Family Law Paralegal

Hello! It’s Us You’re Looking For -

We’re not your average law firm. At O’Connor Family Law, we’re fighters, strategists, advocates. We focus in divorce, custody, and high-conflict family law, and we’re extremely passionate about what we do, which is helping our clients work toward better futures. Our clients are navigating some of the most challenging moments of their lives, and we show up with compassion, excellence, and a relentless drive to help them emerge stronger than they started.

If you thrive in high-stakes environments, like to laugh while getting serious work done, and take pride in being the behind-the-scenes powerhouse that holds it all together (as well as tell the attorneys what they need to do), you might just be our next rockstar paralegal.

What You'll Be Doing
Let’s be real; This job is for someone who knows family law inside and out already. We need a legal unicorn who can hit the ground running with minimal hand-holding. You'll be a key part of our litigation team, helping to ensure that every client receives excellent, efficient, and emotionally intelligent legal service.

Responsibilities include:

· Drafting complaints, motions, discovery requests/responses, financial statements, and parenting plans, discovery – you name it, you’re going to have the chance to draft it!

· Managing client case files, timelines, and deadlines

· Ensuring cases proceed efficiently

· Communicating empathetically with clients, courts, and opposing counsel

· Reviewing and organizing financial documents, GAL reports, and DCF records

· Preparing cases for hearings and trials—including exhibit binders, timelines, and witness coordination

· Supporting attorneys during litigation prep and managing post-judgment follow-up

· Keeping our lawyers sane (okay, that part’s unofficial…but appreciated)

You Might Be the One If You:

· Have at least 3 years of experience as a paralegal in divorce and custody law (Massachusetts procedural experience strongly preferred)

· Know your way around the Probate and Family Court better than some judges’ clerks

· Understand how to draft clean, clear legal documents and aren’t afraid of a tight deadline

· Are fiercely organized, unshakably reliable, and take ownership of your work

· Can juggle multiple cases without dropping the ball (or the coffee)

· Communicate like a pro (or maybe like a coach) with clients, team members, and courts

· Have empathy, boundaries, and a solid sense of humor

· Don’t need micromanagement; You’re self-motivated, resourceful, and proactive

• Perks of Joining Our Team
• - Competitive pay ($25–$40/hour based on experience)
• - QSEHRA Health Reimbursement Program
• - 401k Match
• - Paid time off and paid holidays
• - Student Loan Reimbursement (while allowed by the government)
• - Ongoing legal training and professional development
• - Opportunity for Community Development and Pro Bono Assistance
• - A supportive team that genuinely cares about each other
• - A mission-driven workplace where you’ll see the difference you’re making

Who Should Not Apply (Seriously, Save Us All the Time)
- If you can’t hit deadlines without reminders
- If you need constant supervision or direction
- If you don’t like working directly with clients
- If you freeze in high-conflict situations or under pressure
- If you think a paralegal role means "just filing stuff"

Ready to Join a Firm That Values Your Expertise?
We want someone who is ready to jump in with confidence, collaborate like a pro, and help our clients get the legal outcomes and emotional closure that they deserve.

Apply by sending your resume and a cover letter that tells us why you’re perfect for this job. Bonus points if you use the word “strategic” somewhere in your cover letter so we know you actually read this.

At O’Connor Family Law, we don’t just fight for our clients, we empower them. We believe in CHANGE (Courage, Honesty, Ambition, Navigation, Growth, Empowerment), and we bring those values to everything we do. Come be part of a team where your work matters to us, to our clients, and to the families we serve.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $40