Job Title: Probate Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Job Responsibilities:
- Conduct legal research on statutes, regulations, case law, and legal precedents related to probate and tort matters.
- Draft, review, and edit pleadings, motions, briefs, and correspondence.
- Prepare reports summarizing findings and recommendations.
- Prepare and file court documents, ensuring compliance with court rules.
- Track court deadlines and maintain an updated litigation calendar.
- Organize, manage, and maintain high volumes of case files and legal records.
- Uphold confidentiality and adhere to all ethical and legal standards.
- Support case management from intake through resolution.
- Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and third parties.
- Stay informed on developments in probate law and mass tort litigation.
Education and Experience Information:
- Minimum 3 years of experience as a legal assistant or paralegal.
- Prior experience with probate matters is required.
- Paralegal certificate or relevant legal education preferred, but not required.
- Knowledge of legal procedures, terminology, and documentation.
- Experience with mass tort or complex litigation strongly preferred.
Salary Information:
- Pay: - per hour.
- Expected hours: 40 per week.
Additional Information:
- This is a full-time position with an 8-hour shift schedule.
- The role is remote, allowing for flexibility in work location.
- The candidate should be detail-oriented, organized, and proactive.
- Strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to maintain confidentiality are essential.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) is required.
- Skills in using PDF tools such as Adobe Acrobat and familiarity with communication platforms like Zoom and Microsoft Teams are necessary.
- Experience with legal and case management software is a plus.
