Quick Overview
Job Description
Location: Coconut Grove, Miami, FL (in-office)
About Miami Family Law Group
Miami Family Law Group is a growing family law firm focused on delivering high-quality legal support and excellent client service during some of the most important moments in our clients’ lives. We are looking for an experienced Family Law Litigation Paralegal who is organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and confident managing litigation matters in a fast-moving environment.
This is a great opportunity for a strong paralegal who enjoys ownership, takes pride in producing accurate work, and wants to be part of a professional, team-oriented firm where their experience truly matters.
About the Role
The Family Law Litigation Paralegal will work closely with attorneys to support active family law matters from case opening through litigation. This role requires strong drafting skills, attention to deadlines, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high standard of quality and client care.
The ideal candidate is calm under pressure, highly organized, and comfortable taking initiative in a structured legal environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support attorneys in family law litigation matters
- Draft, prepare, and revise pleadings, discovery, motions, subpoenas, notices, and correspondence
- Prepare financial affidavits and assist with document collection and case organization
- Manage case files, deadlines, court dates, and litigation calendars
- Coordinate filings and service of documents
- Communicate with clients, courts, opposing counsel, and third parties in a professional manner
- Assist attorneys with hearing, mediation, deposition, and trial preparation
- Maintain accurate case information and documentation in Clio or other case management systems
- Help ensure files are moving forward efficiently and no deadlines are missed
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of litigation paralegal experience
- Strong drafting experience with pleadings, discovery, and litigation support documents
- Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple active cases and deadlines effectively
- Professional written and verbal communication skills
- Experience working in a fast-paced legal environment
- Ability to work in-office in Coconut Grove
Preferred Qualifications
- Family law experience
- Experience with Clio
- Spanish-speaking ability
What We’re Looking For
- A paralegal who is dependable, responsive, and highly organized
- Someone who can anticipate needs, stay ahead of deadlines, and follow through
- A professional who takes ownership of their work and values accuracy
- A team player who communicates well and contributes to a positive office environment
$65,000 - $90,0000 - The total compensation range, including bonus opportunities, will be based on the candidate’s years of experience.
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement
PTO + CLE budget for continuing education