What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estate Planning and Probate Paralegal position at Bellamy Law Firm?
Job description:
The Bellamy Law Firm, a well-established law firm serving the Grand Strand community, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Estate Planning and Probate Paralegal to join our Myrtle Beach office. We welcome applicants of all experience levels.
We are currently taking applicants for either a full-time or part-time position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Communicate with clients, attorneys, and court staff
- Open, organize, and maintain files from intake through resolution
- Assist attorneys with drafting relevant documents including letters, estate planning documents such as wills and trusts, prepare petitions, and other relevant paperwork
- Coordinate and organize large-scale document intake and production
- Oversee mail and file documents with the Probate Court and Register of Deeds
- Schedule and maintain a comprehensive calendar including deadlines, consults, client meetings, signings, and hearings
- Assist with client intake
Qualifications:
- Ability to communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, and court staff
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple active files simultaneously
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Prior experience in Probate or Litigation is preferred but not required (preference will be given to those with prior South Carolina experience)
- Proficiency with basic computer applications and office software including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, and PDF-XChange Editor or similar
- Experience with online filing systems including the e-filing system and Register of Deeds is preferred but not required
Benefits*:
- Health and Dental Insurance, Employee and Dependent Coverage (with a portion being paid by employer).
- Health Savings Account (HSA), with a contribution being made by the employer (if a High Deductible Health Plan is selected by employee).
- Life Insurance (Employee and Dependent Coverage)
- Ability to obtain supplemental benefits (short-term disability, accident, cancer)
- Ability to participate in Employer – Sponsored Retirement Plan (with an employer contribution)
- Vacation and Personal Paid Leave
*Please note certian benefits may only be available to part-time employees
Compensation:
Annual Salary (paid hourly), commensurate on experience and skill level.
Why Join Us:
The Bellamy Law Firm offers a collegial and professional work environment with competitive compensation and the stability of a firm with deep roots in the Myrtle Beach community. We invest in our team members and provide the support needed to succeed and grow in your career.
Anyone interested in this position should forward a copy of their cover letter, resume, and references to careers@bellamylaw.com or madams@bellamylaw.com
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person