Role:

Estate Planning Paralegal Location:

Alaska Job Type:

Fulltime -

Hybrid Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-4:30

PM Work Arrangement:

In-Person, with hybrid flexibility for the right candidate

Salary:

$55,000-$70,000 per year, depending on experience

Benefits:

Paid Time Off, Simple IRA Retirement Plan About the Firm A growing boutique law firm specializing in estate planning and criminal defense is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join its team. As a relatively new firm, this position offers significant opportunity for creativity, growth, and professional development . Someone who enjoys creating systems, improving processes, and helping build the structure of a small law office will thrive in this role. Position Overview The Paralegal will work closely with attorneys and clients to support estate planning matters from initial intake through completion. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, comfortable communicating directly with clients, and able to take initiative in a growing office environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Communicate with clients regarding scheduling, appointments, and updates on their estate plans. Answer phones and handle new client intake. Schedule client meetings and manage calendars. Assist attorneys with drafting estate planning documents. Review documents for accuracy and completeness. Record deeds and file documents with courts and other appropriate offices. Maintain organized client files and documentation. Follow up with clients and assist attorneys in keeping matters on schedule. Help create and improve office systems and processes. Provide general paralegal and administrative support as needed.

Qualifications:

Prior paralegal or legal office experience preferred. Estate planning or probate experience is a plus. Formal paralegal education is not required, but is a plus. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Comfortable communicating directly with clients. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Self-motivated and willing to take initiative. Comfortable working in a small, collaborative office environment. Candidates currently located in Alaska are strongly preferred .

Compensation & Benefits:

$55,000-$70,000 annual salary, depending on experience Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-4:30 PM In-person position with hybrid flexibility for the right candidate Paid Time Off Simple IRA Retirement Plan Opportunity for professional growth and increased responsibility Opportunity to help build systems and processes within a growing firm Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to become an important part of a growing law practice where your ideas, creativity, and initiative can make a direct impact. The right candidate will enjoy helping families plan for their future and seeing the meaningful difference estate planning can make for clients and their families.

Hiring Timeline:

The firm is looking to fill this position within approximately one month, and the right candidate may be able to start immediately.

Interview Process:

Initial interview via Zoom, followed by additional in-person meetings.

Pay:

$55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Paid time off Application Question(s): How many years of paralegal or legal office experience do you have, and how much of that experience involves estate planning or probate? What types of estate planning documents have you assisted with preparing or reviewing? Are you currently located in Alaska? If not, are you willing to relocate at your own expense? Are you comfortable working Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-4:30 PM, primarily in person, with potential hybrid flexibility? What is your salary expectation? Please mention your email, mobile number and the best time to call.

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Anchorage, AK