Paralegal

Galowitz Olson Pllc - Lake Elmo, MN

Full-time - Senior

Remote - Lake Elmo, MN

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The firm of Galowitz Olson is seeking a full-time paralegal to assist its general law practice, particularly in the areas of estate planning, probate and trust administration, and guardianship and conservatorship. This role offers a unique opportunity to work for a small, local law firm that values its employees and clients greatly.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with clients on a regular basis
• File and serve pleadings
• Prepare client documents
• Calendar court hearings for attorney and provide court notices to clients
• Coordinate and schedule meetings and hearings
• Provide front desk support when needed
• Scan and organize estate planning documents
• Organize and file original estate planning documents
• Submit real estate documents for recording
• Provide paralegal support on miscellaneous projects under the supervision and support of the attorney.

Requirements

• Competence in Microsoft 360 and Outlook applications
• 5 years of experience in real estate law
• Research skills
• Legal drafting skills
• Phone etiquette
• Senior level experience in estate planning
• Strong communication skills
• Knowledge of wills, trusts, and estate law

Nice-to-haves

• 5+ years prior law firm experience
• Experience with MN Odyssey E-File
• Knowledge in the areas of probate, estate planning, trust administration, and guardianship and conservatorship
• Past client-facing experience
• Experience with WI E-Filing
• Experience with e-recording for real estate
• Experience in Case Management Systems (ex., Tabs)

Benefits

• Free parking
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• 401(k) matching
• Life insurance