Paralegal

Ascendo Resources; Raleigh (NC); Vor Ort; USD 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Generous compensation and benefits package

Opportunity to join a collaborative firm

Zusammenfassung

A respected Raleigh-based law firm is seeking an experienced Transactional / Estate Planning Paralegal to support their dynamic trusts, estates, and business transactions practice. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience, strong drafting and communication skills, and proficiency in legal document management. This role involves drafting estate planning documents, preparing business formation documents, and managing client interactions. The firm offers a generous compensation package and an opportunity to work within a collaborative environment.

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years of experience in estate planning and/or transactional law.
• Strong drafting, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in legal document management systems and Microsoft Office.

Aufgaben

• Draft comprehensive estate planning documents including wills and trusts.
• Prepare business formation and transactional documents.
• Support probate and trust administration matters as needed.
• Coordinate client meetings and manage follow-ups.
• Organize and maintain case files and track deadlines.

Kenntnisse

Strong drafting skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Ability to manage multiple matters independently

Ausbildung

Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience

Tools

Legal document management systems

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

Ascendo Resources is partnering with a highly respected Raleigh-based law firm seeking an experienced Transactional / Estate Planning Paralegal to support a dynamic trusts, estates, and business transactions practice.

This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented, proactive paralegal who enjoys meaningful client interaction, sophisticated document drafting, and managing matters from intake through completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft comprehensive estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives
• Prepare business formation and transactional documents (entity formations, operating agreements, corporate filings, and related documents)
• Support probate and trust administration matters as needed
• Coordinate client meetings, maintain ongoing communication, and manage follow-ups
• Organize and maintain case files, track deadlines, and ensure timely court and agency filings
• Communicate directly with clients, financial institutions, and third parties

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in estate planning and/or transactional law
• Paralegal certificate preferred (or equivalent practical experience)
• Strong drafting, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters independently and prioritize effectively
• Proficiency in legal document management systems and Microsoft Office

What’s Offered

• Generous compensation and benefits package
• Opportunity to join a collaborative and well-regarded firm with a strong local presence

If you’re looking to take the next step in your paralegal career with a respected Raleigh firm, we’d love to connect.