Senior Family Law Paralegal
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on9261, East Flathorn Drive, Scottsdale, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85255, United States
About Gravis Law
Gravis Law, PLLC serves people and communities across the nation by providing uncomplicated access to world-class legal services. Since 2019, Inc. Magazine has recognized Gravis Law as one of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies. For the second year in a row, the firm was ranked No. 1 as the Fastest-Growing Law Firm on its annual Inc. 5000 list.
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Family Law Paralegal to join our collaborative, team-oriented culture in our Scottsdale office. In this role, you will perform a variety of paralegal and administrative tasks with a higher degree of independence than other support staff. You will support local attorneys by assisting with case planning, development, and management, conducting legal research, and drafting complex legal documents.
As a Senior Paralegal, you are expected to exercise leadership by coordinating work, training, and mentoring internal office staff. You will play a key role in maintaining our reputation among clients, opposing counsel, judges, and colleagues. The successful candidate will have a passion for family law and be motivated to help create a pleasant workplace while managing complex job duties efficiently.
Benefits & Culture
Gravis Law offers a professional work environment with a competitive salary, bonuses, and generous benefits. We are committed to equal pay and provide a supportive culture that encourages growth. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a 401(k) plan with company matching. Employees enjoy paid flexible time off (80 hours annually for vacation/sick days), paid federal holidays, and up to 16 hours of paid volunteer time off annually. Paralegals are also eligible to participate in the Paralegal Bonus Program.
Application Instructions
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your experience in family law and your relevant paralegal certification. Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of paralegal experience and a paralegal certificate. We look forward to reviewing your application and discussing how you can contribute to our fast-growing team.
Work location
Work model: On-site
9261, East Flathorn Drive, Scottsdale, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85255, United States
Scottsdale, Arizona
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleManage attorney dockets to ensure all deadlines are met in a timely manner
- check_circleDraft letters, briefs, memorandums, discovery, and other legal documents
- check_circleConduct legal research and assist with case planning and development
- check_circleCover front desk and phone duties to ensure prompt and professional client service
- check_circleFile and e-file briefs, memorandums, discovery, and other legal documents
- check_circleCoordinate work, training, and mentoring of internal office and administrative staff
- check_circleAssist attorneys with preparation for client meetings, depositions, mediations, and trials
- check_circleContribute to and maintain standard operating procedures, forms, and workflow improvements
- check_circleCommunicate regularly with clients to provide updates and superior service
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Requirements
- verifiedHigh school diploma, GED or equivalent education
- verifiedParalegal certificate
- verified5+ years of Paralegal experience
- verifiedComputer proficiency (Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Teams and Outlook)
- verifiedBachelor's degree preferred
Nice to Have
College graduate with bachelor's degree. Demonstrated organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to juggle multiple mandates. Excellent analytical skills with the ability to use data and experience-based instinct to make decisions. Positive and professional demeanor with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, dental, vision, and life insurancecheck_circle401(k) plan with company matchingcheck_circle80 hours annually for Vacation/Sick dayscheck_circlePaid Federal HolidaysUp to 16 hours annually for Paid Volunteer Time Off
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, Paralegal Certificate.
Education: High school diploma, GED or equivalent education required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Senior Family Law Paralegal at Gravis Law, PLLC
What does a Senior Family Law Paralegal at Gravis Law, PLLC do?expand_more
A Senior Family Law Paralegal at Gravis Law, PLLC is responsible for the following: Manage attorney dockets to ensure all deadlines are met in a timely manner; Draft letters, briefs, memorandums, discovery, and other legal documents; Conduct legal research and assist with case planning and development; and Cover front desk and phone duties to ensure prompt and professional client service.
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Gravis Law, PLLC is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: High school diploma, GED or equivalent education; Paralegal certificate; 5+ years of Paralegal experience; Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Teams and Outlook); and Bachelor's degree preferred.
Where is the Senior Family Law Paralegal role at Gravis Law, PLLC located?expand_more
Senior Family Law Paralegal at Gravis Law, PLLC is based in 9261, East Flathorn Drive, Scottsdale, Maricopa County, Arizona, 85255, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Gravis Law, PLLC has listed this Senior Family Law Paralegal role as on-site.
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Senior Family Law Paralegal at Gravis Law, PLLC typically requires 5+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for Senior Family Law Paralegal at Gravis Law, PLLC include Microsoft Office; Word; Excel; Teams; Outlook; and Paralegal Certificate.
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Educational requirements for this role: High school diploma, GED or equivalent education required; and Bachelor's degree preferred.
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Senior Family Law Paralegal at Gravis Law, PLLC is part of the legal job category on Recrutus.