What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estate Planning Paralegal position at MT Law LLC?
MT Law LLC, a busy collegial law firm headquartered in Lexington, Massachusetts, is seeking to hire an experienced full-time Estate Planning Paralegal for its Estate Planning Division. The candidate should be able to meet and keep track of deadlines, work independently, and be capable of coordinating efforts between attorneys and clients or other external parties. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Responsibilities:
· Assist attorneys in the preparation and drafting of estate planning documents, including trusts, wills, powers of attorney, and related instruments
· Communicate with clients to gather necessary information and documentation for estate planning matters
· Organize, maintain, and update client files and case records in both physical and electronic formats
· Track case progress and ensure timely follow-up on outstanding items
· Coordinate document execution, including scheduling signings and preparing final document packages
· Conduct basic legal and factual research as needed
· Provide general administrative and operational support to attorneys and the legal team
Requirements:
· Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a liberal arts field (such as English, History, Political Science, Philosophy, etc.);
· Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
· Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
· Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with legal software is a plus
· Prior experience in a law firm or legal environment preferred, but not required for strong candidates
· Self-motivated, reliable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team
· Fluency in both Mandarin Chinese and English (written and spoken)
Benefits:
· 401(k) with company matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Lexington, Massachusetts. In person.
Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000 - $60,000