Paralegal

Cleveland, 127 Public Sq, Suite 2000, Cleveland, OH 44114, USA

Baker Hostetler is looking for an experienced Paralegal to join its Private Wealth Group in the Firm’s Cleveland office. This is a non‑exempt position that reports to the Cleveland office’s Human Resources Manager and works with the attorneys and staff in the Firm’s Private Wealth Group. The ideal candidate will possess excellent people and organizational skills, and will have the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

This role requires creativity and the ability to think innovatively and exercise independent judgment when necessary while handling sensitive and confidential information.

• Handling complex probate, trust and estate administration.
• Preparing federal gift and estate tax returns.
• Interfacing with clients and acting as liaison between clients/attorney and court/attorney.
• Delivering excellent work and superior service to the Firm’s clients, and contributing to the Firm’s reputation for excellence by providing highly efficient and effective support to the attorneys.
• Other duties as requested and assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of law firm experience. Equivalent combination of education and experience can offset education requirement.
• Advanced skills with Excel, Outlook and Word. Proven aptitude to learn new software applications (specifically GEMS, as the current software used to prepare federal gift and estate tax returns).
• Interpersonal communication skills necessary to maintain effective relationships with attorneys, clients, and staff in person, by email and telephone. Ability to provide a high level of customer service and be able to clearly and effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Must be detail oriented, and able to work independently and in a team environment.
• Fundamental knowledge of legal terminology, court rules and procedures.

• Competitive salaries and a performance bonus program
• Group health, dental, and vision insurance
• Multiple plan options and various benefit levels
• Same‑sex domestic partner coverage
• Coverage begins on date of hire
• Group term life/AD&D and voluntary supplemental group universal life insurance
• Voluntary accident insurance – self and family
• Short‑term disability benefits
• Long‑term disability benefits
• Pre‑tax benefit programs – dependent care, health care reimbursement and transit/qualified parking (in most cities)
• Retirement program – voluntary 401(k) plan

Salary: The expected annual salary range for this position is $80,000- $110,000. The salary offered in any location will be determined by a wide range of factors, including, but not limited to, experience level, education/training, geographic region, and relevant skills.

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their resume to our online job posting.

Baker & Hostetler LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.