Legal Assistant - Paralegal

Company Description

The Law Offices of Howe & Garside, Ltd. brings over 40 years of experience serving clients in Rhode Island focusing in estate planning, probate, divorce and family law.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Legal Assistant or Paralegal position (depending on applicants qualifications) based in Newport, Rhode Island supporting our Trusts and Estates team. Partial-remote work may be available for a qualified candidate. Hours may be negotiable depending on candidate qualifications. Compensation may be negotiable depending on candidate qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive practice support and case management utilizing practice management software
• Draft and proofread correspondence, notices, legal documents and forms (ie. wills, POAs, probate court forms, etc.)
• Organize and electronically file documents, including filing documents with courts
• Communicate with clients, beneficiaries, and financial institutions regarding estate and trust matters
• Review bank statements and maintain accountings or provide support to attorney maintaining accountings
• Draft estate tax returns, or provide support to attorney drafting estate tax returns
• Notarize documents, as needed
• Conduct legal research, as needed
• Assist with coordination and scheduling with meetings and deadlines

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience
• Estate planning, trust administration and probate experience highly preferred or transferable legal or financial skills and strong willingness to learn and participate in ongoing legal education
• Basic accounting skills or experience
• The ability to independently and efficiently prioritize workflow
• Superior organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficiency in LEAP or other practice management platforms
• Experience filing court documents
• Strong proofreading skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and client service skills