Long Hagan Huff-Harris · 1 day ago
Family Law Paralegal
Long Hagan Huff-Harris is a growing Family Law, Trusts and Estates, and Business Law Firm located in Massachusetts. The Family Law Paralegal will perform various duties under the supervision of attorneys, including managing client files, preparing legal documents, and assisting clients throughout the legal process.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
File and e-file legal documents
Help attorneys prepare for court hearings and trials
Assist with discovery and reviewing discovery documents
Communicate with clients over the phone, as well as through physical and digital correspondence, to obtain information or provide updates
Compose and send correspondence to opposing counsels and other necessary parties
Manage and organize department calendars
Schedule meetings with clients, opposing counsel, and team members
Obtain and organize financial information and client records
Transcribe communications with clients and other parties as needed
Meticulously manage, organize, and scan important documents using firm software
Scan, organize, and upload documents to the firm’s client portal
Prepare documents for mailing and work cross-functionally with departments to ensure their timely delivery
Assist other paralegals and attorneys with tasks, as needed
Qualification
Required
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Self-starter with superior attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to multitask and manage various deadlines
Strong work ethic
Focus to see tasks through to completion in a fast-paced environment
Maintain positive contact with clients, attorneys, and staff
Observe confidentiality of client matters
Comfortable going to court to file petitions and pleadings
Interact with clerks and courtroom staff
Respond to emergencies
Assist with discovery and reviewing discovery documents
Prepare client financial statements
Help attorneys prepare for Court hearings and trials
Track and enter billable time daily
Manage the department calendar and scheduling
Internal data collection
Various other administrative tasks as assigned
Excellent Customer Service Skills
Superior Attention to Detail
Organized and Systematic
Communicative and Collaborative
Self-Motivated and Self-Assured
Strong Computer and Technology Skills
Ability to Manage Up
Compassionate and Caring
Preferred
At least 1 year of experience as a paralegal
Previous family law experience
Benefits
Vacation, Personal, Sick Paid Time Off
Most Massachusetts Holidays Off, Paid
401K Company Matching (Up to 4%)
50% Employer Paid Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
FSA & Dependent Care Savings Accounts
Life Insurance
Continuous Professional Development
Notary Oath and Renewal Fees Reimbursement
Hybrid Work Schedule