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Estate Planning Paralegal

Jobot, Wheaton, Illinois, United States, 60189

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About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Permanent Estate Planning Paralegal to join our dynamic legal team. This role requires a strong background in estate planning, including the preparation and review of legal documents, trust management, probate procedures, and tax law. As a key member of our team, you will work closely with attorneys to provide high-quality legal services to our clients. This position offers a unique opportunity to deepen your expertise in estate planning and tax law, while working in a fast-paced, challenging, and rewarding environment.

Base Pay $50,000 – $75,000 per year

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis to support case preparation and strategy development.

Draft and revise legal documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other estate planning documents.

Review and analyze legal documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Manage and organize case files, ensuring all necessary documentation is readily accessible for attorneys.

Coordinate with clients to gather necessary information and documentation, maintaining a high level of professionalism and client service at all times.

Assist attorneys in the probate process, including preparing probate documents, managing estate assets, and communicating with beneficiaries and creditors.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes and developments in estate planning, probate, and tax law.

Collaborate with the legal team to streamline processes, improve client service, and achieve firm objectives.

Qualifications

Associate degree or higher in Paralegal Studies, Law, or a related field. A paralegal certification is preferred.

Minimum of 2 years of experience as a paralegal, preferably in estate planning, probate, or tax law.

Proficiency in legal research and writing, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to produce high-quality legal documents.

Strong working knowledge of legal documentation and document preparation techniques.

Familiarity with case management procedures and systems, and the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.

Excellent client relations skills, with a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and providing exceptional service.

In-depth understanding of trusts, wills, probate procedures, and tax law.

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research databases.

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