Family Law Paralegal

Company Description

Jetton & Meredith, PLLC is a dedicated law firm serving Charlotte and the greater Mecklenburg County area, providing personalized legal services in family law, criminal defense, personal injury, and civil litigation. The firm's mission is to positively impact lives and strengthen the community through the justice system. Known for their innovative and client-focused approach, the attorneys at Jetton & Meredith strive to deliver effective resolutions tailored to each client's unique circumstances.

Their compassionate and resourceful team values trust and advocacy, helping clients navigate legal challenges with confidence.

Job description:

Family, criminal, and PI law firm in uptown Charlotte seeks an experienced full-time family law paralegal. This position involves working closely with the family law team on scheduling, file management, client correspondence and consultations, and trial preparation. The paralegal supports the attorneys throughout all phases of the department’s cases.

Essential Duties:

· Maintains all administrative standards set by the firm, including preparation and submittal of daily time entries, attendance at administrative meetings, and other administrative tasks as assigned

· Utilizes the firm’s software and technology to update and maintain client information

· Manages multiple deadline-sensitive projects and applies various procedural guidelines of differing jurisdictions as they pertain to family law transactions

· Files documents and makes Courthouse runs

· Demonstrates working knowledge of existing case status, involved player roles and relationships, and pertinent deadlines

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Paralegal: 3-5 year of experience in family law litigation

Work Location: In person