What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at Lavelle and Rittenhouse, LLC?
Company Description
Lavelle and Rittenhouse LLC, based in Athens, Ohio, is dedicated to providing high-quality legal representation. We pride ourselves on our experienced litigators who advocate passionately for our clients. Providing legal assistance to residents throughout the region, we handle everything from minor disputes to significant legal matters with decades of experience.
Position Description
This is a full-time position for a Paralegal located in Athens, OH. The Paralegal will be responsible for drafting and reviewing estate planning documents, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives. In addition to assisting in personal injury cases, assisting with the administration of estates, including preparing probate petitions, inventories, and accountings, communicating with clients, beneficiaries, financial institutions, and other parties involved in the estate planning and probate process, managing case files and maintaining accurate records and documentation, coordinating and scheduling meetings, hearings, and other appointments, providing support to attorneys in all aspects of estate planning and probate cases.
Qualifications
o Must have strong interpersonal skills and talent for writing and grammar
o At least 3 years of recent probate experience in legal services under a lawyer in an Ohio law firm.
o Excellent organizational skills, and time-management skills
o Must be able to multitask and handle the pressure of a busy law office.
o Efficiency with Word, Outlook, Excel, and the ability to learn how to use other software.
Compensation
$35,000 to $43,000 per year, based on experience
Benefits
Paid personal/sick leave, paid vacation, bonuses based on productivity, Christmas bonus, and retirement contribution (after one year of employment). Heath Insurance is not offered.
Salary : $35,000 - $43,000