Family Law Paralegal
Paralegal
Paramus, New Jersey
Direct Hire
We are seeking an experienced Family Law Paralegal with New Jersey experience for our client in Paramus, NJ. This is an exciting role in a fast paced, family-law practice which requires strong familiarity with NJ procedures, financial disclosures, communication skills, and court filing systems and deadlines. This position is direct hire and in-office.Key Responsibilities
- Help Draft and prepare New Jersey family-law pleadings and correspondence, including:
- Complaints, Answers, and Counterclaims
- Motions, Certifications, and proposed Orders
- Case Information Statements (CIS) and supporting schedules
- Discovery demands and responses
- Assist with divorce, custody, parenting-time, support, equitable distribution, and post-judgment matters
- Prepare, organize, and review financial documentation (tax returns, pay stubs, bank and investment statements)
- Coordinate filings and service through NJ eCourts / JEDS
- Track Family Part deadlines, motion cycles, discovery schedules, and court dates
- Communicate professionally with clients, court staff, and opposing counsel Assist with mediation scheduling, Early Settlement Panel (ESP), and trial preparation
- Enter and manage matters in the firm's case-management system (LEAP)
Required Qualifications
- 2+ years of New Jersey family-law paralegal experience
- Strong experience preparing and reviewing Case Information Statements (CIS)
- Working knowledge of NJ Family Part rules and procedures
- Excellent drafting, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to manage confidential and emotionally sensitive matters in a professional manner
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; case-management software experience preferred
Direct Hire, Monday-Friday, 9-5
In office
