Sr. Paralegal

Build My Great Team® by Atticus®; Monroe (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Monroe, NJ is seeking a Senior Paralegal specializing in estate planning and probate! This role offers you the opportunity to work directly with a top attorney, manage complex cases, and help families make critical legal decisions. Join a supportive team culture, enjoy competitive pay, and make a meaningful impact on clients' lives.

Benefits

3 weeks' vacation + legal holidays

Health insurance negotiable

Supportive, small-office culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in estate planning and probate litigation.
• Tech-savvy with proficiency in legal tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead estate planning and probate cases from start to finish.
• Draft wills, trusts, and legal documents independently.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients.

Skills

Organizational skills

Client communication

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Legal case management software

Job description

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Senior Paralegal - Estate Planning & Probate

Work One-on-One with a Top Attorney

Step Into a Role Where Your Experience Matters

Are you a seasoned paralegal looking for a career-defining opportunity? Do you want to be an integral part of a growing firm where your expertise in estate planning and probate administration will be valued and your contributions will directly impact clients' lives?

Senior Paralegal - Estate Planning & Probate


Location: Monroe Township, NJ | Competitive Pay + Bonus Potential | Work One-on-One with a Top Attorney


Step Into a Role Where Your Experience Matters

Are you a seasoned paralegal looking for a career-defining opportunity? Do you want to be an integral part of a growing firm where your expertise in estate planning and probate administration will be valued and your contributions will directly impact clients' lives?

At Bolster Bruder Elias LLC, we don't just process paperwork—we help families build legacies. For over 35 years, our firm has been at the forefront of estate planning, real estate financing, and tax law. Now, we're expanding, and we need a highly experienced, proactive Senior Paralegal to work directly with Adam Elias as he continues to grow his practice.

This is not just another paralegal role—this is your chance to take ownership, drive processes, and be a key player in a thriving law firm.

What Makes This Role Different?

• Work One-on-One with a Leading Attorney - Direct collaboration with Adam Elias, a highly regarded estate planning and probate attorney
• Take the Lead - This isn't an admin-heavy role. You'll own complex estate cases, draft documents independently, and interact directly with clients
• Make an Impact - Help families navigate life's most important legal decisions with compassion, expertise, and professionalism
• Growth & Stability - Join a firm that has been serving the community for over three decades and is poised for continued expansion
  
  
  

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead estate planning and probate cases from start to finish
• Draft wills, trusts, and legal documents with precision and expertise
• Manage probate court filings, client communications, and deadlines
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing clarity and support through legal processes
• Oversee task tracking, follow-ups, and document organization to ensure smooth case progress
• Communicate with clients, financial institutions, and courts with professionalism and confidence
  
  
  

Requirements


What You Bring

• 5+ years of experience in estate planning, estate administration, and probate litigation
• A self-starter who thrives in a small, collaborative law firm environment
• Exceptional organizational and client communication skills—you make complex legal matters feel manageable
• Tech-savvy, with proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and legal case management software
• Bilingual skills are preferred but not required
• A passion for estate law and a client-focused approach, understanding that this work is more than just legal documents
  
  
  

Benefits


Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary $70k-$120k, commensurate with experience
• Bonus potential
• 3 weeks' vacation + legal holidays
• Health insurance negotiable
• Supportive, small-office culture
• Business casual environment—we work hard and look good doing it
• Convenient location with ample parking spaces—no commuting headaches
  
  
  

How To Apply

If this opportunity excites you and aligns with your expertise, we look forward to meeting with you! We will reach out to all candidates that meet our firm's criteria and culture.

No direct or agency inquiries, please.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

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