Estates and Trust Paralegal

Estates and Trust Paralegal Position

Our small but growing estate planning law firm is looking for a paralegal who enjoys our field of law and would like your work to help make a positive difference for clients.

Our goal is to improve our community, one family at a time. We believe that helping families preserve and protect their wealth and accomplish family goals is a way to touch the lives of others and make a difference.

If the following describes you and our culture and beliefs interest you, then we’d like to hear from you:

· You believe that estate planning lawyers provide a valuable and important service

· You believe client service and quality work are top priority

· You like lots of direct client contact

· You are systems-oriented and believe in teamwork

We are looking to fill a new in-office position for a full-time paralegal to help us continue to deliver a great experience for our clients. Probate and Trust Administration experience is a plus. Our firm is located in Rolling Meadows.

Job responsibilities include primarily probate and trust estate settlement, but also assisting in estate plan document preparation, delivery and execution of estate plans, and Living Trust funding. You will have regular and frequent client contact and meetings with clients to deliver, execute, and explain probate and estate plan documents.

We prefer that you have at least three years’ experience and training in at least one of these areas, however, we will provide training, processes, and tools you will need to be successful and professionally fulfilled.

Job Requirements. In addition to some practical experience or formal training in our area of practice, a successful candidate will possess:

· Strong communication and writing skills

· Good computer skills and ability to learn new systems and software

· Good organizational skills

· Strong telephone skills and ability to establish relationships

· Ability to multi-task

· Ability to work in a team environment where processes result in the most efficient flow of work and results

· Commitment to quality work product

· This is not an entry-level position

Compensation

· Annual salary commensurate with skills and experience

· Paid Time Off and Vacation plan

· Retirement Plan – 3% Employer Match

· Health Insurance (partially paid for by Employer)

· Monthly Bonuses

**TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY**

1) Submit a detailed resume that describes past positions and tasks performed.

2) Please provide a COVER LETTER telling us why you are searching for a new position, what about this job post appeals to you, what your salary requirements are, and why you are the perfect candidate for this position.

3) Please UPLOAD AND SHARE A VIDEO (no more than 3 minutes long) answering the questions below:

• Why are you interested in this position?
• What do you know about our company?
• What is your ideal work environment?
• What are your strengths?
• Where do you see yourself in five years?

We will not respond to applicants without a COVER LETTER.