Abrams Fensterman
Family / Matrimonial Law Paralegal
Abrams Fensterman, Brooklyn, New York, United States, 11201
Family / Matrimonial Law Paralegal
Our legal team is dedicated to providing clients with high-quality counsel, innovative solutions, and personalized service. Established in 2000, our firm has grown to include over 115 attorneys with extensive experience and strong problem-solving skills developed over decades of practice.
We are a dynamic, fast-paced, and expanding full-service law firm seeking a Paralegal to join our Family Law / Matrimonial Department in Brooklyn. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant and a strong interest in family and matrimonial law.
Key Responsibilities:
* Draft and prepare motions, pleadings, judgments, statements, and other legal documents, including debt and asset lists, child support worksheets, and responsive pleadings
* Act as a liaison between clients and attorneys, including conducting client interviews
* Prepare trial notebooks and assist during trials as needed
* Compile and review discovery packages, including disclosure statements, interrogatories, and document production
* Maintain detailed calendars using Outlook and coordinate scheduling of internal and external meetings
* Serve pleadings, discovery documents, and demands
* Assist with litigation document preparation
* Plan and schedule appointments
* Answer inbound phone calls
* Maintain organized filing systems (electronic and physical)
* Perform general office and administrative tasks as needed
* Handle court filings, including e-filing in Family Court, state, and federal courts
* Track court dates and deadlines
* Review bank statements and financial documents
* Manage a heavy caseload while maintaining a high level of organization
* Request conflict checks, open new client matters, submit electronic approvals, and assist with administrative tasks
* Use MS Office applications, including Excel, as well as Westlaw and ProLaw
* Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, and staff
* Complete other ad hoc projects as required
Required Knowledge, Skills & Attributes:
* 2-4 years of experience as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant, preferably in family or matrimonial law
* Paralegal certificate required
* Strong organizational and time-management skills
* Experience reviewing financial and disclosure documents
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work independently
* Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and other office software
* Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
* Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys and staff
Compensation and Benefits:
* Salary range: $55,000-$70,000, commensurate with experience
* Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, and more
* Position based in Brooklyn, NY
Our legal team is dedicated to providing clients with high-quality counsel, innovative solutions, and personalized service. Established in 2000, our firm has grown to include over 115 attorneys with extensive experience and strong problem-solving skills developed over decades of practice.
We are a dynamic, fast-paced, and expanding full-service law firm seeking a Paralegal to join our Family Law / Matrimonial Department in Brooklyn. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant and a strong interest in family and matrimonial law.
Key Responsibilities:
* Draft and prepare motions, pleadings, judgments, statements, and other legal documents, including debt and asset lists, child support worksheets, and responsive pleadings
* Act as a liaison between clients and attorneys, including conducting client interviews
* Prepare trial notebooks and assist during trials as needed
* Compile and review discovery packages, including disclosure statements, interrogatories, and document production
* Maintain detailed calendars using Outlook and coordinate scheduling of internal and external meetings
* Serve pleadings, discovery documents, and demands
* Assist with litigation document preparation
* Plan and schedule appointments
* Answer inbound phone calls
* Maintain organized filing systems (electronic and physical)
* Perform general office and administrative tasks as needed
* Handle court filings, including e-filing in Family Court, state, and federal courts
* Track court dates and deadlines
* Review bank statements and financial documents
* Manage a heavy caseload while maintaining a high level of organization
* Request conflict checks, open new client matters, submit electronic approvals, and assist with administrative tasks
* Use MS Office applications, including Excel, as well as Westlaw and ProLaw
* Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, and staff
* Complete other ad hoc projects as required
Required Knowledge, Skills & Attributes:
* 2-4 years of experience as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant, preferably in family or matrimonial law
* Paralegal certificate required
* Strong organizational and time-management skills
* Experience reviewing financial and disclosure documents
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work independently
* Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and other office software
* Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
* Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys and staff
Compensation and Benefits:
* Salary range: $55,000-$70,000, commensurate with experience
* Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, and more
* Position based in Brooklyn, NY