Paralegal / Legal Assistant Estate Planning & Elder Law

Curley Law Firm LLP is a boutique estate planning and elder law firm serving individuals and families throughout Massachusetts. Our practice focuses on estate planning, elder law, MassHealth planning, probate and trust administration, and special needs planning. We are seeking an experienced Paralegal or Legal Assistant who is organized, compassionate, detail-oriented, and enjoys working closely with clients in a collaborative small-firm environment. We value our staff and offer•: Competitive salary - $53,000 to $65,000, depending upon experience Health insurance benefits PTO Long-term and Short-term Disability insurance benefits Retirement plan with Profit sharing and 401(k) matching contribution Convenient location and parking Business casual environment •Waiting period applies. Subject to change without notice. Why Join Our Firm? We pride ourselves on maintaining a respectful, supportive, and team-oriented workplace. Our work helps clients navigate important life decisions and challenging family situations with greater peace of mind. We value professionalism, kindness, accountability, and open communication. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to move away from the pressures of a large-firm environment and become an important part of a close-knit legal team. Responsibilities Communicate professionally with clients by phone, email, Zoom, and in person Assist attorneys with estate planning, probate and trust administration, elder law matters, MassHealth applications, deeds, and guardianship/conservatorship matters Prepare and organize legal documents and client files Manage case-related administrative tasks and deadlines Coordinate document execution and notarization Perform general office support functions including scanning, mailing, and file management Work collaboratively with attorneys and staff to move matters efficiently toward completion Qualifications Minimum 3 years of experience working in a law office preferred Estate planning or elder law experience strongly preferred Paralegal certificate preferred but not required Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple priorities independently Professional, patient, and compassionate demeanor with clients Proficiency with Outlook, Word, Excel and Adobe Acrobat Experience with Clio and/or WealthCounsel is a plus

Additional Information Work Location:

In-person in Wakefield, MA Our office is located in a historic multi-level building without elevator access Background screening required prior to employment Please apply through Indeed or LinkedIn only. No agencies, recruiters, law students, or attorneys please.

Pay:

$53,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Disability insurance Free parking Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Profit sharing Retirement plan

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Law office: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person