Benefits/Perks
Competitive salary based upon training, education, experience and proficiency in other language(s)
Health insurance
Progressive PTO package
Education Assistance Program
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated, experienced paralegal to join our team as a Family Law Case Manager / Litigation Paralegal. In this role, you will support an attorney/litigation team in all phases of the family law litigation process. You will be responsible for tracking and managing time-sensitive tasks/deadlines. You will perform legal research, conduct interviews, file documents, and attend trials. The ideal candidate is hardworking, well-organized, detail-oriented and collaborative.
Responsibilities The Family Law Case Manager/Litigation Paralegal shall perform the following functions under the supervision of the litigation team's lead attorney:
Case Management
Manage litigation team's trial/pretrial calendar
Manage attorney calendars
Track progress of family cases from client intake to final resolution
Attend/observe court sessions and record important information, as needed
Manage client case files
Assist with discovery requests
Assist with maintaining and assembling trial exhibits
Supervise other legal/administrative staff assigned to the litigation team
Client communication
Maintain regular communication with client; provide regular case updates, address inquiries
Communication with other law firms (attorneys and legal staff), clerk's offices and witnesses
Prepare case-specific documents, including memoranda and briefs
Ensure that case-related documents are well organized and available for review
Paralegal Support
Draft basic legal documents, legal memorandum and correspondence
Conduct legal research and investigation, as needed
File documents; manage litigation team's on-line filing systems
Provide general administrative support
Assist attorneys prepare for trial/hearings
Qualifications
Spanish speaker preferred
Experience: 5-10 years previous experience as a Litigation Paralegal or similar role is required
Training: Certification or degree as a Paralegal required
Education: Associate degree required. Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Familiarity with legal procedures, terminology, and the court system
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Highly organized with document management experience
Excellent research skills
Comfortable Microsoft Office and case management software
Ability to multitask and work well under pressure
About the Firm: Bourdon & Tortolero, PLLC is full-service family law litigation firm. With offices in Alexandria, VA and Annapolis, MD, the firm serves clients throughout the Washington, DC - Maryland - Northern Virginia area.