Estate Planning Paralegal

Description

AlerStallings of Ohio is looking to hire two full-time Estate Planning & Elder Care Law Paralegals to support our 1) North Canton Office and 2) Independence and Westlake Offices. 

Are you ready to take your career to the next level and help change the practice of law? Are you looking for a paralegal job that involves more than office management? Do you want to work somewhere where innovation and new ideas are valued? Are you looking for a law firm where there is an opportunity for growth? If so, please read on!

This position pays $40,000 - $50,000/yr depending on experience. We also offer a robust benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, FSA plans, a 401(k) plan, profit sharing, and paid time off (PTO). We are also closed for one week at Christmas and one week over the 4th of July for which employees are paid on top of their individual PTO! If this sounds like what you've been looking for, apply now!

ABOUT ALERSTALLINGS

We are the largest elder care law firm in the state of Ohio. We focus solely on asset protection, estate planning, and elder care law. Our clients pay one fee upfront and they receive unlimited calls, emails, and meetings for their lifetime. We also have them come in for an annual review, ensuring that their plans stay up-to-date. Since our founding in 2010, we've grown to 12 offices. And, we've been recognized as one of the fastest growing companies in the Fast 50 of Ohio and, nationally, in the Inc. 5000.

Our success is a direct result of the caliber of employees we recruit AND our unique business model. We value each of our employees and their input. We are supportive, not only to our clients but to each other. We work together to make things happen. We foster a work culture where employees are generous with their time and knowledge and are willing to coach and mentor each other. And, as a law firm, we provide monthly trainings for all employees! Our motto is: "You go. We go. Together."

A DAY IN THE LIFE AS AN ESTATE PLANNING PARALEGAL

As an Estate Planning Paralegal, you play the vital role of being the main line of communication with our clients. Thanks to the robust initial and ongoing training that we provide you with, you are able to provide our clients with first-rate-service.  You are self-motivated and respected by the attorneys, taking on a role more similar to a junior attorney than an office manager. You get to help manage and execute legal estate plans.

Your excellent communication and interpersonal skills come in handy, as you interact with clients a lot! You greet each prospect and client with a warm, down-to-earth smile, helping them feel at ease. In addition to in-person appointments with clients, you also communicate with clients via email and telephone on a daily basis.

During meetings, you may sit second chair with the attorney and take notes, or you could run the meeting on your own to handle a legal closing. You are responsible for running annual review meetings for all your office’s clients.   At these reviews you will help update existing legal plans and find additional legal opportunities.  Your organizational skills also help you excel in this position as you do help with task management, appointment scheduling, and event workshop support. You're always up for a challenge and thrive in our fast-paced environment!

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS FOR AN ESTATE PLANNING PARALEGAL

• 2 years of paralegal work experience

• Excellent grammar, spelling, writing, and proofreading skills

• Excellent with Microsoft Office

• Familiarity with CRM systems

• A valid driver's license and a clean driving record

• Willingness to travel between regional offices

Previous sales or professional services client experience is preferred but not necessarily required. Are you an enthusiastic problem solver with a positive attitude? Do you work well in a team environment? Are you reliable? Are you efficient and detail oriented? Are you flexible and resilient in an ever-evolving atmosphere? If so, then you might just be perfect for this position!

WORK SCHEDULE

Work hours are 8:30 am - 5:30 pm with a 1-hour lunch. We also pay overtime.