What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at JKS, LLC?
JKS, LLC is a boutique law office in Ellsworth, Maine focusing on trusts, estate planning, elder law, probate, and related matters. The firm also provides services in fiduciary duties, investment oversight, recordkeeping, real estate transactions, charitable planning, and business services. We are seeking applications for an experienced Paralegal. The team offers personalized legal support to individuals, families, and businesses seeking thoughtful long-term planning and administration. JKS, LLC maintains a collegial, client-centered environment with deep roots in the local community. For more information about our firm, please visit www.jks.legal.
This position provides legal and administrative support to attorneys in a full-time, on-site role located. Day-to-day responsibilities include preparing and organizing legal documents for estate planning, probate and real estate; managing case files and maintaining accurate records. The role involves conducting legal and factual research, reviewing documents for completeness and accuracy, and drafting correspondence and basic legal forms under attorney supervision. The paralegal is responsible for managing each legal matter assigned to them under the attorney’s supervision and carefully tracking time spent on client work. Prior legal experience and familiarity with a professional office setting is required.
Critical skills for the successful candidate will include professional and timely communications, strong attention to detail, ability to manage time and priorities, and a desire to create a good customer experience. Our paralegals are often the primary point of contact for the legal matter, so they need to have the knowledge, confidence, and personality to manage a project successfully.
This is a full-time, in-person, salaried position. The pay range is dependent on level of experience, but will be between $25-35 per hour. We offer a pleasant office environment with a business casual dress code, professional office accommodations, and retirement benefits. We look forward to hearing from you!
Please send cover letter, resume, and references to:
JKS, LLC
ATTN: Elizabeth Young
P.O. Box 179
Ellsworth, ME 04605
info@jks.legal
Salary : $25 - $35