Family Law Legal Assistant

Family Law Paralegal – Coral Gables, FL Join Our Growing Family Law Team Castellon, Laurent & Schlesinger, LLC is seeking a motivated, organized, and detail-oriented Family Law Paralegal to join our growing litigation team. We are looking for someone who is proactive, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is passionate about helping clients navigate difficult family law matters. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, works well independently and as part of a team, and is committed to providing exceptional support to our attorneys and outstanding service to our clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage family law cases from intake through final resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, notices, financial affidavits, mandatory disclosures, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, settlement agreements, parenting plans, and final judgments.
• Prepare hearing, mediation, and trial notebooks, exhibits, witness lists, and other litigation materials.
• Coordinate hearings, mediations, depositions, and court appearances.
• Maintain attorney calendars and ensure all deadlines are met.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, judicial assistants, and court personnel.
• Organize and review financial records, discovery, and case documents.
• Prepare and electronically file pleadings through the Florida E-Filing Portal.
• Assist attorneys with trial preparation and courtroom support.
• Maintain accurate billing entries and case management records.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Family Law Paralegal is preferred.
• Fluent in English and Spanish (spoken and written) is required.
• Knowledge of Florida family law procedures and court rules.
• Experience drafting family law pleadings, motions, financial affidavits, discovery, notices, and other legal documents.
• Experience with the Florida E-Filing Portal.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple cases and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and staff.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, and Excel); experience with legal case management software is a plus.
• Professional, dependable, client-focused, and able to maintain strict confidentiality.

What We're Looking ForThe ideal candidate is:

• A self-starter who takes initiative and requires minimal supervision.
• Highly organized and able to manage a busy caseload.
• Professional, dependable, and solution-oriented.
• Compassionate and empathetic when working with clients experiencing difficult family situations.
• Able to remain calm and efficient under pressure.
• Committed to producing high-quality work with excellent attention to detail.
• A positive team player with a strong work ethic and willingness to grow with the firm.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Paid time off and firm holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• A collaborative, supportive, and team-oriented work environment.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of clients during some of the most important moments of their lives.

To ApplyPlease submit your resume.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Experience:

• Family Law Paralegal : 3 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Coral Gables, FL 33134: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person