Family Law Paralegal
Johnson Law Group, LLC, Denver, CO, United States
About Us…
At Johnson Law Group, we provide legal services for individuals needing representation in divorce, custody, estate planning, Immigration and criminal matters throughout Colorado. Johnson Law Group provides quality counseling and advocacy to our clients across four Colorado locations & Wyoming and local offices in Chicago, IL & Boca Raton, FL.
Our mission is to provide an exceptional client experience that promotes certainty of their family’s future and reassurance in an emotionally charged process. Each employee plays a vital role in doing that by living our core values of compassion, communication, diligence, honesty, and teamwork & self-responsibility
We are looking for valued employees who will live the Johnson Law Group Way, which includes providing a “wow” experience for clients and employees, continuing to develop and explore new ideas to progress the firm and industry, and providing high-quality legal services.
In this moment, we are seeking an experienced and self-motivated Family Law Paralegal to assist in case management, client communication, and team support. Prior paralegal experience in family law is required.
What you will be doing...
Generally speaking, your tasks as a Family Law Paralegal will include, but not limited to the following:
- Communicating with clients within 24 business hours
- Managing attorneys' calendars
- Drafting/revising/filing documents on ICCES
- Preparing exhibit notebooks
- Assisting in trial preparation
- Assisting with potential client intake calls
- Assisting attorneys and clients with case management and case progression
- Preparing for hearings, mediations, and status conferences
- Drafting documents to be filed with the Court, and filing same
- Reviewing and analyzing financial documentation
- Utilize legal software such as CLIO and Westlaw for case management
- Participating in case meetings and global strategy meetings with other team attorneys
- Performing other tasks requested by members of the team
- Embodying the firm's core values of communication, compassion, diligence, honesty, teamwork, and self-responsibility
What you need to bring...
- Previous experience in family law is required
- Proficiency in using legal software such as Clio and Westlaw is preferred
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail for document management
- Ability to conduct legal research effectively and summarize findings
- Excellent communication skills for client interactions and team collaboration
- Familiarity with courtroom procedures and legal documentation
- Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion
What we offer...
Johnson Law Group strives to provide our employees with a solid work-life balance, as we understand that happy employees have both fulfilling careers and lives beyond our doors. Below are some of the benefits we offer.
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Contribution towards health insurance
- 100% employer paid dental & vision insurance
- 100% employer paid life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- A 401(k)-retirement plan with 4% company matching (eligible after 90 days of service)
- Reimbursement of reasonable Continuing Legal Education programs, Bar Association dues, and annual attorney registration fees.
- Fun & inclusive work environment - working with a team who truly cares about you!
- In Office or hybrid work schedule - we have multiple office locations in the front range from Commerce City to Colorado Springs.
Finally, we have a mentorship program to help further develop your own legal & personal development skills, as well as potential opportunities to mentor other paralegals. In addition to this mentorship program, we have a professional development track for career growth.
Want to work with us...
Would you like to own and build your future with other top performers? Do you want to work for a growing client-centered law firm that is results-oriented and delivers top-notch legal representation? If you answered 'YES!!!', consider a career with JLG!
Please submit your letter of interest & resume TODAY!!