Paralegal

Job Description Description:We are seeking an estate focused paralegal to join our growing team. Additional duties may include:Meet and collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to effectively manage caseloads and meet client objectivesBuild and maintain strong client relationships through responsive communication and exceptional serviceDraft legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial proceduresPrepare, draft, and revise legal documents including briefs, wills, contracts, real estate closing statements, pleadings, appeals, and other legal documents with accuracy and attention to detailObtain client signatures and witness documents as requiredMaintain accurate and organized case files, documentation, and correspondenceResearch and analyze statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneysOrganize and maintain documents in a paper or electronic filing systemInvestigate facts and laws of cases and searching public records and other resourcesDirect and coordinate law office activityPrepare and process deeds to be filed with the Recorder of DeedsApply online for Tax ID numbers for businesses and trustsAssist with the administration of client estatesAssist with real estate settlement transactionsTrack the status of client projects, and keep tickler system to ensure that deadlines are metScan client paperwork for electronic storagePrepare client correspondence (email, fax, regular mail, etc.)Forward incoming voice messages and faxes to the appropriate personSet appointments for attorneys, and call clients to remind them of upcoming appointmentsRegister attorneys for CE courses, add to their calendars, and ensure that CE credit is obtainedPrepare and process original estate planning and business planning documents – wills, powers of attorney, trusts, etc.Notarize documents, when neededUtilize and maintain law firm client database (Clio)Create and send client invoices, in consultation with attorneysFollow and adhere to Company policies, procedures, and guidelinesBe willing to learn the industry and help us maintain and grow firm's marketplace positionAttend business meetings and trainings as requiredPerform other administrative tasks and special projects as assignedRequirements:Maintain a professional attitude and appearancePossess the ability to connect with a variety of personalitiesLive out Faithward FormulaUtilize extremely strong phone skills – high energy and passion for helping othersBe a team player who thrives working with a tight-knit company where their activities directly affect the bottom lineBe enthusiastic about providing the best possible customer service for clients and customersPossess a roll up your sleeves, and all hands-on deck mentality to cross functional tasks and assignmentsBe self-motivated and results driven with proven ability to succeed – desire to grow both professionally and personallyPossess strong relationship management and the ability to drive multiple tasks to completion successfullyBe a resourceful team player and a positive "can-do" attitudeHave the ability to work in a fast-paced environmentThink and act like an entrepreneur and take an ownership mentality in all that is done in this positionBe detail oriented and helpfulHave the ability to perform accurate data entry within specified time framesPossess the ability to use or quickly learn specific CRM and other business softwareExhibit outstanding written, grammar, & verbal communication skills with ability to interact with all levels of an organizationPossess excellent organization, problem solving, and planning skillsDemonstrate excellent time management skills and ability to adhere to schedules/deadlinesBe dependable and safety orientedHave the ability to work some nights and weekends as neededProduce a negative pre-employment drug screen and have the ability to pass a criminal background checkMaintain a good attendance record and travel as required