Paralegal

Bowditch & Dewey, LLP

Boston, MA

$70,000 to $95,000 Yearly
Vision , Medical , Dental , Paid Time Off , Life Insurance , Retirement
Full-Time

Job Description

Bowditch seeks an experienced Paralegal for its Domestic Relations & Probate Litigation practice. The Paralegal assists and supports the attorneys in the practice in all phases of litigation from inception through discovery and trial.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Drafting of pleadings, motions, subpoenas, and correspondence
Managing service of process
Managing of documents on internal systems
Working directly with clients to compile documents and draft financial statements and discovery responses
Preparing alimony calculations and child support guidelines worksheets
Preparing asset division spreadsheets
Managing all aspects of discovery
Assisting in all aspects of trial preparation, including preparing trial binders
Meeting, assisting, and corresponding with clients
Conducting research on factual topics related to cases
Working directly with attorneys in docketing court dates and deadlines
Communicating with subpoena recipients, experts, GALs, ARC counsel, opposing counsel and parties, DCF, and the Courts
Other related duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Minimum of five (5) years of Paralegal experience in a domestic relations and/or probate litigation practice
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Attention to detail and strong proof-reading skills
Time management and multitasking abilities
Strong research and writing abilities
Ability to use Microsoft Office and/or learn new computer programs and Apps for virtual meetings
A professional attitude and approach to client service are essential
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Must be able to perform duties with minimal supervision and also work as part of a larger team
EDUCATION
High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Associate Degree or higher preferred
Paralegal Certification preferred
Dedicated to Diversity: Bowditch & Dewey focuses on inclusive hiring of those candidates having excellent skills with a broad range of experiences, knowledge and perspectives. Diversity within the Firm promotes an open and mutually respectful workplace and the delivery of superior service to its clients.
If you are interested in becoming part of an organization which provides exceptional service, cost effective representation and successful results, please send cover letter and resume to:
Human Resources Department
Bowditch & Dewey, LLP
311 Main Street
P.O. Box 15156
Worcester, MA 01615-0156
E-mail: recruiting@bowditch.com
Equal Opportunity Employer

Company Description

Bowditch is a highly-regarded law firm handling sophisticated transactions, challenging litigation and complex regulatory issues for businesses, families and institutions throughout Massachusetts, the region and beyond.

With more than 70 lawyers seamlessly connected in three strategic Massachusetts offices – Boston, Framingham and Worcester – Bowditch is a preeminent law firm, deep in the areas of business and finance, real estate and environmental, litigation, employment and labor, and estate and tax planning, delivering outstanding client satisfaction and big-firm quality legal services.

Why Work Here?

Great culture, respectful environment, challenging but fun, good pay and benefits, hybrid remote/in-office work schedule.

Bowditch is a highly-regarded law firm handling sophisticated transactions, challenging litigation and complex regulatory issues for businesses, families and institutions throughout Massachusetts, the region and beyond. With more than 70 lawyers seamlessly connected in three strategic Massachusetts offices – Boston, Framingham and Worcester – Bowditch is a preeminent law firm, deep in the areas of business and finance, real estate and environmental, litigation, employment and labor, and estate and tax planning, delivering outstanding client satisfaction and big-firm quality legal services.