Paralegal/Legal Assistant - Estate Planning, Probate and Corporate Law Firm

Job Title: Paralegal/Legal Assistant - Estate Planning, Probate and Corporate Law FirmLocation: Del Ray, Alexandria, VA 22301Job Type: Part-Time to Full-Time (2 days in-office, with the option to work remotely for the remaining days)About Us: We are a boutique estate planning and corporate law firm dedicated to providing personalized and effective legal services to our clients. We are currently seeking an organized and motivated Paralegal/Legal Assistant to join our team.Responsibilities:Assist attorney in estate planning, corporate law, and related legal matters.Prepare legal documents such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, business contracts, incorporation documents, and probate court filings.Conduct legal research and gather relevant information for cases.Coordinate and manage client files, including the organization of electronic and physical documents.Maintain case management software and track deadlines.Assist with client communication, including scheduling consultations and following up on client requests.Prepare court filings, and manage document recording.Draft correspondences, forms, and memoranda.Qualifications:Two 2 years’ experience as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant in estate planning and corporate law is preferred, but willing to entertain the right candidate with no experience.Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in work is a MUST.Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).Paralegal certification or degree in legal studies preferred.Accounting background is a plus.Benefits:Competitive salary based on experience.Opportunities for professional growth and development.To Apply: Please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant certifications to Olesy@essentiallegalplanning.com. No recruiters, please! We look forward to hearing from you!