Family Law Paralegal

Paralegal – Family Law

We are currently seeking candidates for a Family Law Paralegal opportunity with an elite law firm specializing in family law, located in Needham, MA. The Litigation Paralegal will support attorneys in all phases of family law litigation, including divorce, child custody, property settlements, and marital agreements. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience working as a litigation paralegal within family law, and prior experience with Rules 401 and 410 is required.

The role is a direct‑hire opportunity with a salary range of $95,000‑$105,000 per year, and it supports an onsite work model.

• Collaborate with attorneys, providing support across all parts of family law litigation, including divorce, child custody, marriage agreements, and property settlements.
• Demonstrate strong understanding of, and experience with, Rules 401 and 410.
• Promote open lines of communication with the court, clients, opposing counsel, and experts on behalf of attorneys.
• Organize and maintain clients’ electronic files and legal documents, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Perform legal research, manage attorney calendars, and ensure court deadlines are met.
• Draft legal forms, pleadings, and other documents for court filing.
• Contribute to discovery, including document collection, review, and production.
• Prepare attorneys for trials, depositions, and hearings by creating necessary pleadings, trial notes, and exhibit binders.
• Prepare and revise pleadings and other court documents following required manual and e‑filing processes.
• Handle financial statements and child support guidelines.
• Provide additional support as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Paralegal Certificate a plus, but not required.
• 5+ years of experience as a litigation paralegal working in family law.
• Familiarity with Massachusetts local rules and courts.
• Strong understanding of complex billing procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Professional, client‑focused attitude with a “can‑do” approach.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong writing, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

For immediate consideration, send your resume to Jackson at

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level |

Employment type:

Full‑time | Job function:
Business Development | Industries:
Staffing and Recruiting