Paralegal - Corporate, Estate Planning, & Probate

Job Duties:

·      Preparation and editing of draft organizational documents, including, but not limited to, articles of incorporation or dissolution, stock certificates and merger agreements, contracts, estate planning documents, probate pleadings, motions, correspondence, e-mail and other written materials.

·      Preparation of initial draft estate planning documents - including trusts, wills, and powers of attorney - for attorney review and editing.

·      Preparation of deeds and other legal documents, as requested, for attorney review and editing.

·      Maintain corporate records, manage compliance and handle registration requirements for entities.

·      Facilitate compliance with regulatory and legal requirements by tracking filing deadlines and ensuring documents are filed correctly.

·      Organize and manage electronic and paper files to ensure information is easily accessible.

·      Perform all technology-related assignments, as requested.

·      Perform legal research, as requested.

·      Perform court record searches and civil and criminal background checks.

·      Management and command of both internal and external deadlines.

·      File legal documents with courts and other appropriate offices.

·      Record deeds.

·      Communicate and meet with clients, as requested, to accomplish specific tasks.

·      Perform other job-related duties as needed to help drive our vision, mission, and values.

Skills/Abilities:

·      Excellent attention to detail.

·      Maintain a high proficiency level in Microsoft Office Suite applications, Adobe Acrobat, Westlaw, ShareFile, and other internet research tools.

·      Knowledge and experience with managing, processing, and maintaining electronically stored information including management and oversight of documents.

·      Demonstrate reliability and willingness to work in a complex and fast-paced environment

·      Ability to meet the requirements of the position and accept a wide variety of assignments as requested

·      Routinely take initiative to move projects to conclusion

·      Ability to creatively problem solve.

·      Excellent verbal and written communication skills; command of grammar, spelling, and sentence structure.

·      Ability to handle legal documents and other information with confidentiality and professional discretion.

·      Display a strong client service approach.

·      Exhibited ability to work both collaboratively as part of a team and independently, as appropriate.

·      Knowledge and understanding of legal principles and practices at a level normally acquired through formal training or experience.

·      Ability to problem solve, work independently, and balance competing priorities in a rapidly changing and fast-paced environment.

·      A positive attitude!

Education and Experience:

·      Associate or bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies or similar field required.

·      Advanced Certified Paralegal certification from NALA-The Paralegal Association preferred.

Physical Requirements:

·      Prolonged periods sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer.

·      Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

Diversity Statement:

Smith Pauley provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.