Trusts and Estates Paralegal

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Paralegal to support our legal team. You will work closely with our attorneys from the beginning of a case through the end, including if it goes to trial. Candidates must have extensive experience with document review, trial preparation, handling discovery, drafting legal documents, and managing case paperwork. You also need to have excellent research skills, be able to multi-task several assignments under tight deadlines, and be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Westlaw.

Paralegal Duties and Responsibilities

· Create reports and documents for lawyers based on case specifications and requests

· Help lawyers prepare legal arguments, motions, and other case filings

· Develop and follow a case file indexing system that can be used as an active archive for all ongoing and completed cases

· Monitor changes to laws, guidelines, or regulations; submit reports on pertinent changes in legislation

· Utilize existing files and a variety of other legal research resources to develop information for pending cases

Company Description

Competitive pay, bonus and benefits, based on experience and productivity
Excellent ground-floor opportunity with established firm in a booming local economy
Sherman offers small-town living with big-city access (Dallas/Fort Worth just 1 hour away)
Great schools and family-friendly community
Work directly with a board-certified attorney and an exceptional legal assistant
Experience personal satisfaction and fulfillment from helping appreciative people

Company Description

Competitive pay, bonus and benefits, based on experience and productivity\r\nExcellent ground-floor opportunity with established firm in a booming local economy\r\nSherman offers small-town living with big-city access (Dallas/Fort Worth just 1 hour away)\r\nGreat schools and family-friendly community\r\nWork directly with a board-certified attorney and an exceptional legal assistant\r\nExperience personal satisfaction and fulfillment from helping appreciative people