Matrimonial Paralegal
Abrams Fensterman, LLP is a full-service law firm dedicated to providing clients with high-quality counsel, innovative solutions, and personalized service. Established in 2000, the firm has grown to include over 120 attorneys across multiple practice areas, offering sophisticated legal services with a collaborative, client-focused approach.
We are seeking an experienced Matrimonial Paralegal to join our Matrimonial Department in White Plains, NY. This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable, organized, and detail-oriented professional to support attorneys handling matrimonial and family law matters in a fast-paced and client-focused environment.
The successful candidate will be proactive, professional, and comfortable working closely with attorneys, clients, court personnel, and colleagues.
Responsibilities:
- Assist attorneys with matrimonial and family law matters
- Draft and prepare correspondence, pleadings, discovery materials, financial disclosure documents, and other legal documents
- Gather, review, organize, and summarize financial records and case-related documentation
- Maintain and organize electronic and physical client files
- Manage attorney calendars, court dates, meetings, deadlines, and departmental workflow
- Communicate with clients regarding case status, document collection, billing matters, and other case-related needs
- Conduct initial client intakes, gather relevant information, and assist with opening new matters
- Prepare and send engagement letters and track retainers
- Enter attorney time records and assist with reviewing, finalizing, and sending client invoices
- Maintain billing records and assist with accounts receivable and payment tracking
- Coordinate with attorneys and internal departments to ensure deadlines are met
- Provide general administrative and case support to attorneys as needed
Qualifications:
- 3 to 5 years of experience in a paralegal or related legal support role
- Matrimonial or family law experience is strongly preferred
- Experience preparing legal documents and organizing financial records
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Comfortable communicating directly with clients, attorneys, and court personnel
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Familiarity with legal billing systems, document management systems, or case management software
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Professional discretion when handling sensitive and confidential matters
- Proactive, dependable, and team-oriented approach
Compensation & Benefits:
- Salary range: $55,000 to $75,000, commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k), PTO, and more
Location: White Plains, New York
Skills Required
- 3 to 5 years of experience in a paralegal or related legal support role
- Matrimonial or family law experience
- Experience preparing legal documents and organizing financial records
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to communicate directly with clients, attorneys, and court personnel
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Familiarity with legal billing systems, document management systems, or case management software
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Professional discretion when handling sensitive and confidential matters
- Proactive, dependable, and team-oriented approach
What We Do
Abrams Fensterman, LLP is a full-service New York law firm founded in 2000 by Robert Abrams and Howard Fensterman. Starting with 13 lawyers in Lake Success, it has grown to over 125 attorneys in offices across Lake Success, Brooklyn, White Plains, Rochester, and Albany. The firm represents individuals, businesses, and healthcare providers in areas including health law, real estate, commercial litigation, matrimonial and family law, trusts and estates, employment, election law, and transportation law.
