Job Description – Family Law Legal Assistant
Job Title: Family Law Legal AssistantLocation: Durham, NCJob Type: Full-TimeCompensation: Salary based pay: $45,000 to $55,000 dependent on experienceReports To: Managing Paralegal
About Us
Ellis Family Law is a trusted leader in family law, serving clients across the Triangle area with compassion, integrity, and advocacy. We guide families through life’s most challenging transitions with professionalism and care.
Position Summary
The Legal Assistant will provide direct support to attorneys and paralegals in all aspects of family law cases. May also include some estate planning work. This includes drafting and organizing legal documents, managing calendars and deadlines, communicating with clients, and ensuring the smooth flow of administrative and case-related tasks throughout the firm.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, proofread, and format legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings.
- File documents electronically with state and local courts (experience with e-filing systems preferred).
- Maintain and organize client case files, both physical and digital.
- Manage attorney calendars and schedule consultations, hearings, and court appearances.
- Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
- Assist in client intake and document collection.
- Track case deadlines and ensure attorneys are prepared for upcoming matters.
- Support billing, data entry, and time tracking as needed.
- Provide general administrative support, including answering phones, scanning, and managing mail.
Who Thrives in this role:
- Takes ownership instead of waiting for direction.
- Likes staying busy and working in a fast-paced environment.
- Pays attention to the small details.
- Communicates well and in a timely manner with clients and teammates.
- Wants to learn, grow, and build a long-term career.
- Enjoys being part of a team that supports one another while holding each other accountable.
Qualifications
- Legal experience a plus but not required
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with excellent attention to detail.
- Professional written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel) and familiarity with legal case management software (e.g., MyCase, smokeball, Clio or similar).
- Knowledge of North Carolina family law procedures and e-filing systems preferred.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism with sensitive information.
- A proactive, client-focused mindset with a positive, team-oriented attitude.
- Add is a notary or is able to become one promptly before or after hire
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary-based pay: $45,000 to $55,000 dependent on experience
- Career Path to our legal team or our administrative team
- Health insurance
- 401(k) with employer contribution
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
