Paralegal

  • Full-time, in-office
  • Monday to Friday – 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  • Stamford, Connecticut


 

Position Summary:
Stamford based matrimonial firm, Siegel, Colin & Kaufman, P.C seeks experienced paralegal assistant with demonstrated interest in family law to join its busy practice. Responsibilities include drafting pleadings, agreements and complex financial affidavits; tracking and organizing document production; hearing and trial preparation; and daily client contact.

The successful candidate will be capable of managing a heavy and complex workload that requires knowledge of family practice, including court procedures and filing requirements and adherence to internal compliance policies (e.g. conflicts of interest, privacy, deadline docketing, etc.). 

 

Responsibilities:

  • Draft, edit, format and proofread a variety of legal and financial filings;
  • File management and organization (both digital and paper), including gathering relevant documents from the client and producing same. Establish and maintain client files in a timely manner using established firm protocols;
  • Coordinate and track attorney schedules regarding internal appointments and Court appearances.


Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred;
  • Two to four years of experience at a law firm, family law practice preferred;
  • Excellent verbal, written, organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills;
  • Outstanding client service and decision-making skills;
  • Ability to accurately draft and interpret legal documents;
  • Ability to interpret and analyze financial documents;
  • Familiarity with Superior Court procedures and standing orders; 
  • Ability to work independently while also contributing to a team environment;
  • Demonstrate a high degree of professionalism, confidentiality, discretion and decorum;
  • Able to anticipate and respond to attorney and client needs and follow-up when appropriate;
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint), PDF scanning, Electronic Court Filing Systems, and ability to learn and use advanced software applications. Experience with Centerbase and NetDocs software preferred.


 

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary, commensurate with experience;
  • 401(k);
  • Medical/Dental/Vision insurance;
  • Paid vacation and sick time;
  • Parental leave;
  • Free gym in the building.


If interested please send your resume to deborah@scklawct.com