Job Description
We are looking for a dedicated and experienced paralegal to join our team! If you have a background in estate planning, probate, and ideally guardianship, we want to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their skills while working in a supportive and positive environment.
Why You'll Love Working With Us:
We value our team members and believe in investing in your growth both personally and professionally. You'll have the chance to thrive in a role that offers flexibility (remote or hybrid) and a variety of benefits designed to support your well-being and career progression.
Benefits include:
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) Plans
Ongoing Professional Training and Development
Compensation:
$50,000 - $65,000 per year
Key Responsibilities:
Estate Planning:
Draft estate planning documents and prepare detailed notes for attorney review.
Communicate with clients to gather any missing information and answer questions.
Manage estate planning files from start to finish with minimal supervision.
Oversee the signing process of estate planning documents.
Probate:
Take ownership of probate files, managing all aspects from opening through to closure, while communicating with clients, courts, and other involved parties with minimal attorney assistance.
Provide exceptional client service in a white-glove manner, ensuring that clients feel fully supported throughout the probate process.
Assist clients with administering non-probate assets when needed.
Guardianship:
Handle guardianship files, managing communication with clients, courts, and other parties.
Prepare and file annual guardianship reports accurately and promptly.
General Duties:
Organize and maintain both electronic and physical client files for efficient storage and retrieval.
Regularly review and document processes to improve office procedures.
Log notes and billable time contemporaneously into the firm's case management system.
Pursue ongoing legal and non-legal education to stay current with industry best practices.
Qualifications:
2+ years of experience as a paralegal in estate planning and probate administration.
Guardianship experience is a plus but not required.
Why Join Us?
If you're passionate about making a difference in people's lives through legal support and looking for a mission-driven career with plenty of growth opportunities, this is the role for you. You'll have the autonomy to make decisions and contribute to meaningful work in a positive environment where your voice is valued.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 50,000.00 65,000.00 Per Year
Job Tags
Holiday work, Full time, Work from home,