Probate & Guardianship Paralegal

Your Legacy Legal Care

Probate & Guardianship Paralegal

Houston, TX
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Your Legacy Legal Care has an opening for an experienced Probate and Guardianship Paralegal to assist us by providing a variety of clerical and research support services, including drafting documents for preparation and review, fact-checking for our cases, and assisting in litigation matters. Responsibilities: • Meet with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects. • Draft and prepare legal documents. • E-file documents to the Court prior to their deadlines. • Manage calendar, schedule hearings, and depositions, and coordinate with Court personnel. • Complete daily tasks and assignments independently with little supervision in a timely manner to meet all deadlines. • Meet with clients in person, by phone, and virtually. • Keep track of a time and enter into MyCase. Qualifications: • Associate's Degree in Paralegal Studies and/or equivalent experience. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • 3-5 years of legal experience in probate and guardianship matters. • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. • Litigation experience is a plus. • Associate's Degree in Paralegal Studies and/or equivalent experience Compensation: $50,000+

    • Meet with attorneys, clients, and other professionals to discuss assigned cases or projects. • Draft and prepare legal documents. • E-file documents to the Court prior to their deadlines. • Manage calendar, schedule hearings, and depositions, and coordinate with Court personnel. • Complete daily tasks and assignments independently with little supervision in a timely manner to meet all deadlines. • Meet with clients in person, by phone, and virtually. • Keep track of a time and enter into MyCase.