What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at Carroll County law firm?
We are excited to announce an opening for an Estates and Trusts Paralegal position at our law firm located in Westminster, Maryland. Established in 1959, our firm has a long-standing tradition of providing exceptional legal services.
Position: Paralegal-Estates and Trusts
Location: Westminster, Maryland
Firm Background: Our small law firm has been serving the community since 1959, focusing on a wide range of legal matters in general practice and estates and trusts.
Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented paralegal to join our team to work in the Estates and Trusts department. The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Assisting attorneys with administration of estates, including preparation of opening probate documents and accountings
Conducting legal research and drafting documents
Managing client communications and files
Performing administrative tasks as needed
Salary: Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
Benefits:
Our firm provides retirement benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, and paid time off for sick leave, vacation time, and personal days. We do not provide health insurance.
Work Environment:
Our firm prides itself on maintaining a supportive and collaborative work environment. We value the contributions of each team member and strive to create a positive and productive workplace.
Application Process:
If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your resume and a cover letter. We look forward to reviewing your application.
Thank you for considering a career with our firm.
Qualifications
- Strong accounting skills
- Strong legal drafting and document review skills
- Strong Excel and Word document skills
- Experience in a law office environment
- Excellent writing and organizational skills
- Familiarity with estate planning and administration
- Ability to prepare an account for an estate
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Disability insurance
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000 - $65,000