LLOYD & ASSOCIATES ARE LOOKING FOR A FAMILY LAW PARALEGAL! 

The Family Law Paralegal will assist attorney(s) by providing communication and legal support services including document preparation and review; gathering of information and preparation of discovery; communication with clients and witnesses; investigations and fact checking; and trial preparation.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Meets with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects.
• Drafts legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures.

• Prepares, organizes, stores, and retrieves case files, which may include evidence, exhibits, depositions, pleadings, exhibits, and other items.
• Assists attorneys with trial preparation, which may include attending trials and hearings.
• Develops and maintains records regarding billable hours spent on specific cases.
• Performs eFiling of relevant documents to ensure timely and accurate submission. Researches and analyzes statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys.
• Interviews clients and witnesses and prepares summaries of their statements.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, court pleadings and processes, and other related matters.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment.

• Ability to self-motivate and function autonomously.
• Eager to learn new processes and adapt to firm’s methods.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or related field preferred.
• Paralegal certificate preferred.
• Three or more years related experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Contact phone and email: Soheyla Dixon 940-381-2600 or soheyla@lloydcounsel.com

Lloyd & Associates, PLLC is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. L&A prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. L&A conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.