Paralegal

Paralegal PositionThis practice specializes in Elder and Special Needs Law which includes MassHealth/Medicaid Applications, Estate Planning, and Probate with some Guardianship and Conservatorship work. We are committed to a diverse work environment. Our ideal candidates are respectful of an inclusive work environment. We strive to ensure that those working in our organization reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.Job SummaryThe paralegal supports our busy team working on multiple legal projects, including probate and Medicaid application support. The paralegals will manage both legal and administrative functions, including meeting and following up with staff and clients, communicating with other members of the team internally and with external parties (courts and MassHealth), and other duties as necessary.ResponsibilitiesDevelop a deep understanding of the law firm's programs and projects and substantive areas of law, especially those substantive areas of law in which you will be assisting clientsComplete forms and related template documents and file them with the courtsOrganize and prepare MassHealth ApplicationsHandle day-to-day case management administrative functionsAttend weekly case review meetingsTranscribe/document case updates and next action steps during meetings for casesProvide intake support to attorneys as needed.Attend trainings as needed for professional developmentQualificationsAbility to commute/travel to and from courthouse locations and/or office, as neededHeavy use of computer programs and applicationsStrong oral and written communication skillsCareful attention to detailReliable and organizedAbility to manage multiple projects, prioritize, and meet deadlinesThe Massachusetts Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (MassNAELA) is a non-profit voluntary association whose members consist of a dedicated group of elder law and special needs attorneys across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. MassNAELA was incorporated in 1992, to serve the legal profession and the public with the following mission: Educate, inspire, serve, advocate, and provide community to attorneys with practices in elder and special needs law.