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You hired a family law attorney, so why are you spending so much time talking to a paralegal? If that’s been bugging you, you’re not alone and it might actually be a sign your case is being handled the right way.

We sit down with our senior paralegal, Lisa Parsons, to explain what paralegals really do in divorce, custody, and other family law cases: drafting and organizing key documents, managing discovery, digging through financial records, running support calculations, and keeping the day-to-day tasks moving so deadlines don’t slip. We also talk about the practical reality of an attorney’s schedule with hearings, trials, and back-to-back meetings, and why a paralegal can often get you answers faster by acting as the communication bridge.

We also get specific about where the line is. Paralegals cannot give legal advice or stand up in court, and they are not the person building final trial strategy or doing direct and cross examination. But they can help translate what you’re experiencing into the “legalese” your attorney needs, flag issues that could become landmines later, and prepare clean, complete materials that make your lawyer more effective. We even dig into how family law process differs across states, including how Oregon can require more custom declarations compared with more structured form-driven systems.

If you want your case to move efficiently and feel less confusing, this conversation will help you know who to contact, what to ask, and how to use your legal team well. Subscribe for more practical family law guidance, share this with someone going through a tough case, and leave a review so more families can find real help when they need it.

If you would like to speak with a member of our legal team, please call (503) 227-0200 or visit our website.

Disclaimer: Nothing in this communication is intended to provide legal advice or constitute an attorney-client relationship.