*Position Title:* Senior Paralegal
*Position Description:* The Senior Paralegal is responsible for managing and organizing case files and attorney schedules, interacting with clients, and facilitating general office administration.
The position requires 28-32 hours per week; hours are flexible with normal coverage needed 8:30 am and 4:30 pm Monday through Thursday.
*Specific Responsibilities:*
* Manage relationships with new and existing clients
* Draft correspondence for clients and other contacts
* Interact directly with Court System
* Administer e-filing pleadings
* Assist in the preparation of legal documents
* Schedule appointments and manage attorney calendars
* Maintain organized filing system
* Manage deadlines and
* Manage general office administration.
*Job Requirements:*
* Estate Planning and Probate Experience
* Excellent communication and writing skills
* Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
* Ability to independently manage a workload
* Proficient in using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
* Above average organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task
* Ability to handle information in a confidential and professional manner
* 5+ years of paralegal experience in a law office
The ideal employee will have a strong work ethic, a pleasant and professional attitude, and the ability to independently manage tasks with minimal supervision as well as to work as part of a team.
He or she must be self-motivated, able to meet deadlines under pressure, and capable of handling a varying workload and individual case files.
Previous experience with Estate Planning and Probate preferred.
The employee must be willing to submit to a background check and must submit references upon further request.
*Compensation:*
Compensation will be determined by experience.
Expected salary range $45,000.
00-$60,000.
00.
*Background Check:*
The job offer is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background check.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.
00 - $60,000.
00 per year
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
Travel requirement:
* No travel
Ability to Relocate:
* Rochester, MN 55902: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person