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Paralegal - Special Needs & Estate Planning

Build My Great Team
Lisle, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/26/2025

Clancy & Associates – A Full-Service Special Needs Law Firm
Make a Meaningful Impact. Support Families. Build Your Career.

We are seeking a paralegal to join our mission-driven team. If you are a proactive problem solver with strong drafting skills, an eye for detail, and a passion for supporting families, this role is for you.

At Clancy & Associates, we do more than practice law—we bring peace of mind to families navigating complex legal, financial, and life-planning decisions for their loved ones with disabilities. Our firm specializes in special needs planning, estate planning, and guardianship, with a strong focus on client-centered service and community support.

About the Role

As a Paralegal at Clancy & Associates, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional legal services to our clients. You’ll support attorneys by managing drafting, document review, client communication, and case coordination—ensuring families feel informed, cared for, and confident every step of the way.

Key Responsibilities

  • Draft and prepare legal documents including wills, trusts, special needs trusts, deeds, and powers of attorney
  • Review and edit documents with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Assist attorneys with scheduling client meetings and communication
  • Maintain and organize client files with precision and care
  • Communicate with clients to collect information and provide updates
  • Use legal technology tools (Clio preferred) to streamline workflows and enhance service delivery

Who We’re Looking For

  • Detail-Oriented Professional – You pride yourself on accuracy, organization, and efficiency
  • Empathetic Communicator – You guide clients through sensitive situations with care and professionalism
  • Proactive Team Player – You take initiative, anticipate needs, and keep cases moving forward
  • Tech-Savvy & Resourceful – You are comfortable using legal software and eager to learn new tools
  • Mission-Aligned – You care deeply about serving families with compassion; personal or professional experience with individuals with disabilities is a plus
  • Experienced Paralegal – You are ready to contribute immediately and collaborate effectively with attorneys with your 2 years of experience
  • Estate Planning Experience – Preferred, but not required

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary: $56,000 – $65,000 per year, based on experience
  • Bonus Opportunities
  • 401(k) with Employer Matching
  • Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off & Sick Leave
  • Professional Development Assistance

Compensation is commensurate with experience. Benefits subject to change and eligibility.

Why Join Us?

  • Purpose-Driven Work – Help families navigate some of life’s most important decisions
  • Collaborative & Supportive Team – Work alongside a group that values integrity, professionalism, and growth
  • Professional Development – We support continued learning and advancement

To Apply:
Please submit a cover letter along with your resume. In your cover letter, tell us why you're interested in this position and how it aligns with your career goals.

Thank you for considering this opportunity. We will contact candidates whose qualifications best match our firm’s needs.

Please, no direct inquiries or agency submissions.

Salary : $56,000 - $65,000

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