Paralegal

Elder Law Guidance; Richmond (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A private law firm based in Richmond, Kentucky, seeks a meticulous Probate Paralegal. This role emphasizes accuracy, detail orientation, and a disciplined approach to completing specialized legal tasks in probate and estate management. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Science or relevant experience. The position offers a supportive work environment focused on delivering high-quality service to clients. Compensation is competitive, ranging from $45,000 to $55,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Paralegal Science or 6 years of experience in probate.
• Proven experience in managing specialized legal tasks efficiently.
• Comfortable making decisions in a legal environment.

Responsibilities

• Complete tasks from start to finish within deadlines.
• Maintain high standards of quality and accuracy.
• Adhere to established guidelines and procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Decision making

Formal communication

Task-oriented

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Paralegal Science

Job description

Overview

We’re hiring a Probate Paralegal, and you’re definitely going to want to know about this role! Do these words resonate with you: PROACTIVE-RESERVED – SERIOUS – PROFESSIONAL WORK ENVIRONMENT– CLARITY OF TASKS AND DUTIES – DISCIPLINED – PRECISE – THOROUGH – CONSCIENTIOUS. If these words resonate with you, you’re gonna love this role and being part of our team. EDUCATION REQUIRED: Bachelor\'s Degree in Paralegal Science (6 years of proven probate experience in a law office will be accepted in lieu of a degree). If this exciting opportunity appeals to you, we want to get to know you.

JOB SUMMARY: The responsibility of this position is managing specialized work efficiently, with confidence and competence in the legal area of probate and estate work. The position requires above-average attention to detail, concern for the exact correctness of work, and strong commitment to tasks completed on time. The person in this position will take work seriously, have a strong sense of duty, and be disciplined. A somewhat faster-than-average pace will be the norm for this position. Detailed, specialized work is the major focus. The position will provide security in a stable work environment, allowing you to plan for, focus on, and complete tasks on hand. The position will generally be task-oriented, requiring someone with a conservative, careful, and cautious approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Unambiguous work direction completing tasks from start to finish with the concern for getting work done on time and correctly
• Extremely task-oriented, with high standards of quality and accuracy
• Adhering to established guidelines and procedures
• Must be comfortable in making decisions in area of specialty or expertise
• Reserved, factual, formal and sincere communication
• Strong follow-through on delegated tasks and assignments following established policies and procedures
• Someone who Leads by example

This position involves administrative duties related to drafting and case management, as well as interpersonal duties to assist the firm in providing a high standard of service to clients.

Qualifications

EDUCATION REQUIRED: Bachelor\'s Degree in Paralegal Science (6 years of proven probate experience in a law office will be accepted in lieu of a degree).

Compensation

$45,000 - $55,000 per year