Butterfly Staffing is recruiting an experienced Family Law Paralegal for our esteemed law firm client in Virginia Beach, Virginia. We are seeking a dedicated professional to meet the needs of both our clients and attorneys. If you have a background in family law and are ready for a new challenge, we invite you to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and correspondence related to family law cases.

• Organize and manage case files, ensuring all necessary documents and information are accurately maintained and readily accessible.

• Communicate with clients regularly, providing updates on case status, answering inquiries, and addressing concerns.

• Interface with courts, opposing counsel, and other involved parties to schedule hearings, trials, and meetings.

• Schedule and coordinate meetings between attorneys, clients, and other parties involved in the legal process.

• Meet monthly billing requirements, accurately tracking billable hours and ensuring timely submission of invoices.

Qualifications:

• 3 years of family law practice experience in Virginia required.

• Proficient in drafting pleadings and motions, ensuring compliance with legal standards.

• Court Procedures: Familiarity with local court filing procedures and knowledge of family law court processes.

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective client interaction and court correspondence.

• Great attention to detail to ensure accuracy in legal documents and case management.

• Effective problem-solving abilities to navigate complex legal issues.

• Works well in a team environment, collaborating with attorneys and legal staff.

• Demonstrates the ability to work independently when required.

• A good listener to understand client needs and concerns.

• Ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and manage workload efficiently.

• Proactive in planning ahead for anticipated demands in family law cases.