Probate Paralegal

Company: Beckett Law, LLC
Location: New Britain
Posted on: February 2, 2025

Job Description:

We're looking for an organized, detail-oriented, and experienced probate paralegal to play an important role on our legal team. Ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years of probate experience and can handle an uncomplicated case from beginning to end with minimal difficulty. You'll draft legal documents and keep case files and other important information neatly organized and easily accessible. If you're interested in advancing your paralegal career with opportunities for growth, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

--- Hold client interviews to gather information about their legal problems
--- Prepare legal documents, correspondence, and pleadings, under the supervision of a lawyer.
--- Manage case deadlines; Maintain regular client contact; Assist with client meetings.
--- Work with lawyers to prepare for hearings by conducting research; preparing and organizing exhibits, filing motions, and related matters.
--- Maintain organized files.

Qualifications:

--- Excellent organizational skills, and time-management skills
--- Strong preference for candidates who have completed a paralegal professional certification or have an advanced paralegal education
--- Must have completed an ABA-approved paralegal certificate program such as an Associate's degree or proprietary school program in paralegal studies, Bachelor's degree desired
--- Talented communicator and writer
--- 5 years of experience in legal services under a private sector attorney.

About Company:
At Beckett Law, we're more than just a law firm-we're a close-knit team dedicated to making a real difference in clients' lives. Every task you handle contributes to helping people navigate important life decisions.

Our team is professional, friendly, and approachable. Here, you'll have the opportunity to grow, learn, and develop a wide range of skills. You'll be involved in various aspects of the legal field and be able to contribute in many ways, from client interactions to behind-the-scenes work.

We believe in a positive workplace culture with a focus on continuing education as well as personal and professional development. Your ideas will be heard, your work will be appreciated, and you'll be encouraged to bring your best self to the job every day. If you're looking for a role that makes a difference and offers a supportive team environment, Beckett Law could be the perfect place for you.

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