Legal Staff Paralegal in Charlottesville, VA

Law Firm

Charlottesville, VA

Legal Staff Paralegal in Charlottesville, VA

Legal Staff

Min 5 yrs required

No

Job Title: Experienced Estate Planning and Probate Paralegal

Job Responsibilities:
- Draft wills, powers of attorney, and revocable/irrevocable trusts using templates and attorney notes.
- Prepare funding documents, including deeds and assignments.
- Manage the execution and delivery of signed documents.
- Assist with client intake, meeting preparation, and file management.
- File probate forms and related court documents.
- Assist with inventories, accountings, and other necessary filings.
- Communicate with courts, clients, financial institutions, and other attorney offices.
- Track deadlines and ensure fiduciary compliance.

Education and Experience Information:
- Minimum of 5 years of estate planning or probate experience in a law firm setting.
- Strong knowledge of Virginia probate procedures and court filing requirements.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with case management systems (Clio is a plus).
- Detail-oriented, discreet, and comfortable interacting directly with clients.
- Self-starter who thrives in a small office setting.

Salary Information:
- Competitive salary ranging from $60,000 to $75,000 per year, depending on experience.
- Annual bonus potential based on performance.

Benefits:
- Health insurance stipend to support personal health insurance needs.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Bar dues, continuing legal education (CLEs), and training expenses covered by the law firm.
- A professional and supportive team environment.

Additional Information:
- Full-time position with no night or weekend shifts required.
- Work location is in-person with flexibility.

Note: All inquiries and applications will be kept strictly confidential.