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Paralegal

Law Offices of James A. Miller, P.C.
Worcester, MA, US
$45K-$70K a year
Full-time

Company Overview

This practice specializes in Elder and Special Needs Law which includes MassHealth / Medicaid Applications, Estate Planning, and Probate with some Guardianship and Conservatorship work.

We are committed to a diverse work environment. Our ideal candidates are respectful of an inclusive work environment. We strive to ensure that those working in our organization reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.

Benefits / Perks

  • Benefits of this position include healthcare access to group insurance
  • paid vacation time off, in addition to holidays and sick time
  • matching contributory IRA.

Job Summary

The paralegal supports our busy team working on multiple legal projects, including probate and Medicaid application support.

The paralegals will manage both legal and administrative functions, including meeting and following up with staff and clients, communicating with other members of the team internally and with external parties (courts and MassHealth), and other duties as necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Develop a deep understanding of the law firm’s programs and projects and substantive areas of law, especially those substantive areas of law in which you will be assisting clients
  • Complete forms and related template documents and file them with the courts
  • Organize and prepare MassHealth Applications
  • Handle day-to-day case management administrative functions
  • Attend weekly case review meetings
  • Transcribe / document case updates and next action steps during meetings for cases
  • Provide intake support to attorneys as needed.
  • Attend trainings as needed for professional development

Qualifications

  • Ability to commute / travel to and from courthouse locations and / or office, as needed
  • Heavy use of computer programs and applications
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Careful attention to detail
  • Reliable and organized
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize, and meet deadlines
  • 30+ days ago
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