Job Description

Probate Paralegal- $40,000 to $45,000 - Independence, OH

The Role

Are you highly organised with a keen eye for detail? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

We are looking for a dedicated Probate Paralegal to join our growing team in Ohio. Whether you already have probate experience or are ready to take on new challenges, this could be the opportunity for you.

You will play a key role in managing probate cases from start to finish. Using our robust case management system, you will support attorneys, clients and courts by ensuring every matter progresses smoothly and on time.

If you're ready to take the next step in your legal career and help us support families during sensitive times, ensuring legal matters are handled with care and precision, apply now.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing a large and time-sensitive caseload from start to finish by utilizing a robust case management system.
• Drafting, filing, and serving pleadings, including motions, applications, orders, inventories, accounts, notices, and other probate-related pleadings.
• Analyzing and evaluating the status of cases to comport with requirements of the court.
• Reviewing motions, applications for completeness of supporting documentation prior to filing with court.
• Communicating with clients, courts, and counsel, including scheduling and confirming appointments and hearing dates.
• Take direct assignments from attorney and lead paralegal to timely file motions and follow-up with clients.
• Scanning and filing documents, monitoring and meeting deadlines.
• Monitor local court rules for changes for each county in Ohio.

The Company

The Darren Findling Law Firm is a dynamic multi-state law firm based in Royal Oak, Michigan with 25 attorneys and 60 employees total. We pride ourselves in telling it like it is, one of our core values. In an effort to reach greatness, we uphold our commitments to each other and our clients while solving complex problems. If this sounds like a company you want to be a part of, we look forward to meeting you.

The Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Medical and prescription benefits
• Dental and vision benefits
• Health savings account
• Paid holidays/Paid Time Off
• Amazing workplace culture with staff lunches and social events.

The Person

• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to follow-through.
• Exceptional communication skills including writing skills.
• Adapts well to change and maintains a positive attitude under stress.
• Ability to multitask and stay focused on the most important and urgent issues.
• Results-oriented and assume a level of ownership in work product.
• Proactive and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Adoption of our core values.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to work overtime occasionally to meet deadlines.
• Preferred candidates may also have experience with personal injury cases, probating deceased estates, trust estates, and handling guardianship matters.
• Experience is not required, however, a willingness to learn and take on new challenges will help you excel in this role!

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