Apple Macs, Calendar Management, Case Management, Child Support, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Family Law, Financial Regulations, Google Apps, Legal, Mac Operating System, Organizational Skills, Paralegal, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Time Management, Writing Skills
Position Summary A small, established Florida family law firm (3 attorneys) is seeking a skilled and dependable Family Law Paralegal. This is a key role with direct responsibility for case management, drafting, and client communication in a fast-paced but supportive environment.
Responsibilities
- Draft pleadings and correspondence in accordance with the FL Family Law Rules of Procedure
- Prepare and review Family Law Financial Affidavits (Short & Long Form)
- Draft and respond to mandatory disclosure and discovery
- Assist with preparation of Parenting Plans and child support guidelines worksheets
- Calculate deadlines and manage court calendars in compliance with Florida rules
- E-file pleadings through the Florida Courts E-Filing Portal
- Coordinate hearings, mediations, and depositions
- Organize exhibits and assist attorneys with trial preparation
- Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, and judicial assistants
Qualifications
- Minimum 2+ years of Florida family law experience preferred
- Strong familiarity with Florida family law procedures and local court practices
- Experience with financial affidavits, mandatory disclosure, and discovery
- Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines independently
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, etc.)
- Experience with Mac OS, MyCase, and Divorce Power Analyzer is a plus
Preferred Skills
- Experience preparing child support calculations
- Familiarity with mediation procedures and trial prep in Florida family courts
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
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