Paralegal

Paralegal Cleveland Elder Law Independence, OH Job Details Part-time | Full-time $55,000 - $68,000 a year 19 hours ago Benefits Travel reimbursement Free parking Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Qualifications Microsoft Excel Spreadsheets Writing skills Client communication Microsoft Office Legal drafting Organizational skills Law office experience Certified Notary Public Productivity software Proofreading Document management Grammar Experience Estate planning Wills, trusts & estate law Full Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented candidate who takes initiative and can work collaboratively and independently. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys, gain valuable legal experience, and contribute to meaningful projects within the firm. Responsibilities As a legal paralegal, you would be responsible for (1) drafting start-to-finish legal documentation, (2) supporting our attorney(s) in managing estate planning, Medicaid applications, and probate matters, and (3) being the front-line in our culture of excellence in client experience

Responsibilities Include:

Manage probate of estate matters, working with local probate courts, preparing deeds, and submitting affadavits Prepare documents, i.e., affidavits, subpoenas, and legal correspondence, and organize and maintain files and calendaring systems. Maintain electronic files in the case management system and filing of paper documents. Case manage clients receiving Medicaid Asset Protection Services and Trust Planning Services. Communicate with clients and family members, as needed. Schedule and attend all assigned client meetings. Manage the timeline and follow up with assigned clients, taking notes, sending follow-up communications, and reviewing assigned cases with the attorney to ensure timely progress. Interact with various community partners and agencies. Maintain client and administrative files in accordance with firm procedures and case management system Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned Answer phones and schedule consultations Qualifications Two (2) years+ of legal experience. Two (2) years + of elder law experience Excellent grammar, spelling, writing, and proofreading skills. Excellent with the Microsoft Office suite. Current Notary, or willingness to obtain. Experience in Estate Planning, Administration, and Elder Care law is preferred.

A client-first mindset:

Cleveland Elder Law partners with our clients, supporting families to better care for one another. Our team is dedicated to delivering the highest level of client experience to every family we serve. Strong oral and written communication skills Excellent organizational skills.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$55,000.00 - $68,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Free parking Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Professional development assistance Travel reimbursement Vision insurance

Experience:

Law office: 2 years (Required) Wills, trusts & estate law: 2 years (Preferred)

Microsoft Excel:

1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person