Family Law Paralegal

Job Description

Job Ttitle: Family Law Paralegal

Company: Bliss Law Group


Description: The best Paralegals have a natural talent for managing what others might overlook. Precision, organization, and order aren’t just habits – they’re who you are. You thrive on keeping cases moving smoothly, managing clients, and staying one step ahead of your attorneys.Bliss Law Group (BLG) is expanding! We are now accepting resumes from top-tier Family Law Paralegals to join our team.Responsibilities:
In this highly visible role, you’ll be engaging with clients, drafting documents, performing research, managing calendars, and assisting with mediation and trial preparation, all the while adhering to the rules of professional ethics.You’ll also hold the title of resident magician, miracle worker, and mind reader. Okay, so that last one might be a bit facetious, but a Paralegal who knows a declaration needs to be done and gets a draft to the attorney before the attorney asks for it is indispensable to that attorney.Key Responsibilities Include, but are not limited to:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with BLG attorneys and team members.
• Develop a deep understanding of each client’s story, challenges, and case goals.
• Expertly manage calendars, ensuring deadlines, hearings, and appointments are never missed.
• Maintain meticulously organized client files with standardized naming conventions.
• Draft persuasive pleadings, motions, and declarations.
• Prepare court forms and manage discovery requests.
• Assist attorneys with mediation and trial preparation.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing parties, and third parties.
• Ensure all documents are properly filed and served on time.
• Provide timely and regular case updates to clients.
• Post billings each day.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of five (5) years experience in Family Law matters.
• Working knowledge of Washington Family Law, and Pierce County rules and procedures.
• Proficiency with case management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Client-facing experience.
• Strong drafting skills.
• Polished verbal and written communication.
• Can-do attitude.
• Growth mindset.
• High integrity.

About Company:
Bliss Law Group is a boutique Family Law firm, with offices in Tacoma and Olympia. We are on a vision to change how families separate. Our team’s mission is to be the industry thought-leaders and difference-makers within our local courts and community.Our people are what makes us great, and we are committed to being an organization where careers thrive…But don’t just take our word for it! Bliss Law Group was recently named one of Washington’s Best Workplaces in 2024 by Puget Sound Business Journal!We offer a fun and engaging company culture, competitive pay, robust benefits, and opportunities for growth and advancement.Even as we celebrate hard work and excellence, we emphasize happiness—encouraging a rich, full life outside the office. It’s all part of our commitment to growth, as we strive to bring our best to our clients and each other every day.

Salary:

Location: Tacoma, WA

Date: Tue, 17 Sep 2024 22:12:01 GMT


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