• Communicate with clients regularly, providing updates on case status, answering inquiries, and addressing concerns.
• Interface with courts, opposing counsel, and other involved parties to schedule hearings, trials, and meetings.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings between attorneys, clients, and other parties involved in the legal process.
• Meet monthly billing requirements, accurately tracking billable hours and ensuring timely submission of invoices.

Qualifications:

• 3 years of family law practice experience in Virginia required.
• Proficient in drafting pleadings and motions, ensuring compliance with legal standards.
• Court Procedures: Familiarity with local court filing procedures and knowledge of family law court processes.

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective client interaction and court correspondence.
• Great attention to detail to ensure accuracy in legal documents and case management.
• Effective problem-solving abilities to navigate complex legal issues.
• Works well in a team environment, collaborating with attorneys and legal staff.
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently when required.
• A good listener to understand client needs and concerns.
• Ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and manage workload efficiently.
• Proactive in planning ahead for anticipated demands in family law cases.