What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Law Paralegal position at Armstrong, Roth, Whitley, Johnstone Family Law?
Seeking a Paralegal to Join our Team
Armstrong Roth Whitley Johnstone Family Law (ARWJ) is looking for a full-time paralegal to join our team. In this position, we are looking for someone to support our attorneys in all phases of a family law case.
ARWJ is a well-respected family law firm serving clients throughout New Mexico. We pride ourselves on providing our clients with excellent service and compassionate representation with our over fifty years of combined legal experience.
We are looking for someone with a minimum of a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of work experience as a paralegal or other comparable employment position. Family law experience is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities for this position will include:
Drafting and preparing pleadings for filing, interacting with and handling client inquiries, gathering information relevant to legal matters, assisting attorneys with discovery requests, assisting in trial and hearing preparations, scheduling meetings and hearings, interacting with Court staff, and performing other duties as assigned.
The skills we look for in our paralegals are:
Excellent organizational skills and ability to handle deadlines in a fast-paced environment, strong communication skills to include writing ability, ability to work well under pressure, knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Excel and Word and ability to process and format complex documents, and the ability to learn and adapt to our client management software.
Benefits will include (after the probationary period):
401(k) with employer matching
Health insurance
Paid Time Off
Monday through Friday work week
Short/Long term disability and group life insurance
Pay to be determined commensurate with experience
Salary : $22 - $27