Paralegal at Faithward Resources LLC

City of Corning, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Estate Planning, Legal Document Drafting, Case Management, Client Relationship Management, Legal Research, Pleadings, Motions, Affidavits, Interrogatories, Wills, Trusts, Real Estate Closings, Filing Procedures, Data Entry, Time Management, Communication

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Description We are seeking an estate focused paralegal to join our growing team. Additional duties may include: Meet and collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to effectively manage caseloads and meet client objectives Build and maintain strong client relationships through responsive communication and exceptional service Draft legal documents including routine pleadings and motions, affidavits, and interrogatories; files motions and pleadings according to judicial procedures Prepare, draft, and revise legal documents including briefs, wills, contracts, real estate closing statements, pleadings, appeals, and other legal documents with accuracy and attention to detail Obtain client signatures and witness documents as required Maintain accurate and organized case files, documentation, and correspondence Research and analyze statutes, regulations, legal articles, judicial decisions, and other legal sources; provides written analysis to attorneys Organize and maintain documents in a paper or electronic filing system Investigate facts and laws of cases and searching public records and other resources Direct and coordinate law office activity Prepare and process deeds to be filed with the Recorder of Deeds Apply online for Tax ID numbers for businesses and trusts Assist with the administration of client estates Assist with real estate settlement transactions Track the status of client projects, and keep tickler system to ensure that deadlines are met Scan client paperwork for electronic storage Prepare client correspondence (email, fax, regular mail, etc.) Forward incoming voice messages and faxes to the appropriate person Set appointments for attorneys, and call clients to remind them of upcoming appointments Register attorneys for CE courses, add to their calendars, and ensure that CE credit is obtained Prepare and process original estate planning and business planning documents – wills, powers of attorney, trusts, etc. Notarize documents, when needed Utilize and maintain law firm client database (Clio) Create and send client invoices, in consultation with attorneys Follow and adhere to Company policies, procedures, and guidelines Be willing to learn the industry and help us maintain and grow firm’s marketplace position Attend business meetings and trainings as required Perform other administrative tasks and special projects as assigned Requirements Maintain a professional attitude and appearance Possess the ability to connect with a variety of personalities Live out Faithward Formula Utilize extremely strong phone skills – high energy and passion for helping others Be a team player who thrives working with a tight-knit company where their activities directly affect the bottom line Be enthusiastic about providing the best possible customer service for clients and customers Possess a roll up your sleeves, and all hands-on deck mentality to cross functional tasks and assignments Be self-motivated and results driven with proven ability to succeed – desire to grow both professionally and personally Possess strong relationship management and the ability to drive multiple tasks to completion successfully Be a resourceful team player and a positive “can-do” attitude Have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment Think and act like an entrepreneur and take an ownership mentality in all that is done in this position Be detail oriented and helpful Have the ability to perform accurate data entry within specified time frames Possess the ability to use or quickly learn specific CRM and other business software Exhibit outstanding written, grammar, & verbal communication skills with ability to interact with all levels of an organization Possess excellent organization, problem solving, and planning skills Demonstrate excellent time management skills and ability to adhere to schedules/deadlines Be dependable and safety oriented Have the ability to work some nights and weekends as needed Produce a negative pre-employment drug screen and have the ability to pass a criminal background check Maintain a good attendance record and travel as required

Responsibilities

The paralegal will manage caseloads by collaborating with legal staff, maintaining client relationships, and drafting, revising, and filing various legal documents such as pleadings, wills, and contracts with high accuracy. Key duties also involve researching legal sources, organizing case files, assisting with estate administration and real estate settlements, and processing necessary filings.