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JR LAW GROUP

Experienced Family Law Paralegal

JR LAW GROUP, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193

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JR LAW GROUP: WHO WE ARE A fast-growing, innovative, and dynamic family law firm, JR Law Group is an exciting and unique place to work. With a culture that reveres comradery and a team‑player approach, it also offers a flexibility that accommodates life and ensures its team members remain inspired and thrive. As a female‑led firm, we take pride in providing competitive and progressive employment packages to all employees, which proudly includes a hybrid work mode and abundant resources and support to ensure the firm, its team members, and the clients we serve all achieve their full potential. We encourage the best possible experience through the divorce process, always with an endless pursuit toward excellence as a company, and for the individual team members and clients.

OUR CORE VALUES

Innovation – We break the mold

Compassion – We care first

Trust – We’ve got you

Respect – Without exception

Accountability – We get it done

Excellence – Endless pursuit

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: EXPERIENCED PARALEGAL JR Law Group is seeking an

Experienced Family Law Paralegal

to join our growing team. This role requires

hands‑on family law experience

and the ability to manage cases independently in a fast‑paced environment. We are not able to train candidates new to the legal field or to family law in this role. If you are a seasoned paralegal who takes pride in your work, values empathy and professionalism, and thrives in a collaborative, high‑performing team, we would love to hear from you.

Minimum Requirements (Applicants who do not meet these requirements will not be considered)

2+ years of

family law paralegal experience

Independent management of court deadlines and attorney calendars

Direct client communication experience

Familiarity with local court rules and procedures

This Role Is Not a Fit For:

Entry‑level applicants

Legal assistants without paralegal experience

Candidates new to family law

Applicants seeking training or mentorship into the legal field

Your Responsibilities: Support to attorneys and staff:

Drafting and filing pleadings

Managing client documents

Managing office calendars

Communicating with clients, courts, and other legal professionals

Coordinating scheduling for mediations, hearings, and other client events

Managing deadlines in all attorney calendars

Saving pleadings and organizing client files

Mailing documents to relevant parties

Managing third‑party delivery services

Updating client matters in PP to include relevant case information

Helping plan and prepare for hearings and trial

Tracking and updating current case status

Providing case status reports to Office Manager and attorneys

Support to clients:

Managing the onboarding and offboarding of clients

Sending clients pleadings (received and filed)

Explaining pleadings and court procedures

Communicating when certain deadlines or calendar events are scheduled or upcoming

Providing clients with status updates on matters

Tracking and managing current client matter status

Answering emails and questions or directing unknown questions to the relevant team member

Providing excellent service to all:

Maintaining positive attitude when faced with complex issues

Being respectful in communications with all, regardless of who they are or which side they are on

Showing empathy through words and actions

Collaborating with team members, clients, and other legal professionals

Adapting to constantly changing circumstances and situations

Having pride in the work you do for the betterment of others

What Sets JR Law Group Apart:

A group of fun, dynamic and collaborative individuals who will welcome you with open arms and provide the support you need to thrive in your career

Extensive mentorship

Flexible billing targets

Generous pay

401k

Medical insurance

Flexible PTO

Reimbursement for remote work setup

Hybrid work environment

A relocation package for those who move to Utah from a different state

A modern, spacious work environment

If this unique opportunity appeals to you, we look forward to hearing from you. Please provide a cover letter and resume with references. If you are interested, please do not hesitate to apply.

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