Job Details

Job Title: Experienced Paralegal – Estate & Elder Law
Location: Watchung, NJ
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $50,000 - $60,000 per year

About Us:

Are you looking for an amazing workplace to call your “work home”? We invite you to join our close-knit, mission-driven law firm specializing in Estate Planning and Elder Law. With over 25 years of experience, our firm is committed to delivering peace of mind to clients facing life’s most difficult transitions and advocating fiercely for the vulnerable elderly.

We are currently seeking a skilled Paralegal with a minimum of 3 years of direct experience in estate planning, estate administration, Medicaid applications, litigation, and related matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft deeds, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, wills, and trust documents using firm templates

• Prepare and send correspondence to clients, courts, adversaries, government agencies, and financial institutions

• Assemble and file pleadings for litigation matters

• Create estate accountings for fiduciaries

• Assist with estate plan signing ceremonies

• Utilize our case management system (CLIO)

• Support general office operations: answering phones, organizing files, scanning, mail handling, and filing

• Conduct internet and legal research as needed

• Review documents and emails for accuracy in grammar, spelling, and formatting

• Track and enter billable time accurately

• Maintain both digital and physical files in accordance with established protocols

Minimum Requirements:

• 3–5+ years of relevant experience in estate planning and elder law required

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage deadlines

• Proficiency in legal drafting, document assembly, and legal research

• Experience with CLIO or other case management software

• Excellent communication skills and professional, empathetic phone manners

• Familiarity with tracking billable time (minimum 2 years of experience)

• Attention to detail, proactive work ethic, and ability to work collaboratively with attorneys and staff

Benefits:

• Paid time off

• Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision, life)

• HSA (Health Savings Account) eligibility after 60–90 day introductory period

• Access to an in-house Exercise Room and Relaxation Room as part of our wellness benefits