Family Law Paralegal

Jobot

Fort Myers, FL

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$55,000–$65,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Child Support, Communication Skills, Customer Relations, Detail Oriented, Employee Assistance Plan, Establish Priorities, Estate Planning, Family Law, Financial Analysis, Financial Management, Health Plan, Legal, Litigation, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Paralegal, Practice Management Software, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Real Estate, Regulatory Compliance, Time Management, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Fort Myers, FL

POSTED

Today

Renowned Local Firm

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jake Vogel
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Salary: $55,000 - $65,000 per year

A bit about us:

We have grown from two forward-thinking partners to become the largest locally based, full-service regional firm serving the needs of our clients throughout Florida.

Our office provides a wide variety of services including Real Estate, Litigation and Estate Planning to our clients.

We believe it is very important to understand the tenets that we follow in our relationships with our clients.

These tenets are how we want to be judged, and what we want used as criteria in selecting us for legal representation.

We hold ourselves to the highest standards of our profession.

Our goal is to continually demonstrate the Firm’s capabilities and experience, and to build and maintain trust between our clients and us.

The only result that we will accept is the one that our clients expect us to deliver.

Why join us?

Profit Sharing Plan
401K
Excellent Health Benefits
Mentorship & Growth
Free Parking
Employee Assistance Program
And Much More!

Job Details

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Family Law Paralegal.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Florida family law, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to manage sensitive matters with professionalism and discretion.

This position plays a critical role in assisting attorneys with all phases of family law cases, including divorce, child custody, support, and related matters.

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive paralegal support to family law attorneys from case inception through resolution
Draft, prepare, and review pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, marital settlement agreements, parenting plans, and final judgments
Prepare financial affidavits, child support guidelines worksheets, and asset/liability summaries
Manage and analyze financial documents, including income records, bank statements, and asset disclosures
Coordinate and manage discovery, including subpoenas, document production, and deposition preparation
Maintain and organize case files (electronic and paper), calendars, deadlines, and tickler systems
Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, mediators, and experts
Assist with trial preparation, including exhibit organization, witness lists, and trial notebooks
File pleadings and correspondence with Florida state courts (including e-filing)
Ensure compliance with Florida family law rules, court procedures, and firm standards
Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum of 3–5 years of experience as a paralegal in family law preferred
Strong knowledge of Florida family law procedures, rules, and deadlines
Paralegal certificate or associate’s/bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies preferred
Proficiency with legal practice management software, Microsoft Office, and e-filing systems
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail, organization, and time-management skills
Ability to multitask, prioritize competing deadlines, and work both independently and collaboratively
Professional demeanor and ability to work with clients during emotionally sensitive situations

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About the Company

Jobot

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Founded in 2018 and employee-owned since 2024, Jobot is committed to fostering a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection. As an industry leader, we’ve been recognized as a top workplace by Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, and Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

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COMPANY SIZE

100 to 499 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

FOUNDED

2018

WEBSITE

http://www.jobot.com

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