Bruce Galloway Law, LLC, a well-established boutique family law firm, is seeking an experienced, organized, and detail-oriented Paralegal to join our growing team. This is a great opportunity for a motivated legal professional to make a meaningful impact at a small, collaborative firm that values precision, compassion, and accountability.
This role involves high responsibility, frequent client interaction, and collaboration with a small but experienced team. We are looking for someone who is proactive, dependable, and confident in handling deadlines, discovery, and trial preparation.
Responsibilities
- Draft and manage family law pleadings, motions, and discovery responses
- Calendar and monitor deadlines for discovery, hearings, and trials
- Communicate with clients regularly and compassionately—providing updates, gathering information, and helping them feel heard and supported
- Prepare for mediations, hearings, and trials, including exhibits, binders, and client preparation
- Maintain digital and physical case files in an organized, audit-ready format
- Adjust hours occasionally to meet deadlines, prepare for trial, or support the team during time-sensitive casework
- File legal documents with local and state courts and administrative agencies
- Coordinate with court clerks, opposing counsel, clients, and third parties
- Conduct interviews and investigations to gather relevant information for cases
- Accurately track and enter billable time on a contemporaneous basis
- Utilize templates and AI effectively for document generation
Our Ideal Candidate
- 3+ years of experience working as a paralegal or similar role (family law preferred)
- Strong knowledge of discovery procedures, court deadlines, and local filing rules
- Familiarity with legal case management software (MyCase, Clio, etc.)
- Reliable timekeeping and billing practices
- Comfortable and professional in receiving direct, solution-focused feedback
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Current and active Notary Public certification
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat
- Transcription or dictation experience
- Knowledge of phone etiquette and professional communication
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Separate vacation and sick time accrual, with generous PTO
- Realistic expectations and work-life balance, including mental health days
- Paid holidays
- Supportive, close-knit team environment, including weekly team lunches
- Direct collaboration with attorneys and meaningful case ownership
- Occasional flexibility for remote work or adjusted hours based on performance
- Opportunities for long-term growth and skill development
Location: 107 N. 2nd St, Ozark, MO 65721
Hours: Full-time, 40 hr/wk, 8am - 5pm
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience in family law matters? Please specify how many years if so.
- How soon are you looking to begin work?
Experience:
Ability to Commute:
- Ozark, MO 65721 (Required)
Work Location: In person
