Mark Gray Law is seeking a Paralegal to join our team for a full-time, in-office role. The primary responsibility of this position is to perform certain legal services under the direct supervision of firm lawyers in the area of probate and trust administration, and real estate law; and in other firm practice areas. Desirable candidates are those with one to three years of experience in the foregoing matters, but on the job training is provided. A Bachelor's degree or Paralegal Certificate is preferred. The firm encourages innovation, high achievement and professional development. The successful candidate will receive mentoring and professional training; which are integral to developing professional competence in unique situations, complex matters and other business and family related issues. Candidates must possess outstanding oral communication and writing skills, emphasize innovation and creative solutions, and dedicate themselves to long-term growth within the firm. Desirable candidates are those who anticipate the legal needs of the client and cultivate relationships.

Qualifications :

1.

The ability and willingness to:

Analyze and resolve routine administrative conflicts. Be flexible, independent, and customer service oriented. Communicate clearly and collaborate with the team. Take direction, accept constructive criticism and responsibility for assigned tasks, and learn from problematic situations when they occur. 2. One to three years of applicable experience in a document intensive, detail oriented environment. 3. A Paralegal Certificate or a Bachelor's Degree. 4. Ability to perform duties according to the policies, procedures and instructions set forth by the supervising lawyer(s). 5. Proficient speed and accuracy with Microsoft Office products. 6. Ability to provide excellent service in the form of prompt and courteous interaction with both internal and external relationships. This includes an obligation to actively cooperate and interact with others to advance the overall interests of the firm. 7. Ability to learn and understand the procedures, legal and tax implications, legal documents, and timelines in the areas of practice above. 8.

Ability to prepare the following:

Probate and trust administration documentation such as pleadings, correspondence, notices, inventories and accountings, tax documents, and distribution documents. Real estate documentation such as purchase agreements, deeds, closing statements, correspondence, and related documents. 9. Communicates in an accurate, clear, professional, friendly and concise manner, both verbally and in writing, with clients and other legal and financial professionals outside of the firm. 10. Ability to learn the process to E-file legal documents such as court pleadings, real estate documents and Secretary of State documents. Compensation is based upon prior experience and performance. Benefits package available. Please send a resume and cover letter to Kylie Baumert at baumert@markgraylawplc.com. All inquiries are confidential.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$24.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Disability insurance Free parking Life insurance Paid time off Application Question(s): Are you willing and able to start this job within the next month?

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Paralegal:

1 year (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Ankeny, IA 50023 (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person