Paralegal

Moertl, Wilkins & Campbell, S.C. - Milwaukee, WI

Full-time - Entry Level

Milwaukee, WI

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Moertl, Wilkins & Campbell, S.C. is seeking a dynamic and experienced paralegal to join our team. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced law firm environment and are committed to a team-oriented culture. The paralegal will play a crucial role in supporting our attorneys by performing a variety of administrative office tasks and assisting with legal work, including the preparation of legal documents and client correspondence. In this position, the paralegal will be responsible for a range of administrative tasks that are essential to the smooth operation of the firm. These tasks include answering phones, greeting guests, monitoring mail, managing office supplies, making photocopies, and scheduling appointments. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and a strong ability to manage documents effectively. Attention to detail and accuracy are paramount, as the paralegal will be handling confidential information and must exercise discretion at all times. Proficiency in computer skills is required, particularly with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel), and the ability to adapt to other software programs is essential. The paralegal will also need superb time management skills and the ability to work under pressure, especially when faced with time-sensitive deadlines. Prioritizing multiple tasks or projects is a key aspect of this role, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively on a daily basis is crucial. The candidate should be open to receiving constructive feedback, flexible in learning new things, and willing to implement changes that improve productivity and enhance the quality of work produced. Exposure to specific areas of law, such as Estate Planning, Probate Administration, Trust Administration, Tax, Guardianships, and Elder Law, is preferred but not mandatory. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, and we encourage applicants to submit their salary requirements along with their resume and cover letter. The work schedule is from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, and this is a full-time employment opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative office tasks to support attorneys.
• Assist attorneys with the preparation of legal documents and client correspondence.
• Answer phones and greet guests in a professional manner.
• Monitor mail and manage office supplies efficiently.
• Make photocopies and schedule appointments as needed.
• Maintain accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks.
• Handle confidential information with discretion.
• Prioritize multiple tasks and projects effectively.
• Work independently and collaboratively with team members.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience as a paralegal in a law firm environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with clients and colleagues.
• Fantastic document management skills to ensure organization and accuracy.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all work.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Ability to adapt to other software programs as needed.
• Superb time management skills to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks or projects effectively.
• Flexibility to learn new things and implement changes to improve productivity.

Nice-to-haves

• Exposure to Estate Planning law.
• Experience in Probate Administration.
• Familiarity with Trust Administration.
• Knowledge of Tax law and Guardianships.
• Experience in Elder Law.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance benefits
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings plan options