Paralegal - Probate, Guardianship & Estate Planning
Company: The Law Office of Whitney L. Thompson, PLLC
Location: Houston
Posted on: March 19, 2023
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Job Description:
We're seeking a skilled and experienced estate planning, probate
and guardianship paralegal to support our growing legal team. The
ideal candidate for this position will use their work experience
and organizational skills to prepare and maintain legal documents,
draft pleadings, interview clients, and conduct legal research. If
you're looking to fill an invaluable position at a firm and love
helping others, apply today.
Responsibilities:
Perform administrative duties such as answering phone calls and
keeping our case filing system organized so all documents are
readily accessible
Work with lawyers to prepare for trial by conducting research on
legal articles, preparing and organizing exhibits, organizing and
coordinating witnesses, filing motions, and assisting with client
meetings
Hold client interviews to gather information about their legal
problems
--- Prepare legal documentation for probate and guardianship
matters
--- Prepare estate planning documents (Wills, Trusts, POAs,
etc)
Qualifications:
ABA-approved paralegal certificate program such as an Associate's
degree or proprietary school program in paralegal studies,
Bachelor's degree desired
Excellent organizational skills, and time-management skills
Strong preference for candidates who have completed a paralegal
professional certification or have an advanced paralegal
education
Must have strong interpersonal skills and talent for writing and
grammar
--- At least 5 years of experience in probate, guardianship and
estate planning under an attorney or lawyer in a law firm
setting
--- Strong understanding of the law and necessary procedures and
documentation in probate, guardianship and estate planning
About Company:
We are a growing law firm in Houston, Texas that handles family,
probate, estate planning, medicaid planning and guardianship
matters.
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