Family Law Paralegal

Job Description

At Tabono Law, we specialize in family law and understand that our work impacts people’s lives in meaningful ways.  We live out our law firm’s values of unity, confidence, hard work, and strength. That’s why we hire individuals with strong legal expertise and confidence to meet our clients’ needs and excel at our firm.  We believe in a unified approach to supporting our clients, employees, and community.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do:

You’ll play a key role in keeping our cases – and our team – running smoothly.  Below is a list of basic job responsibilities:

  • Managing case files, court deadlines, and calendars
  • Filing documents with the court (electronically and in person)
  • Drafting and organizing legal documents like petitions, motions, discovery, briefs, trial notebooks, and hearing memoranda
  • Communicating with clients, opposing counsel, and court staff
  • Supporting our attorneys with day-to-day case management
  • Preparing cases for hearings, mediations, and trials

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

  • Previous experience as a legal assistant and paralegal, ideally in family law
  • Someone who is organized, dependable, and enjoys client interaction
  • A team player who pitches in, shares ideas, and is energetic and optimistic
  • Experience with case management software, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Clio
  • A strong, confident and can-do attitude who enjoys working with other highly motivated firm members

Benefits

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

  • Supportive and positive team culture, with regular team-building events
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • 401(k) retirement benefits with match
  • Opportunities to grow professionally and to make a community impact, including volunteering with local organizations
  • Work that really matters – we make a difference in our clients’ lives

Job Type

Full-time, Hourly

Pay

Competitive, based on experience

Work days

Monday – Friday