Family Law Paralegal - Gpac
Morris Plains, NJ
About the Job
Job Posting: Experienced Family Law Paralegal
Location: Hackensack, NJ or Parsippany, NJ
Position Type: Full Time, Salaried Position
Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience, plus annual bonus and comprehensive benefits package
Benefits Include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401k contributions
- Paid holidays
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Annual bonuses
- Additional perks
Company Overview: Join a leading law firm specializing in family law. We offer a supportive environment that values professional growth and a people-first culture.
Role Summary: The Paralegal will work closely with an attorney in the Cincinnati Metro Area, supporting clients in line with our core values and vision.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and court orders
- Correspond with clients and prepare spreadsheets/documents for Inventory and Appraisement and Proposed Support Decision
- File pleadings with court clerks
- Coordinate delivery of subpoenas to witnesses and parties
- Conduct intake calls with potential new clients and prepare attorneys for initial consultations (sales experience appreciated)
- Assist attorneys with mediations, depositions, hearings, trials, and conferences
- Draft discovery requests, calendar due dates, and prepare correspondence to opposing counsel/parties
- Help clients comply with discovery requests and compile requested documents
Job Requirements:
- 3+ Years of Paralegal or Legal Assistant experience
- Must be able to conduct interviews with families as needed.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Strong attention to detail, prioritization, problem-solving, and time management skills
- Ability to learn and utilize new software, technology, billing systems, and techniques
- Creativity, flexibility, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
Education and Certification:
- Paralegal certificate or certification preferred but not required
To Apply: Submit your confidential resume to Casey.cannon@gogpac.com
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.