Kelley Ferraro LLC, a Plaintiffs’ law firm located in Downtown Cleveland, has an immediate opening for a full-time, experienced paralegal or legal assistant within its Probate Department.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Assist attorneys in all stages of estate/probate work

Draft legal documents, including, but not limited to, motions and legal briefs

Compose professional correspondence

Proofread and edit legal forms and documents for accuracy

Conduct legal research on Westlaw

Handle numerous phone calls from court as well as a large and diverse client base

Specialized Knowledge/Skills:

Familiarity with probate and administration proceedings and procedures

Legal writing experience

Strong verbal and written professional communication skills

Team-oriented, self-starter with strong multi-tasking abilities

Ability to be flexible, handle pressure, and adapt to changes in work flow and assignments

Experience/Educational Requirements:

Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Experience in lieu of a degree will be considered

Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, as well as legal practice software

Experience working in a client-focused, fast-paced environment

The firm offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. To apply, please email your resume with cover letter to:

Ed Kelley
Administration Director
Kelley Ferraro LLC
Ernst & Young Tower
950 Main Avenue, Suite 1300
Cleveland, OH 44113

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Travel requirement:

• No travel

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Microsoft Word: 1 year (Preferred)
• Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person