Overview
Probate and Estate Planning Paralegal Jobs in Springfield, OH at Lantz Law Firm
Job Description: The Legal Assistant is responsible for providing administrative support to an attorney on a day-to-day basis, as well as working closely with clients and other team members to ensure effective and timely attention to important legal matters.
Essential Duties:
Prepare correspondence, contracts, lease agreements, other documents and/or memoranda in draft and in final form from dictation, handwritten material, and typed copy;
Effective communication with all clients in a timely manner;
Assist with court filings, notices, pleadings and/or other documents for attorneys as requested;
Set up, maintain, and ensure that files (paper and electronic) are kept current including classifying, arranging files, filing, and storing information. Requests files from Records Department;
Provide administrative support to ensure a smooth daily workflow in order to meet project deadlines. This includes word processing, photocopying and scanning, processing of mail and performance of other clerical duties, scheduling of meetings, CLE seminars, and other events; create, edit, and proofread complex and practice-specific legal documents, forms, and correspondence to ensure accuracy and completeness;
Transcribe legal documents, correspondence, and memos for attorneys;
Upon request, enter attorney time in accordance with the Firm’s procedures and practices; coordinate with the Firm’s billing department to facilitate attorneys’ timely review and return of monthly billing statements and invoicing of clients.
Specific Skills/Knowledge
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Exceptional writing and proof reading abilities
Effective communication skills
Mastery of the English language and grammar to allow for advanced writing and editing of legal documents
Meticulous attention to detail
Advanced knowledge of MS Word, Word Perfect, and Outlook
Knowledge of MS Excel, MS Power Point, and Adobe Acrobat is helpful
Education and/or Experience
High School Diploma (required)
Associate’s and/or Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)
Paralegal Certificate (preferred)
5+ years’ experience in a law firm or legal department (preferred)
Notary Public (preferred)
Please visit our website for more information: www.mcllawfirm.com
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
AD&D insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Profit sharing
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Experience:
legal assistant or paralegal: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Reno, NV 89519 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Reno, NV 89519: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Probate and Estate Planning Paralegal
Company: Lantz Law Firm
Location: Springfield, OH
