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Senior Paralegal – Estate Planning Jobs in Plymouth, MN at The Right Staff, LLC.
Senior Estate Planning Paralegal – Law Firm in Plymouth, MN
Do you have extensive estate planning experience and advanced WealthCounsel drafting skills? Are you looking for an opportunity where you can take ownership of complex estate plan drafting while helping build and support a growing legal team?
This full-time Senior Estate Planning Paralegal opportunity offers the chance to join a rapidly growing, mission-driven law firm that is expanding its estate planning practice across multiple states. Working alongside experienced Estate Planning Attorneys, you will independently draft sophisticated estate planning documents, coordinate high-volume workflows, mentor drafting contractors, and serve as the firm’s in-house WealthCounsel expert. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced estate planning professional who enjoys autonomy and process improvement, and who delivers exceptional client service.
JOB DETAILS:
- Full-time, Direct-Hire or Contract-to-Hire opportunity
- Location: Primarily On-Site in Plymouth, MN
- Hybrid flexibility available after onboarding (typically 1-2 remote days per week; Fridays are most flexible)
- Schedule: Monday through Friday with flexibility as needed
- Compensation: $85,000 to $90,000 annually, depending on qualifications
- Growing law firm with significant expansion plans and opportunities for long-term career growth
- THE RIGHT STAFF offers a basic benefits package including employee-paid health plan and insurance options, paid ESST, and referral bonuses while on contract.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Independently draft sophisticated estate planning documents, including trusts, wills, powers of attorney, health care directives, deeds, funding documents, and related estate planning materials using WealthCounsel
- Review attorney notes and accurately prepare customized estate plans with minimal supervision
- Serve as the firm’s primary WealthCounsel resource, providing troubleshooting, best practices, and drafting guidance
- Create, update, and improve internal drafting templates and workflows
- Coordinate drafting projects with contractor paralegals and review completed work for quality and accuracy
- Mentor junior and contract paralegals on drafting standards and firm processes
- Communicate directly with clients to obtain information, answer questions, and provide case updates throughout the estate planning process
- Conduct deed research, obtain land records, complete title searches as needed, and coordinate electronic and paper deed recordings
- Partner closely with attorneys to manage a high-volume estate planning practice that is expected to exceed 400 estate plans annually
- Help improve processes and support the continued growth of the firm’s expanding estate planning team
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- 5+ years of estate planning paralegal experience
- Hands-on WealthCounsel drafting experience is required (non-negotiable)
- Extensive experience drafting wills, trusts, powers of attorney, health care directives, deeds, and related estate planning documents
- Proven ability to independently manage a high-volume caseload with minimal attorney oversight
- Experience reviewing work and mentoring junior or contract paralegals
- Strong understanding of deed preparation, recording requirements, and real estate documentation
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Paralegal certificate or equivalent combination of education and legal experience
WHY JOIN THIS TEAM?
- Join a growing law firm expanding into multiple states
- Work alongside experienced estate planning attorneys in a collaborative environment
- Play a key role in building processes and supporting a rapidly growing practice
- Opportunity to become the firm’s subject matter expert for WealthCounsel drafting
- High-impact position with meaningful client work and long-term career growth
APPLY NOW!
THE RIGHT STAFF wants to help you succeed! Our team of seasoned professionals works to match you to the best job, best fit, and best location. From contract assignments to full-time permanent positions, we are here to assist you!
Visit www.therightstaff.com to view all current openings.
THE RIGHT STAFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Title: Senior Paralegal – Estate Planning
Company: The Right Staff, LLC.
Location: Plymouth, MN
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