At Brian M. Douglas & Associates, LLC, our goal is to have every client leave our office feeling less stressed and grateful they took steps to hire our firm to assist them with their legal needs. When clients come to us, they have a specific need, an issue that’s important to them and needs resolution. They deserve our full, personalized attention through to completion. We assist clients in all areas of estate planning, probate, and real estate transactions. Our growing firm is seeking a paralegal to join our team.
Who are we?
We are a team of professionals dedicated to providing the premier customer service experience to our clients and referral partners. We are governed by the following principles:
- Grow
- Respect the Team
- Move Forward, Not Fast
- Do the right thing
- Think positively
- Take responsibility
- Have fun
- Provide extraordinary service
- The extra mile is never crowded
- You don’t need a reason to help
We value our team and offer:
- Health insurance (100% paid)
- Vision
- Life insurance
- Holidays
- PTO
- Educational opportunities
- Pleasant work environment
Duties in this position include but are not limited to:
- Prepare, proof, and edit all Probate Court pleadings, and discovery, based on information provided by the client
- Communicate (by letter, email, phone, and in-person) regularly with clients regarding the status of their matter, additional information needed, and the next steps
- Occasionally communicate with agencies and institutions to research information on behalf of the clients
- Understand and assist in the process of transferring the title of every kind of asset
- Review inventories and asset lists submitted by the client for accuracy and completeness
- Clarify any abbreviations, numbers, etc. May need to contact clients or Financial Advisors by phone or in writing for clarification
- Make appropriate database, time billing, and status report entries daily
- Provide ongoing client support, which includes receiving all client telephone calls, emails, and letters. Responsible for answering all routine client questions, which includes researching and acting or delegating to others. Refer complex legal questions to the attorney
- Calendar deadlines correctly and take steps necessary to meet the deadline
- Obtain basic information from clients and scheduling appointments
- Organizing and maintaining client files
- Additional duties as assigned by the attorneys
Education and Experience:
- An undergraduate degree, paralegal certificate, or related field of study; or equivalent work experience
- Extreme attention to detail and organization with the ability to focus on multiple tasks simultaneously
- Strong time management and prioritizing skills with the ability to meet assigned project deadlines
- Exhibits a results-oriented approach to tasks, assignments, and responsibilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to handle multiple projects, prioritize effectively and be flexible
- Exceptional phone etiquette, poised and professional demeanor with a strong will to sell and expand client relationships
- Ability to follow instructions with minimal supervision. Desire to learn and embrace coaching for development
- Experience with MyCase, Microsoft Office Suite, and Google Calendar
- Probate experience preferred but not required
If the above resonates with you, we want to hear from you!
To apply for this position, please submit a detailed resume and a cover letter telling us why you are searching for a new position, why you feel you are the best candidate and your salary expectation.
No email, phone, or walk-in applications will be accepted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- How many years of Probate experience do you have?
- How many years of legal experience do you have?
- Can you commute to our office in Atlanta, GA, Monday - Friday from 9 AM-5 PM?
Work Location: In person
