Paralegal

Salary Range: $50,000–$60,000 annually

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Estate and Litigation Paralegal to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will support attorneys in both estate planning/administration and civil litigation matters, ensuring efficient case management, clear communication, and accurate document preparation. This role is perfect for a proactive professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and can manage multiple priorities at once.

Key Responsibilities

Estate Planning & Probate Administration

• Draft estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related instruments.
• Assist with the administration of estates, including preparing probate filings, inventories, and accountings.
• Communicate with clients, courts, financial institutions, and beneficiaries to gather necessary information and provide updates.
• Maintain organized estate files and track important deadlines related to probate and trust administration.

Litigation Support

• Assist attorneys with all stages of civil litigation, including drafting pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and correspondence.
• Manage document production, organize case files, and maintain litigation calendars.
• Conduct legal research as needed and summarize findings for attorney review.
• Coordinate depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation.

Administrative & General Support

• Maintain case management systems, including docketing and document organization.
• Prepare exhibits, trial notebooks, and other supporting materials.
• Communicate professionally with clients, opposing counsel, and court staff.
• Provide general administrative support to attorneys as needed.