What are the responsibilities and job description for the Probate Litigation Paralegal position at Kean Miller?
Description
With over 240 attorneys and eight office locations in Texas and Louisiana, Kean Miller serves as legal counsel to the people and industries that drive the energy-belt economy. From our offices in Houston, The Woodlands, Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Lake Charles, Lafayette, and Shreveport, Fortune 500 companies, national businesses, and local companies rely on Kean Miller for efficient legal services and practical advice, always provided in a cost-efficient manner. In the courtroom and the boardroom, Kean Miller attorneys create unique solutions, pragmatic strategies, and unparalleled value that allow our clients to perform at the highest level.
Kean Miller has an opening for a Probate Litigation Paralegal to work in our downtown Houston office.
Duties:
- Assist attorneys with all phases of litigation from case inception through discovery, resolution or trial, post-trial, and case closure
- Prepare court filings and assemble exhibits
- Draft and respond to discovery demands (interrogatories, requests to produce documents, etc.)
- Assist with preparation and support for depositions, hearings, and mediations
- Maintain case dockets and calendars
- Coordinate electronic discovery
- Prepare probate pleadings, federal estate tax returns, trust/estate accountings, and funding calculations
- Manage trust administration, probate, and conservatorships
- File court documents, including e-filing
Personal Attributes Required:
- Exhibits professional verbal and written communication skills
- Keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Possess strong technical skills
- Must be able to multitask and successfully manage a variety of demands daily
- Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven team environment
- Keeps attorneys informed of the status of projects, work, and deadlines
- Maintains a positive and “can-do” attitude
Experience and Education Requirements:
- A Bachelor’s or associate degree
- Minimum of five years of prior experience in complex estate planning, probate, guardianship, and trust matters highly desired
- Comprehensive knowledge of all facets of the litigation lifecycle: case management, document review, and trial experience
- Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
What Kean Miller Offers
We offer a people-first culture, meaningful work, competitive salaries, and an extensive benefits package that includes health, life, disability, dental, vision coverage and 401(k).
How to Apply
Please submit a resume and transcript to Renee.Carughi@keanmiller.com or apply through our Careers Page on our website.
All submissions are held in the strictest confidence.
Kean Miller is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all state, federal, and local laws prohibiting discrimination based upon race, color, national origin, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, religion, sexual orientation, or other status or activity protected by law.