Legal Staff Paralegal in Findlay, OH

Law Firm

Findlay, OH

Legal Staff Paralegal in Findlay, OH

Legal Staff

Min 2 yrs required

No

Job Title: Paralegal/Case Manager

Job Responsibilities:
The Paralegal/Case Manager (CM) at the law firm is a hybrid role combining elements of a paralegal and office manager. This position is crucial to the firm's operations, often described as the "engine" that propels the company forward. The primary responsibilities include:

- Running client meetings: The CM will conduct meetings with clients to discuss their estate planning needs and provide guidance on legal matters.
- Drafting legal documentation: The CM is responsible for drafting comprehensive legal documents from start to finish. This requires attention to detail and an understanding of legal terminology and processes.
- Client support: The CM acts as a front-line support for clients, addressing legal questions and providing peace-of-mind, particularly during challenging life events such as marriage, retirement, sickness, and death.

The law firm specializes in estate planning, and the CM plays a pivotal role in ensuring the firm provides exceptional service to clients. The CM must demonstrate patience, communication excellence, and the ability to connect with clients, offering emotional support during difficult times.

Education and Experience Information:
The ideal candidate for the Paralegal/Case Manager position should meet the following requirements:

- A minimum of two (2) years of legal experience, preferably in estate planning, administration, or elder care law.
- Proficiency in grammar, spelling, writing, and proofreading skills is essential.
- Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite, including Teams.
- Willingness to travel between office locations as needed.
- Current Notary certification or willingness to obtain it.
- A blue-collar mindset characterized by accountability, ownership, problem-solving, and toughness.

The candidate should possess the ability to prioritize, organize, and execute tasks efficiently, as the estate planning practice involves managing multiple cases and responsibilities concurrently.

Salary Information:
The Paralegal/Case Manager position offers a competitive salary ranging from $65,000 to $85,000. In addition to the salary, the law firm provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

- Generous time off policy
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Life Insurance

Additional Information:
The Paralegal/Case Manager role is primarily in-office at the law firm's location in Findlay. However, periodic travel to other locations, such as Maumee or Lima, may be required for client meetings. The work schedule is from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm, with a one-hour lunch break. The firm also compensates for overtime work.

Candidates who are interested in the position are encouraged to apply by completing the initial application process. The law firm looks forward to welcoming a new team member who is dedicated to providing exceptional estate planning services to clients.