Litigation Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

About Us :  We are a prestigious Trust, Probate, and Trust Litigation Firm with an impeccable reputation. Our firm is dedicated to providing exceptional high-end legal services without compromise. We offer a fast-paced, positive, and nurturing work environment with excellent opportunities for growth and advancement.

Position Overview :  We are seeking an experienced Litigation Paralegal to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in probate, trust administration, and trust litigation. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a growing firm that values excellence and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities :

• Document Preparation :  Assist attorneys in preparing and filing probate, trust administration, and litigation documents, petitions, and supplements.
• Case Management :  Maintain and organize complex case files. Assist attorneys with all phases of litigation, from inception through discovery, trial, and appeal.
• Discovery and Motions :  Collaborate with attorneys and clients to propound and respond to discovery requests and motions. Calendar and track deadlines for pleadings, discovery responses, and motions.
• Court Coordination :  Arrange and coordinate court appearances, tele-appearances, filing deadlines, and reminders.
• Deadline Management :  Maintain organized schedules and provide timely reminders to ensure attorney deadlines are met.
• Electronic Filing :  Handle electronic filing of court documents.
• Communication Management :  Communicate effectively with court clerks, bond companies, other law firms, trustees, and beneficiaries. Maintain regular communication with clients, by providing updates and gathering information as directed by attorneys.
• Intakes :  Conduct new client intakes.

Qualifications :

Minimum of three years of relevant experience in litigation.

At least one year of experience in wills, trusts, probate and estate law (required).

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (preferred).

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.

Desire to learn and pursue advancement opportunities.

Benefits :

Competitive compensation : $33.00 - $43.00 per hour.

401(k) plan with up to 3% employer match.

Health insurance stipend.

10 days of paid vacation and 7 paid holidays per year.

Supportive and dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Schedule :

Full-time

Monday to Friday