Paralegal-Family & Matrimonial Law Jobs

Paralegal - Matrimonial and Family Law

The Colwell Law Group is a fast-paced, rapidly growing law firm with multiple beautiful locations in Guilderland, Saratoga, and Syracuse, New York. We have an opening for an experienced Paralegal with the ability to perform delegated substantive legal work. The ideal candidate is an experienced, friendly, and detail-oriented paralegal comfortable having frequent contact with attorneys, legal staff, clients, vendors, and courts. This position requires excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently as well as be part of the support staff team.

We offer:

• A work-life balance
• An open-door approach fostering a collaborative atmosphere
• Excellent compensation and benefits
• An outstanding and compassionate legal team
• A positive, supportive, and goal-driven environment

Compensation: $40,000 - $60,000 yearly

$40,000 - $60,000 yearly

• Managing attorney's calendars
• Electronically filing court documents
• Meeting billable requirements and goals
• Completing tasks assigned by attorneys
• Administrative and clerical duties such as: answering phones, drafting and preparing documents, organizing files, and tracking appointments and billing

To be considered for this position the candidate should possess the following skills/experience:

• Reliable transportation
• Understanding of deadlines as provided by the court and supervising attorneys and the ability to self-prioritize multiple assignments consistent with those deadlines
• Knowledge of software (i.e. Clio, Westlaw, Lexis, etc.) and understanding of a multi-line phone system preferred
• Experience in drafting matrimonial documents
• Ability to work independently and take direction when given, while being in a stressful, fast-paced environment
• Must be a team player
• Strong writing skills and the ability to effectively communicate with clients and opposing counsel are required
• Law firm experience, a minimum of 2 years of paralegal experience

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Pet Benefit
• Vacation & Holiday Pay
• Vision/Rx
• 401(k) Matching
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance

Contact

Adrienne O'Neill

(518) 462-4242 ext 132