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Title : Paralegal

Location : Illinois - Lake Forest
Refer to Job # ZGDR788107


Paralegal The candidate should have 3 years of experience in a law firm setting. Experience with estate planning, trust and estate administration, probate and/or fiduciary litigation is strongly preferred. Responsibilities include providing daily legal administrative support to attorneys with regard to probate, guardianship, estate planning and fiduciary litigation matters. Specific tasks include scheduling of meetings, managing and monitoring calendars, drafting and reviewing correspondence, arranging delivery of courtesy copies and other courthouse deliveries, e-filing and processing legal documents, monitoring and processing incoming and outgoing deliveries (mail, fax and otherwise), ensuring timely court filings, assisting attorneys with preparation for court appearances, organizing and maintaining case files (both paper and electronic) and providing phone backup to office reception as needed. Preferred candidates will have communication skills (both written and oral), good customer service skills, and a willingness to accept responsibility and be accountable for the work assigned to them. Positive and professional demeanor and a team-oriented nature are a must, as is a proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel. Proficiency in legal software, including e-filing, is also essential. Paralegal Certification from an accredited paralegal program is preferred.
 
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