Paralegal - Estate Planning & Probate

Toland Law is a thriving law firm with an estate planning, probate, and elder law practice in Hamden, Connecticut. We are seeking an experienced paralegal who combines attention to detail and technical proficiency with empathy and good communication skills.

This is a part-time in-office position for 15-20 hours per week with some flexibility to work remotely.

$24 - $30 hourly

• Prepare draft probate forms.
• Draft routine correspondence in accordance with templates.
• E-file documents with probate courts or government agencies.
• Monitor probate court notices and filings.
• Prepare initial draft of estate planning documents for attorney review.
• Ensure a high level of client satisfaction by responding in a timely manner to client calls and inquiries.
• Gather information from clients and follow up for documentation or pertinent information needed.

• High degree of accuracy with strong attention to detail.
• Organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and deliver timely work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Team-oriented with the ability to work independently, too.
• Prior experience working in estate planning or elder law is strongly preferred.
• Strong work ethic, sense of accountability, and ability to take ownership of work.
• A cover letter is required. Two paragraphs. 1) What are the top 3 qualities you need to work with elder clients? 2) Why did you respond to this ad?

Toland Law is an estate planning and elder law firm based in Hamden, CT. The firm's mission is to help clients hold on to what they have, care for the ones they love, and create a meaningful legacy.