Fiddler Osband LLC is a dynamic three-attorney law firm focusing on family law and adoption matters. We are seeking a paralegal with family law experience and, ideally, adoption experience, for a primarily remote position. Spanish language fluency, or working knowledge of Spanish, preferred. Full-time or part-time are possibilities.
Position responsibilities: Provide support and legal assistance to the attorneys in family and adoption matters, including drafting pleadings, collecting client information, assessing financial documentation, corresponding with state and tribal court personnel, calendaring, filing documents via e-service and according to tribal court rules. Personal interaction skills and ability to prioritize/multitask are very important.
Preferred skills and qualifications:
Team player
Flexible with scheduling
Compassionate to sensitive issues
Experience working with vulnerable and diverse clients
Excellent, compassionate customer service
Ability to work independently with, and take direction from, multiple attorneys from remote locations
Knowledgeable about Minnesota state court rules and statutes related to family law. Adoption procedure knowledge a plus.
Strong technology skills
E-filing experience
Proactive
Supportive of families and persons of varied backgrounds, complex family groups, and non-traditional compositions
Excellent attention to detail and proofreading skills
Prompt response to emails and correspondence
Schedule/Compensation: Work hours would be Monday-Friday on a TBD schedule. Compensation is hourly. The firm does not provide any health or retirement benefits. Family-friendly firm.