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Trust & Estate Paralegal
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What they do
A Paralegal or Legal Assistant assists attorneys and law offices with a variety of tasks ranging from administrative support to legal research and writing. Maintains and organizes files or file databases. Conducts legal or other background research, assists with preparation for trials or hearings, and drafts documents to be filed. Uses software for electronic discovery of materials such as email for a trial. May specialize in a particular area of the law such as corporate or criminal law, family law or real estate law.
$58,108 / year median in Kansas
+5% projected growth
Job Description
The Kansas City office of Lewis Rice LLC has an immediate opening for a part-time or full-time Trust and Estate Paralegal in our downtown location. Key Responsibilities Provide paralegal support in estate planning, probate, and related tax matters Assist with drafting, reviewing, and organizing probate pleadings and other legal documents Assist in administration of estate and trust matters Maintain files in our document management system Communicate with clients, courts, and internal team members Support attorneys with administrative and case-management tasks Requirements Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook Experience with Worldox or a similar document management system Previous paralegal or probate experience is a plus Comfortable with numbers - ability to handle financial information and analyze data with accuracy and confidentiality Strong attention to detail Excellent organizational and communication skills Compensation & Benefits Competitive compensation, commensurate with experience Primarily in-office role to facilitate team collaboration Work-from-home or remote flexibility may be considered Supportive, professional, and collegial work environment Comprehensive benefits package, including paid covered parking If you are detail-oriented, motivated, and ready to contribute to a growing practice, we encourage you to apply. How to Apply Please submit your resume and cover letter to Judy Cohee at jecohee@lewisricekc.com. In your cover letter, please highlight your relevant experience and how it aligns with the responsibilities listed above. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.