Job Description
Job Description
The Paralegal will work closely with our attorneys to provide essential legal support, assist in case preparation, and ensure the efficient delivery of high-quality legal services to our clients.
Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
$25.00-$30.00/hour + Benefits
Responsibilities:
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Collaborate with attorneys to draft, review, and edit a wide range of estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance healthcare directives.
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Conduct thorough legal research to support case strategies, ensuring accuracy and relevancy of information.
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Assist in the preparation of client meetings by gathering necessary information and documents.
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Manage and maintain client files, ensuring organization, accuracy, and adherence to filing deadlines.
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Prepare legal documents for execution, including coordination of notarization and witness signatures.
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Communicate directly with clients, providing updates on case progress and addressing inquiries.
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Assist in the planning and execution of client seminars, workshops, and educational events.
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Handle administrative tasks such as data entry, record keeping, and document management.
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Coordinate with external parties, including opposing counsel, court personnel, and financial institutions.
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Prepare billing invoices, track expenses, and assist with managing client billing records.
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Maintain the firm's case management system with up-to-date and accurate information.
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Uphold the confidentiality of sensitive client information and adhere to ethical standards.
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Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance legal knowledge and skills.
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Collaborate effectively with attorneys, fellow paralegals, and support staff to ensure smooth work-flow.
Qualifications:
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HS Diploma or GED
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2+ years of experience working in Trust, Estate or Probate Law
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Proficiency in legal research, document drafting and case management software
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Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills
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Certified Paralegal Certificate preferred
Benefits include paid vacation, sick and holidays, 401k, discretionary bonuses, paid training and education on custom legal, project management, CRM and custom software.
Company DescriptionCrossroads Staffing is a nationwide talent solutions firm that specializes in matching the right job with the right candidate fast! We offer temp, contract, temp to hire and direct hire opportunities within various industries, our specialties being in the Administrative, Information Technology, Human Resources, Accounting, Customer Service, Manufacturing and Legal fields.
We know how daunting the job search can be, so we offer a quick and easy hiring process without extra hoops to jump through. Our structured interview process allows us to get a sense of what qualities you bring to the table, and how those correlate with our current openings. We're here to represent you and help you on the path towards finding your next career opportunity. All you have to do is apply!
Company Description
Crossroads Staffing is a nationwide talent solutions firm that specializes in matching the right job with the right candidate fast! We offer temp, contract, temp to hire and direct hire opportunities within various industries, our specialties being in the Administrative, Information Technology, Human Resources, Accounting, Customer Service, Manufacturing and Legal fields. \r\n\r\nWe know how daunting the job search can be, so we offer a quick and easy hiring process without extra hoops to jump through. Our structured interview process allows us to get a sense of what qualities you bring to the table, and how those correlate with our current openings. We're here to represent you and help you on the path towards finding your next career opportunity. All you have to do is apply!