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Beacon Hill Legal is partnering with a respected law firm in Clayton, Missouri seeking an experienced Family Law Paralegal to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented legal professional who enjoys managing cases from start to finish, supporting attorneys through all phases of litigation, and helping clients navigate sensitive family law matters with professionalism and compassion.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting attorneys in matters involving divorce, child custody, child support, maintenance, guardianships, adoptions, and other domestic relations matters
- Drafting pleadings, motions, correspondence, discovery, and other legal documents for attorney review
- Managing case calendars, tracking deadlines, monitoring court dockets, and coordinating filings through Missouri Case.net
- Preparing, organizing, and reviewing discovery materials and ensuring timely follow-up on outstanding information
- Gathering and summarizing financial records, preparing financial statements, Form 14 calculations, and property division worksheets
- Coordinating hearings, mediations, depositions, and trial preparation, including exhibits, witness materials, and trial binders
- Serving as a primary point of contact for clients while maintaining clear communication with attorneys, opposing counsel, and court personnel
The ideal candidate will have at least three years of family law paralegal experience and a strong understanding of case management, discovery, financial documentation, and Missouri court procedures. Candidates should be comfortable working independently, managing multiple priorities, and producing high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
We’re looking for someone who brings:
- Strong legal drafting, proofreading, and organizational skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to meet competing deadlines
- Experience with electronic filing, legal case management systems, and Microsoft Office
- Excellent communication skills and a professional, client-focused approach
- A proactive mindset, sound judgment, and a collaborative attitude
- Reliability, accountability, and a commitment to delivering excellent work product
Additional experience with Missouri family court litigation, financial disclosures, and trial preparation is highly preferred. This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated paralegal seeking a long-term position with a collaborative and growing legal team.
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