About Sodoma Law
Sodoma Law is a growing family law firm with offices across North Carolina and South Carolina, serving clients in family law, estate planning, adoption, mediation, and related practice areas. As our firm continues to expand, we remain committed to delivering exceptional client service, fostering a collaborative workplace, and supporting the communities we serve.
The Family Law Paralegal is an integral member of the legal team, providing critical support that helps attorneys deliver outstanding legal services and client care. Through a commitment to Sodoma Law's core values, this role helps ensure an exceptional client experience and the high standard of service that defines our firm.
Who Thrives in This Role
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys managing the many moving parts of a case while supporting clients through important life transitions. Family law is dynamic and fast-paced, making it a great fit for individuals who can stay organized under pressure, adapt to changing priorities, and maintain exceptional attention to detail while managing multiple deadlines and responsibilities.
The successful candidate is highly organized, proactive, and deadline-driven, with the ability to manage competing priorities without sacrificing accuracy or attention to detail. They communicate effectively, exercise sound judgment, and take ownership of their work. They thrive in a collaborative environment, build trusted relationships with clients and colleagues, and are committed to delivering exceptional service while upholding Sodoma Law's core values.
How You’ll Contribute
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Support attorneys throughout all phases of family law matters by coordinating case activity, tracking deadlines, maintaining case files, and helping ensure matters move forward efficiently.
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Draft, review, file, and serve a variety of legal documents, pleadings, correspondence, financial affidavits, and discovery materials while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
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Assist with the collection, review, organization, and analysis of discovery, financial records, and case-related information to support legal strategy and case preparation.
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Serve as a key point of contact for clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, and third parties by facilitating communication, gathering information, and providing exceptional client service throughout the legal process.
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Prepare exhibits, notebooks, financial summaries, child support calculations, and other materials necessary for hearings, mediations, and trial proceedings.
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Manage calendars, monitor deadlines, maintain case files, and coordinate case activity in accordance with applicable court rules, local county procedures, and filing requirements to ensure matters progress efficiently and accurately.
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Maintain accurate time entries, case records, and matter-related activities in accordance with firm policies and procedures.
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Provide administrative and operational support to ensure the efficient functioning of the office, including front desk coverage, mail management, staff onboarding support, and process improvement initiatives.
What Sets You Up for Success
- 2+ years of family law paralegal experience; significant litigation experience may be considered in lieu of family law experience.
- Knowledge of family law procedures, court processes, and Mecklenburg County Local Rules.
- Experience drafting pleadings, discovery, correspondence, and other family law documents.
- Experience managing litigation calendars, court deadlines, hearings, mediations, and related case events.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Experience meeting billable time expectations and maintaining accurate time records preferred.
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Experience with legal technology platforms, including NetDocuments and Cosmolex, preferred.
- North Carolina Notary Public commission preferred.
Why People Join Sodoma Law
At Sodoma Law, we approach our work differently. Whether clients need a holistic approach to their case or strong advocacy in the courtroom, we are committed to delivering the results they deserve. This mindset defines how we serve our clients and reflects the core values that guide how we show up for one another across all of our offices.
If you understand your “why” and feel aligned with ours, we invite you to apply!
