Job Description
Job Description: Reputable firm in Boston is seeking a self-motivated Fiduciary Litigation Paralegal to assist the attorneys in the Fiduciary Litigation Department. The Paralegal will prepare court filings, interact with various courts, draft motions and assist the attorneys in all aspects of litigation and ensuring the attorneys are prepared for court appearances. The Paralegal must maintain positive contact with attorneys and staff and observe confidentiality of client and firm matters.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare all Probate Court filings, including documents related to estate administration, trust matters and guardianship/conservatorship cases. Occasionally assist with preparation of motions, affidavits and other written pleadings.
- Prepare correspondence to clients, interested parties, courts and opposing counsel.
- Coordinate with various courts on e-filing, mail filing and hand-filing.
- Process required notice, including newspaper publications and coordinate service on interested parties.
- Follow-up with various courts on outstanding matters, and use of the Virtual Registries.
- Contact financial institutions to obtain financial information and documentation.
- Obtain miscellaneous real estate and tax documents.
- Monitor and maintain discovery trackers.
- Create and maintain pleadings indexes.
- Organize, scan, copy, and fax legal documents in a timely manner.
- Record billable time daily.
- Attend Paralegal and Staff meetings.
- Handle special projects or additional responsibilities as assigned from time to time by the attorneys in the Trusts and Estates Department.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- A minimum of five years of experience with all aspects of litigation. Probate and fiduciary experience a plus.
- A minimum of five years of progressively responsible related work experience necessary in order to gain the expertise needed to work with clients in difficult, stressful and emotional situations.
- Ability to demonstrate impeccable integrity in personal and fiduciary matters.
- Ability to adapt quickly, effectively prioritize, and work well in a rapidly changing and high-pressure environment.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
- Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate with a diverse group of attorneys, staff and clients and provide information and "customer service" with courtesy and tact.
- Working knowledge of excel.
Soft Skills/Must Haves: High attention to detail. Ability to multi-task and prioritize. Someone intuitive.
Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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Company Profile:
Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.
Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.
Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.
Benefits Information:
Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.
We look forward to working with you.
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